Airport Operations & Maintenance Manager
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Posted on:
29-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
WHATS THE JOB
At Dexterra we create exceptional customer experiences that make our clients shine. Powered by passionate people we bring the right teams with the right skills together to turn problems into solutions and challenges into moments of ingenuity.
The Airport Operations & Maintenance Manager ensures the safe efficient and compliant operation of the airport in accordance with Transport Canada regulations and the Airport Operations Manual. This role oversees daily airside and groundside operations maintenance programs and safety initiatives while leading maintenance and operations staff to maintain operational readiness.
Your work will include:
- Coordinates and manages the overall day-to-day maintenance activities of all airside and groundside areas
- Oversee airport safety programs including daily airside inspections wildlife management FOD control and snow/ice operations.
- Support airport security emergency response and compliance with Transport Canada and CARs 302/322 requirements.
- Lead environmental and vegetation management programs to maintain safety and reduce wildlife hazards.
- Maintain accurate inspection maintenance and compliance records; support audits and reporting.
- Supervise staff coordinate training and develop standard operating procedures for safe and efficient operations.
- Ensure departments operations are compliant with federal provincial and local laws regulations rules and ordinances related to airport and commercial aviation operations environmental and worker safety including occupational hazards and safety precautions.
- Ensure the effective implementation of the Airport Winter Operations plan. Oversee winter operations such as snowplowing snow removal and ice control by ensuring staff availability on a timely basis and designating priority snow removal areas. Actively manage operations and field conditions on the airfield during significant winter events.
- Responsible for supervision and direction of preventative maintenance programs.
- Coordination of maintenance related projects on the airfield
- Participates in budget and forecast preparation
- Represent the department with a positive and professional attitude
WHATS IN IT FOR YOU
- Be part of an industry thats more important than ever!
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Whereas other companies are downsizing we are growing!
- Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader.
Qualifications :
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR
- Diploma or degree in Aviation Management Airport Operations or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 35 years experience in airport operations or maintenance preferably at a certified airport.
- Knowledge of CARs SMS and airport security requirements.
- Strong leadership communication and decision-making skills.
- Proficiency with AIMS or similar inspection systems and Microsoft Office.
- Valid AVOP and RAIC (or ability to obtain).
- Valid drivers license with airside driving privileges.
- Training in Wildlife Control SMS and Emergency Response considered assets.
- Must be available for after-hours and emergency response.
- RROC. Restricted radio operators certificate
Additional Information :
Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability protected veterans status Indigenous status or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Daily management
- airfield operations
- Computer Operation
- Management Experience
- Quality Audits
- Federal Aviation Regulations
- Event Marketing
- Project Management Software
- Team Management
- Economic Development
- Supervising Experience
- Aviation Experience
About Company
Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just ... View more
