New Posting - SunWest Calgary

Sunwest Aviation Ltd. is the leading Western Canadian operator of jet and turboprop charter aircraft. Our jet fleet consists of 17 aircraft: 1 Falcon 900EX, 1 Challenger 604, 1 Hawker 800A, 1 Hawker 800XP; 2 Gulfstream 150, 2 Lear 55, 4 Lear 45, 2 Lear 35; 1 Citation V Ultra (C560) and 2 Citation Sovereign (C680). We also have a fleet of 24 turboprop/piston aircraft including: 5 Beech 1900D, 4 Metro 23, 2 Metro II, 4 King Air B200, 1 King Air B350, 1 Dash 8; 2 Cessna C208, 1 Cessna C208B, and 4 Piper Chieftain. Based on our fleet diversity, Sunwest is able to offer excellent opportunity for advancement. With over twenty years of safe operation, we have established a solid reputation in the aviation industry. Operating from a modern facility in Calgary, our aircraft are available for charter to thousands of destinations not served by scheduled airlines. Sunwest Aviation Ltd. currently has an opportunity available for Manager, Ramp & Facilities. Reporting to the Director of Maintenance, this position is responsible for performing the duties and responsibilities which include, but are not limited to, the following: • Develop short- and long-term program improvements for the ramp and facilities operations. • Involvement in the hiring, performance management, discipline and promotion of employees. • Manage staff shortages in consultation with the Director of Maintenance by adjusting schedules of current personnel as necessary to cover the ramp duties on various shifts as required. • Plan and coordinate employee schedules, authorize leave requests and determine the requirement for overtime as necessary. • Develop and recommend management improvement practices and procedures, conduct research and analysis of problems, prepare or oversee preparation of operating procedures relating to ramp services and facilities operations. • Act as a liaison with fuel and product suppliers as required. • Management of aircraft positioning - planning and movement of aircraft to facilitate expeditious and safe aircraft departures and arrivals. • Management of aircraft fuelling - conduct fuelling operations to provide safe and economical fuelling of all company & third party aircraft. • Conduct “Work Place Monthly Inspection” and record and file inspection sheets. • Develop, implement & maintain ramp training programs and training procedures. • Responsible for establishing and maintaining personnel training (eg. De-icing including glycol mitigation; aircraft towing, etc.) and their records per the regulatory requirements; developing and maintaining standard operating procedures for all ramp personnel; monitoring and keeping records of fuel training, testing and sampling. • Develop a housekeeping program to include the aesthetics and maintenance to all company buildings in Calgary and away from base facilities, to include landscaping and weed and FOD control (Calgary only). • Develop a maintenance control system to monitor & maintain all company vehicles on a preventative basis & ensure they all meet regulatory requirements. • Oversee the maintenance upkeep and cleaning of all ramp and fuelling vehicles. • Monitor and log for all glycol usage and order stock as required. • Attend meetings with Calgary Airport Authority or other companies that are affiliated with the successful operation of the company. • Supervision based on contractor safety program, performance and their incident rates. • Responsible for issuing protective equipment to all Ramp, Ground Maintenance and Vehicle Maintenance personnel. • Responsible for overseeing crew change housing outside of the Calgary operation. • Manage all aspects of the facility operations and provide direct daily supervision and guidance to the Facilities Maintenance and Groundskeeper and all Ramp personnel to ensure compliance with policies, procedures and individual job descriptions; • Any other related duties as required. The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications and competencies. In addition personality profiling will be required of all candidates granted an interview for this position. • High School Diploma. • Minimum 4 years hands-on Ramp experience. • Minimum 1-2 years Supervisory/Management experience required. • Prior experience in facilities management is considered an asset. • Knowledge of all pertinent sections of Sunwest’s Ground Icing Operations Program will be required of the incumbent for training requirements. • Well-developed supervisory abilities to encourage employee engagement, high performance, and promote good morale. • Solid delegation skills. • Strong organizational and prioritization skills, as well as the ability to multi-task on a daily basis. • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships • Excellent interpersonal skills. • Demonstrated initiative and self-motivation abilities • Ability to develop and implement policies and procedures pertaining to facilities management operations and security. • Strong written and verbal communication skills are required. All interested candidates should visit the Career Centre at http://www.sunwestaviation.ca and complete an on-line application form for the noted opportunity. The position deadline is March 9, 2012. Sunwest offers a competitive, performance-based salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including dental, extended health, life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, an Employee & Family Assistance Program, and Group RRSP plan matching. Offering a safe, diverse and innovative environment, Sunwest is respected for integrity and is committed to taking care of our customers, our employees, our partners and our community. Sunwest Aviation is committed to employment equity and hires on the basis of merit. We encourage all candidates to apply and the most qualified candidate will be offered the position. All applicants are thanked in advance; however only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.