Debert Airport Manager
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Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Centrally located within Nova Scotia between two extraordinary coastlines Colchester is a progressive rural municipality that offers an unparalleled work-life is a place that is affordable welcoming family focused rich in diverse culture and natural beauty with thriving businesses and access to all the modern amenities typically found in an urban setting without the common stresses of living in an urban setting.
The Municipality of Colchester is committed to treating people fairly with respect and goal is to continue to move forward as a diverse and inclusive community representative of the citizens we serve by offering equal opportunities free of have formed an Equity Diversity Inclusion and Accessibility Committee to keep us accountable and to help us reach this goal.
The Municipality encourages all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous Black/African Nova Scotian Persons of Colour Newcomers Persons with Disabilities 2SLGBTQIA to apply and self-identify on their applications.
About the role: The Debert Airport Manager reports to the Director of Public Works and is responsible for overseeing the safe efficient and customer-focused operation of the airport. Duties will include coordination of day-to-day operations tenant and lease management liaison with regulatory agencies for continued compliance coordination of maintenance activities budget management and support for growth and development of the airport. This is a 2-year term position with potential to become a full-time permanent position.
Salary Range: Range 9 $85565-$101709
Benefits:
- Group Benefits - Health Dental Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- Retirement Plan - Nova Scotia Public Service Superannuation Plan (Employer matched)
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Parental Leave Top-Up
- Fitness and Well-being Incentives
- Remote Work Policy
Qualities to succeed in the role:
- Well-developed organizational skills
- Business and client focused philosophy
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Self-directed and initiative-taking
- Problem-solving mindset
- Aviation industry experience
Education & experience required:
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in aviation airport management business administration or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience);
- Minimum 5 years of experience in airport operations or related field;
- Demonstrated knowledge of working with Transport Canadas Canada Aviation Regulations;
- Strong communication negotiation and customer service skills;
- Experience in budgeting lease management and contractor oversight;
- Commercial pilot skills an asset;
- Conditions of employment include a satisfactory criminal record check and valid NS drivers license
The Municipality supports the principles of the Nova Scotia Human Rights Act and the principles of inclusion for persons with disabilities in the Nova Scotia Accessibility are encouraged to identify any need for an accommodation upon being contacted for an interview.
To apply please submit an application to the online job board by 4:30 pm on December 29th 2025.
Required Experience:
Manager
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
Colchester County is located in north central Nova Scotia. This area was originally known as Cobequid until 1780 when it was named after the town of Colchester, England. Colchester was part of Halifax County until 1835. The town of Truro (population 12,500) is the county seat.
