Director of Maintenance

DIRECTOR OF MAINTENANCE

LOCATION: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

SUMMARY:

AircraftWorks Ltd is an AMO primarily supporting the maintenance needs of Air Partners Corp. with bases in Calgary and Edmonton. Reporting to the VP of Maintenance, the ideal candidate will bring proven senior maintenance leadership experience, strong regulatory knowledge, and the technical credibility required to lead a multiaircraft Approved Maintenance Organization.

BENEFIT PACKAGE DETAILS:

Pay rate and vacation will be negotiable based upon experience. Our benefit program includes:

• RRSP/TFSA matching program that begins at 10% and increases to as much as 19% (9.5% + 9.5%) with time in service.
• AircraftWorks subsidizes the cost of health benefits by 90% and our package includes extended health care, flexible drug plan, dental and vision benefits, long-term disability and life insurance.
• Health spending account that can be used for a broad range of items. Based on time in service up to $1500/year.
• Personal spending account, tied to time in service. The personal spending account can be used for a variety of health, physical fitness, or well-being related, including your portion of RRSP/TFSA contributions! Monthly accrual is based on time in service up to $1800/year.
• Professional development program that will reimburse you for up to 1000.00/yr. for approved training. Examples include MS office, leadership programs, change management certificates.
• A broad range of paid time off in addition to your vacation days that includes
  • Birthdays off,
  • 10 personal days/year,
  • 4 volunteer days

AIRCRAFT TYPES WE CURRENTLY SERVICE:

• Falcon 2000EX Honeywell EASy II
• Challenger 604 Fusion / 605 Proline 21
• Citation X (750) Primus 2000
• Citation V/Ultra (560) GNT 650/750
• Citation Excel (560XL) Primus 1000
• Hawker 800XP Primus 2000
• Lear 75 Garmin 5000
• Gulfstream 150 Proline 21
• King Air 350i Proline Fusion.

DUTIES AND EXPECTATIONS:

• Act as the Companys primary Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) liaison for all AMOrelated correspondence, approvals, audits, and findings.
• Ensure the AMO operates in full compliance with CARs, approved manuals, existing and emerging regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Develop, approve, and track Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) in response to internal audits, external audits, and SMS findings.
• Ensure timely resolution of recurring defects through rootcause analysis and documented corrective action.
• Provide strategic direction, policy, and oversight for aircraft maintenance, parts, materials, tooling, and support equipment.
• Maintain oversight of daily maintenance execution through team leads, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company policy and regulatory standards.
• Ensure proper deferral, rectification, and release of aircraft are carried out in accordance with approved procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor maintenance workmanship quality and compliance with manufacturer instructions and industry standards; initiate corrective action as required.
• Recruit, mentor, and retain AMO personnel, including succession planning for supervisory and key technical roles.
• Approve shift schedules, PTO, overtime, and manage the vacation bidding process for hangar staff.
• Conduct or oversee performance evaluations for maintenance personnel.
• Establish, maintain, and continuously improve a maintenance personnel training program, including initial, recurrent, and regulatory training.
• Ensure all maintenance personnel are competent, authorized, and current for the tasks they perform.
• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health & Safety requirements, including WHMIS, First Aid, MSDS/SDS, and safe work practices.
• Champion the Safety Management System (SMS) within the AMO, promoting proactive hazard reporting and continuous improvement.
• Ensure technical publications and controlled manuals are current, accessible, and used correctly by maintenance staff.
• Review AMO invoicing, including labour and parts billing, for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Review AME revenue and nonrevenue billing rates and provide coaching to improve efficiency and cost control.
• Review and implement new technologies or processes that enhance safety, reliability, and company economics.
• Participate in the preparation and management of the maintenance department budget to ensure adequate resources and cost control.

OUR MUST HAVES:

• Valid TCCA M2 licence with minimum of 10 years aviation maintenance experience.
• 5+ years in a supervisory role,
• Excellent troubleshooting skills,
• Valid drivers licence,
• Ability to hold a restricted area pass (RAIC),
• Valid passport, ability to travel worldwide,
• Right to work in Canada,
• Type endorsement on one or more of the aircraft listed on our AMO would be an asset.