The Toronto Airports Authority is currently recruiting an Aviation
Specialist - (17-AVS-001)
Position Summary
Reporting to the Manager Aviation Programs, Compliance &
Coordination this position is responsible for the maintenance of the Transport
Canada operating Airport Certificate. This is achieved via the development,
maintenance, application, and conformance of all airside programs (excluding
development of airside maintenance programs) and their associated activities to
the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) and all other applicable Transport
Canada aviation standards (e.g. TP312 – Aerodrome Standards & Recommended
Practices, TP1490 – Manual of All Weather Operations).
Job Description
Key Accountabilities:
Fulfill the function of the Airside Activity Coordinator via the
Airside Activity Program (AAP) to coordinate all airside activities related to
planned construction, routine maintenance, and adhoc/special event requests;
Liaise with Nav Canada and Transport Canada for Airside Activity
Coordination and Obstacle Limitation Surfaces;
Generate Notices-to-Airmen (NOTAMs) and Voice NOTAMs (VNs) as required
for non-day-of activities;
Participate in planning and coordination sessions related to the
development of the annual capital construction program in advance of the
construction season;
Conduct and document routine airfield inspections in relation to
TP312/Canadian Aviation Regulations compliance and communicate findings to
day-of management (Manager, Operations AVS) and business units responsible for
corrective action;
Conduct precision Obstacle Limitation Surfaces (OLS) assessments on
proposed temporary obstacles related to airside activities and make recommendations
or assists in NOTAM preparation and issuance;
Conduct design and assessment activities to support new and existing
aircraft types to formulate the Terminal Gate Mix Charts and associated
dependencies (e.g. stop line placards, and passenger boarding bridge gating
matrix).
Assist with the maintenance of the Airport Operations Manual and all
applicable appendices;
Develop, implement and maintain programs, plans, and standard operating
procedures for operations of the airport airside, to ensure safe and optimized
operational flow;
Assist with the creation of submission packages for Aeronautical
Information Publications (AIPs);
Review technical data produced from surveys and assess any operational
impact;
Assist the Manager, Operations AVS during irregular operations events
to ensure compliance to GTAA policies and procedures, TP312, and the CARs;
Review airside activity plans and construction plans of operations;
providing technical input as per Transport Canada TP312/CARs certification
criteria;
Draft Operations Bulletins and other technical/safety sensitive
advisories and action plans in response to Transport Canada concerns;
Assists (as required) in the investigation of aviation occurrences and
the development of corrective action plans;
Communicates orally and in writing with air carriers and other
operators on matters relating to the various operational services provided by
Aviation Operations;
Other duties as assigned by the manager
Job Requirements
Qualifications:
A Post-secondary school Diploma or Degree with an Aviation, Engineering
or Business focus; a combination of education and experience will be
considered.
A minimum 5 years’ experience in airport operations or airline
operations
Experience as a State Civil Aviation Inspector would be a distinct
asset
Experience in the provision of Apron Advisory, Air Traffic Control ATC,
Flight Service Specialist FSS, Flight Dispatch or flying experience would be a
distinct asset
Experience with CAD (e.g. AutoCAD or Microstation) an asset
Must meet the security level designated for the position or must be
able to obtain and retain a Transportation Security Clearance
A valid Driver’s License is required
A valid ‘D’ AVOP required to be obtained within 30 days
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to interpret, apply and provide subject matter expertise on
legislation, regulations and process and procedures, such as, but not limited
to TP312/CARs and NOTAMs
Demonstrated ability in reviewing complex drawings and using applied
airport operational knowledge and logic to determine whether there is airside
safety or operational concerns that need to be addressed.
Ability to learn and apply detailed knowledge of Toronto Pearson
International Airport topography
Ability to analyze operational situations and make decisions
Ability to interpret and adapt various GTAA programs, systems and
methods in practical and anticipated situations in order to develop various
solutions or mitigation methodologies
Knowledge and understanding of relationships across internal (GTAA) and
external (Nav Canada, Transport Canada, contractors, etc.) stakeholder
processes and activities and the ability to manage those inter-relationships
Functional knowledge and proficiency in the applications of Computer
Assisted Drafting (CAD) (e.g. AutoCAD or Microstation)
Ability to write technical aeronautical related reports, operational
plans and standard operating procedures
Ability to develop and deliver training programs for internal and
external stakeholders
Applied knowledge of airfield/apron design
Demonstrated interpersonal and problem solving skills
Additional Details
External:
We offer a fast-paced, stimulating environment along with an attractive
salary/benefit package commensurate with experience. Please forward your résumé
to Careerport at the following link:
http://torontopearson.com/en/careers/#
The GTAA is committed to Employment Equity and maintaining a diverse
workforce. We ensure that our recruitment practices are supportive of this
commitment.
About the GTAA
MAKE A DIFFERENCE AND CONNECT THE WORLD – Toronto Pearson is Canada’s
leading global hub airport. Help to drive our vision to become the best airport
in the world. Together, we will demonstrate that our passengers are our
passion, by showing respect, integrity and delivering innovative products and
services.
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