Technical Writer HQ

Air Inuit Ltd.; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP

Group insurance

Vacation

Telemedicine

EFAP

Flight privileges

Job summary

Air Inuit Ltd. in Montreal, QC, is seeking a Technical Writer to develop and maintain maintenance documentation, procedures, forms, and training materials for HQ Maintenance. You will ensure accuracy, regulatory compliance, and usability across the organization.

Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to document procedures, review updates, and support continuous improvement initiatives while aligning with Transport Canada standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level writing and documentation standards; aviation familiarity is a plus.
• Three years of aviation industry experience preferred.
• Strong technical writing, editing and document management skills.
• Ability to interpret and present regulatory and operational information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develop, revise and maintain maintenance procedures, manuals and forms.
• Create and update training materials for maintenance personnel.
• Develop reference documents, job aids, checklists and tools.
• Draft and maintain inspection documents and maintenance records.
• Collaborate with SMEs to gather and document technical information.
• Review documentation for consistency, accuracy, usability and compliance.
• Support QA in controlled documentation initiatives.
• Work with Maintenance, Technical Records, Engineering and QA staff on projects.

Skills

Technical writing

Editing

Document management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

College diploma in Aviation, Aircraft Maintenance, Technical Writing, Administration

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

WHY JOIN AIR INUIT’S HYDRO-QUÉBEC DIVISION

Are you ready to take your career to new heights? Air Inuit’s Hydro-Québec (HQ) Division delivers essential scheduled and emergency air transportation services throughout Québec, 365 days a year. We are looking for dedicated, motivated, and safety-focused professionals to join our team and contribute to an operation that supports critical infrastructure across the province.

If you are seeking a rewarding career with a company that values safety, excellence, innovation, professional development, and customer service, your journey starts here.

ABOUT THE HQ DIVISION

Operating year-round, Air Inuit’s Hydro-Québec Division provides air transportation services to key Hydro-Québec sites located throughout the Saguenay, Abitibi, North Shore, and James Bay regions.

The division currently operates a fleet of four aircraft, consisting of two Dash 8 Q400s and two Dash 8-300s. In 2026, these aircraft will be replaced by a modern fleet of ATR72-600s, reflecting our commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Our employees are dedicated to delivering safe, reliable, and efficient air transportation services while maintaining the highest standards in the aviation industry.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Technical Writer is responsible for the development, revision, and maintenance of technical documentation, procedures, forms, and training materials used by Maintenance personnel. Working closely with internal stakeholders, the Technical Writer ensures documentation is accurate, compliant, user-friendly, and aligned with operational and regulatory requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in the research, development, revision, and maintenance of maintenance procedures, manuals, forms, and other controlled documents used by HQ Maintenance personnel;
• Assist in the development, revision, and maintenance of training programs and supporting training materials for Maintenance personnel;
• Develop reference documents, job aids, checklists, and other tools to support Maintenance personnel and improve operational efficiency;
• Draft, revise, and maintain technical forms, inspection documents, and maintenance-related records in accordance with company and regulatory requirements;
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to gather, organize, and document technical information required for maintenance procedures and documentation;
• Review existing documentation and recommend improvements to ensure consistency, accuracy, usability, and compliance;
• Monitor maintenance procedures and practices to promote compliance with Transport Canada regulations, company manuals, manufacturer publications, and approved maintenance programs;
• Support the Quality Assurance Department in the development, revision, and implementation of controlled documentation;
• Work closely with Maintenance, Technical Records, Engineering, and Quality Assurance personnel to support documentation projects and continuous improvement initiatives;
• Carry out any other tasks assigned by the Quality Assurance Manager.

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU AN IDEAL CANDIDATE

• College diploma in Aviation, Aircraft Maintenance, Technical Writing, Administration, or another field related to the position;
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in the aviation industry;
• Experience in aircraft maintenance, quality assurance, technical records, technical publications, or a related aviation environment is considered an asset;
• Strong technical writing, editing, and document management skills;
• Ability to interpret, organize, and present technical, regulatory, and operational information in a clear and structured manner;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook);
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work collaboratively with Maintenance personnel and other internal stakeholders;
• Knowledge of Transport Canada regulations and aviation industry standards is considered an asset;
• Bilingualism required

REMUNERATION

• Compensation and benefits are determined in accordance with Company policies.

AIR INUIT BENEFITS AT A GLANCE

• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP);
• Comprehensive group insurance plan (life, medical, dental, short-term disability, and long-term disability);
• Three (3) weeks of vacation (6%);
• Telemedicine program for employees and eligible family members;
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP);
• Flight privileges and discounted travel programs with Air Inuit and partner airlines worldwide;
• Retirement allowance program;
• Various innovative programs, including exclusive corporate discounts and performance-based compensation.