Director of Maintenance

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (DHC) is a storied name in the aerospace industry, recognized worldwide for its pioneering contributions to aviation and its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability. Headquartered in Calgary, AB, DHC currently has approximately 2,400 employees across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, as well as in markets and distribution hubs world-wide. Established in 1928, De Havilland Canada has a rich history marked by the development of some of the most iconic and versatile aircraft ever built. These aircraft have served a variety of roles—from bush flying to commercial aviation—and are celebrated for their rugged durability, operational versatility, and excellence in performance. Over the decades, De Havilland Canada has evolved to meet the changing needs of the aviation industry. Today, we are more than just an aircraft manufacturer; we are a comprehensive aerospace company with capabilities that span design, production, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. Our operations are supported by a team of skilled engineers, technicians, and industry professionals who are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship and innovation.

The Director of Maintenance assumes the accountability for leading a full site MRO facility in the De Havilland Manufacturing/MRO asset cluster (as defined from time to time). The Director of Maintenance retains full site accountability including functions such as operations, planning, tooling, as well as dotted line reporting from supporting functions including finance, supply chain, human resources, IT, and others. This positions has primary responsibility for ensuring the execution of of the short-term and mid-term strategies for the site.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure that the business remains aligned to the overall direction and business goals of the Aerostructures/MRO group, and that the appropriate metrics are clearly defined, communicated to, and understood by, the management team and the underlying operational teams
• Ensure there is in place a, robust health and safety plan, committees and process to ensure best practice adherence and attitues towards the safety and well being of our employees
• Ensure the site remains compliant with all applicable regulations (including Transport Canada), standards and applicable laws
• Leads the development of employees and culture by ensuring development and execution of site training initiatives; performance management / development plans; mentor/develop future leaders within the group for succession
• Ensure the management team utilizes key metrics to measure their business overall and have in place KPIs for each of the critical functional areas within the site itself
• Ensure the site has executable action plans in place to support both mid - and short-term business plans
• Implement, maintain and execute a comprehensive reporting system ensuring a consistency in reporting metrix and how measures are calculated
• Establish and reinforce positive, respectful, transparent communications and interactions

Additional Accountabilities

• Coordinate activities within the site to ensure efficient inter/intra-site processes, movement of goods, movement of resources, allocation of work and product, and trouble shoot conflicts arising from such processes/movement
• Ensure appropriate resourcing is in place to execute the organization’s strategies including developing and monitoring site workforce plans
• Provide senior management with advice on the financial implications of business activities and priorities
• Ensure that the business has thorough but efficient processes for financial forecasting, budgets and reporting
• Provide recommendations to strategically enhance financial performance and business opportunities; makes recommendations on capital expenditures, providing informational inputs for business cases
• Prepare ad hoc, as necessary, and routine reporting for management including financial performance; progress against plans; identification of material risks and mitigation strategies thereon; and others as requested
• Maintains awareness of both external and internal competitive environment, opportunities for expansion, customers, new markets, industry developments, and other relevant market data

Qualifications

• Valid M1 or M2 license
• Aerospace / Aviation related degree and/or equivalent experience / education combination
• 8+ years in progressively responsible aviation / aerospace leadership roles, preferably in an environment of constant change and evolution
• Prior experience in financial analysis and reporting, preferably in an MRO environment, is a requirement
• Prior experience in assessing improvement and optimization opportunities and making appropriate recommendations
• Superior planning and analysis ability in complex multi-project organization
• Travel will be required, therefore the successful candidate must maintain the ability to legally travel both domestically and internationally.
• Successful applicant must be eligible to attain and hold Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC)

Why work at De Havilland?

De Havilland Canada is a Canadian-owned and operated aircraft manufacturer dedicated to providing rewarding opportunities in a diverse and welcoming workplace.

• Work with a team that makes a true difference in the world-making it possible for people to travel around the globe efficiently, comfortably and safely.
• We’ve manufactured over 5,600 aircraft including the most advanced turboprop in the air today. Our experience and expertise in constructing the highest performing aircraft in the industry is second to none.
• Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities are dynamic workplaces led by teams that support and encourage all employees.
• With a passionate team of innovators and a global network of support, De Havilland Canada proudly carries on it’s tradition as a leader in aerospace.

In addition to plenty of opportunities for career growth in a stimulating work environment, De Havilland Canada offers:

• Competitive wages
• Paid vacation
• Extended health benefits (medical, dental, vision, paramedical)
• Life insurance
• RRSP/DPSP Plan
• Employee and family assistance program

At De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC), we are committed to protecting our people, customers, shareholders and the public through Health & Safety Excellence. As such, it is expected that all employees maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety Policies and to perform key physical tasks of the position described in the job description and interview process. This may include but is not limited to the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and with or around chemicals. Employees are expected to adhere to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when at work which must include but is not limited to the ability to maintain a positive fit test when mask use is required. At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. De Havilland will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. Any offer of employment is conditional on the completion of positive and satisfactory background checks, which may include, proof that you are legally entitled to work in Canada, professional references, verification of employment history, verification of educational background and criminal background checks.