Friday, July 14, 2017

New Posting - Calgary Airport Authority

Airfield Operations Specialist

Closing Date: July 21, 2017
Positions Available:
Status: One Permanent Full-Time and One Term (September 2017 - November 2018)

WHO WE ARE 
We are more than just planes and tarmacs. Our purpose travels beyond our runway into the communities we serve. We are about connections, stories and life defining adventures made possible by the work we do. We are committed to fostering an environment where our people are rewarded through meaningful work experiences inspired by purpose.

The Calgary Airport Authority is made up of 300 remarkable people committed to delivering great results. We manage and operate YYC Calgary International Airport and collaborate with the many partners that make up YYC - from airlines to customer services and government agencies to food and retail outlets. With the recent opening of our new international terminal and Canada's longest runway, this is an exciting time to join our #YYCCrew and drive YYC forward as one of Canada's best airports.
OUR AIRFIELD COMPLIANCE CULTURE
Our Airfield Compliance team is passionate about airport operations and ensuring that our airfield operates efficiently and effectively. Whether it’s rain or shine, or even snow, this team makes certain that our airfield is safe and secure through site inspections, wildlife management, compliance audits and much more. Our Airfield Operations experts are high performers who make substantive change every day.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Reporting to GM, Terminal Operations, you will be responsible for maintaining a safe airfield operating environment for aircraft, vehicles, and personnel at Canada’s fourth busiest airport. Your primary responsibilities include:
• Daily implementation of the Airfield Site Self Inspection Program (SSIP). 
• Daily execution of the Wildlife Management Program. 
• Providing support to Emergency Responders in the role of On-Scene Controller in the event of an incident. 
• Providing guidance to Authority staff and other agencies on matters of airfield safety through the knowledge and application of regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Acting as the Airfield Construction Coordinator. This includes: 
o Coordinating with Project Managers, Airport Duty Managers, and Nav Canada
o Reviewing construction schedules.
o Preparing, issuing and managing all airfield NOTAMs. 
o Attending construction planning meetings and advising on operational impacts and regulatory compliance. 
o Inspecting construction sites for correct implementation of operational safety measures. 
• Conducting detailed regulatory compliance audits of Authority aviation assets as required under the Quality Assurance Program.


WHAT YOU BRING
• Knowledge of airport operations and regulations and or wildlife management programs. 
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License or equivalent, subject to a clean driver’s abstract
• Meet requirements of working in a safety-sensitive position. 
• Ability to obtain the following:
o Airside Vehicle Operators Permit (AVOP)
o Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC)
o Restricted Radio Operators Certificate 
o Firearms Acquisition Certificate
• Ability to work a rotating shift schedule in a 24/7 operation including days, afternoons, midnights, weekends and holidays.
• Strong computer skills, displaying ease in working with a variety of software applications and Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as high degree of attention to detail. 
• Effective written and documentation skills in order to complete Airfield Site Self Inspections, daily shift summary and incident reports. 
• Ability to work effectively as a team and independently with minimal supervision
WHAT ELSE?
• Knowledge of wildlife management theory and techniques is an asset.
• Post-secondary education in airport operations would be considered an asset.
• Existing knowledge of airport, aviation and transportation functions is an asset.
• Ability to handle stress and deal with crisis situations in a calm manner and be able to assist in managing others in a stressful environment.

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