Airport Manager

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PM-04 opportunities are located in Penticton, BC, Port Hardy, BC, Sandspit, BC, Churchill, MB and St. Anthony, NL

PM-05 opportunity is located in Wabush, NL

Duties

- Manages the resources for the day to day operation, safety and serviceability of all airport facilities for the air carriers, general aviation, other tenants and the public.
- Manages the implementation and administration of the airport programs to maximize revenue and increase the commercial viability of the airport.
- Managing the site emergency response and safety programs.
- Implements and monitors a security program according to the Canadian Aviation Security Regulations, 2012 PART 6 for Class 3 Aerodromes.
- Manages the maintenance of all airport systems, physical plant and mobile assets in accordance with the principles of the lifecycle management.
- Manages the airport human and financial resources in a businesslike manner.
- Conducts the ongoing communications, consultative and promotional activities of the airport including stakeholder engagement.
- Implements and monitors the delivery of the airport Safety Management System (SMS) program.

Work environment

TRANSPORT CANADA: A SMART CAREER MOVE!

Apply today for an opportunity to join Transport Canada.

We are looking for dynamic candidates that will help shape and build the future of Transport Canada. The persons selected will have the opportunity to increase their experience and expertise. We look forward to hearing from you!

Transport Canada employs over 5,000 talented and motivated employees working in the Atlantic, Quebec, Ontario, Prairie and Northern, Pacific regions, and at our Ottawa headquarters. We develop policies and enforce acts and regulations that support transportation efficiency, safety, security, durability, and align with global standards. Our vision is of a safe, secure, durable, innovative and integrated transportation system that supports trade and economic growth, a cleaner environment and the wellbeing of Canada's middle class. Our transportation agenda thrives to adopt new ways of thinking about how we deliver services and oversee the transportation system.

We are an employer that fosters employee well-being, provides an open and respectful workplace, competitive benefits and flexible work schedules and telecommuting that promote work-life balance.

Transport Canada was named one of Canada’s top employers in 2019 by Forbes.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates resulting from this staffing process will be established and may be used to fill similar positions with various tenures.

Penticton, BC: Anticipatory
Port Hardy, BC: Anticipatory
Sandspit, BC: Anticipatory
Churchill, MB: 1
St. Anthony, NL: 1
Wabush, NL: Anticipatory

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 5,000 words (maximum) "Use your cover letter to tell us how you’d be a perfect fit for our team. Make sure to provide concrete examples of HOW, WHERE and WHEN you meet each of the essential experience qualifications, so we can screen you into the next stage. Your cover letter will be used to evaluate your ability to communicate in writing."

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution or an acceptable combination of education, experience and/or training.

Degree equivalency

Experience in aviation operations.
Experience in the supervision of staff.
Experience with Safety Management Systems.
Significant * experience in managing relationships with multiple stakeholders or clients.
Experience in managing a budget.

*Significant experience means experience acquired through the performance of a broad range of related activities normally acquired through full-time employment over a minimum period of approximately one (1) year. It will be evaluated with regard to amount, complexity and diversity of work handled, the level of autonomy demonstrated and the impact of the decisions.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of acts and regulations relating to Canadian Airports.
Knowledge of Canada Labour Code Part II.
Knowledge of airport operations and maintenance activities.

Create Vision and Strategy
Mobilize People
Upholding integrity and respect
Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
Promote Innovation and Guide Change
Achieve Results

Ability to interpret and apply relevant acts and regulations.
Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS:

Significant * experience in the supervision of staff which includes employee performance and labour relation management.
Experience in emergency response or planning involving multiple stakeholders.
Experience in project management of capital projects.

*Significant experience means experience acquired through the performance of a broad range of related activities normally acquired through full-time employment over a minimum period of approximately one (1) year. It will be evaluated with regard to amount, complexity and diversity of work handled, the level of autonomy demonstrated and the impact of the decisions.

Knowledge of Transport Canada’s Aerodromes Standards and Recommended Practices (TP 312) or Criteria for the Development of Instrument Procedures (TP308/GPH209).
Knowledge of environmental hazards and protection practices.
Knowledge of standard practices relating to contracting and material management.

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Airside Vehicle Operations Permit (AVOP).
Ability to obtain and maintain a Radiotelephone Operator’s Restricted Certificate (endorsed aeronautical).
Ability to obtain and maintain a Possession and Acquisition License (PAL).

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Possession of a valid provincial or territorial driver’s license.
Willing and able to travel.
Willing and able to work overtime and standby hours, including nights, weekends and statutory holidays.
A pre-employment medical is required for positions located in a designated Isolated Post.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

For additional information on the Isolated Post and Government Housing Directive, please consult the following link: http://www.njc-cnm.gc.ca/directive/d4/v237/en

Isolated Post – Port Hardy, BC, Sandspit, BC, Churchill, MB, St. Anthony, NL and Wabush, NL

Candidates must clearly demonstrate in the screening questionnaire how they meet the education and experience criteria listed in the Essential Qualifications and Asset Qualifications if applicable. Please note that stating that the requirement has been met, and/or listing past or current responsibilities, does not represent adequate substantiation. Rather, you must provide concrete examples that clearly illustrate how you meet the requirement. Résumés may be used as a secondary source to validate the qualifications described; comments such as "refer to my attached resume" will not be accepted and may result in your application being rejected.

In assessing candidates, assessment boards may use a variety of tools and methods including, but not limited to, reviews of past performance and accomplishments, written tests, interviews, PSC tests and reference checks. In addition, all information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the candidates.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application

Interested persons must meet each essential qualification to be appointed to the position; however, a person may be appointed to the position even though he/she does not meet any or all of the asset qualifications, operational requirements or organizational needs. Meeting these criteria is desirable and may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Please note that assets may be used at the screening stage.

Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). Candidates are strongly encouraged to check their email on a regular basis.

As part of this selection process you must provide proof of your education credentials. You will be advised to provide the documents later in the process. If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian education standards. This will enable you to provide proof of Canadian equivalency when applying for a job in the public service. The Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC) assists persons who wish to obtain an assessment of their educational, professional, and occupational credentials by referring them to the appropriate organizations The CICIC can be contacted at www.cicic.ca.

Please note that achieving the pass mark on any of the assessments used does not mean you will move forward in the selection process. Management may decide to use a score that is higher than the pass mark on any of the evaluations used throughout the selection process. Management may also decide to use top-down selection at any stage of the process.

A cut-off score may also be used at any stage of assessment.

A top-down screening approach may be undertaken. Only the top ranking candidates may be invited to the assessment phase of the process.

Please note that for candidates applying from outside the public service, the Department will not reimburse travel expenses linked to the assessment process; however, every reasonable effort will be made to minimize travel costs for candidates who will undergo assessment.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.