New Posting - WestJet

Advisor Ground Icing - Flight Ops
WestJet  

 - Calgary, AB

Looking for a great place to work? A place where an award-winning culture means empowerment, teamwork and a passion for what you do? Then think WestJet. It's a great place to land. WestJet is an organization recognized by its delivery of a remarkable guest experience resulting in us achieving over $3B in sales. In order for our best-in-class airline to be this successful, we require the skills and talents of professionals like you to ensure our ongoing growth. In an industry that is dominated by legacy competitors, you have the opportunity to build your career with an organization driven by progressive strategies, leadership and practices. If you are looking to break out of the status quo by joining a company with a strong growth plan, which consistently ranks as one of the most profitable airlines in the world, and which has a vision to be a top five international airline, WestJet is the place for you! Posting Close Date: 07/07/2017 (Please note the posting will close at 11:59pm)  Purpose: Develop, implement, train and monitor safe, creative and efficient processes for ground icing that continually challenge the status quo and maintain our safe operating environment and competitive advantage. General Responsibilities:  To assist the Manager, Ground Icing – Flight Operations and the Senior Manager, Flight Technical & Ops Support in the development, implementation, and management of programs and policies in the ground icing program. Job Description:  Assist the Manager, Ground Icing in conducting quality assurance audits in 40+ WestJet and WestJet Encore bases each winter season and guide stations through respective corrective action plans. Develop, document and communicate new aircraft ground icing procedures for the WestJet programs. Analyze existing procedures and make changes to the Ground Operations Manual where necessary Research, develop and implement new technologies and procedures for WestJet and contracted deicing service providers that will result in safe & efficient ground icing processes. Ensure procedures are developed in compliance with all regulatory, safety and industry requirements. Seek input from deicing agencies and agents to ensure procedures are understood and have been implemented successfully. Monitor compliance to WestJet and regulatory programs. Monitor and conduct training as necessary. Provide technical support to other departments (Airports, Flight Ops, OCC, Training, Inflight, Safety, Maintenance, GSE, Purchasing and Service Providers) Assist in investigating safety and operational reports. Liaise with regulatory and industry contacts (Transport Canada, SAE, Fluid and Equipment Manufacturers, other airlines, etc.) Participate in industry meetings including SAE G-12 Ground Icing and SCOUIC. Prepare presentations as required. This position requires extensive travel during winter months. Qualifications:  3 – 5 years aircraft deicing experience required. 1 - 2 years of experience with management or facilitation as well as developing and maintaining internal and 3rd party relationships. Previous ground operations experience is an asset. Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Strong facilitation skills to lead and exchange ideas and information with stakeholders. Proven ability to write operating procedures. Exceptional organizational skills and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to adapt quickly and make effective decisions in a fast-paced environment. Must be willing to travel extensively & spend time away from home. WestJet is Canada's most preferred airline, operating over one hundred aircraft to destinations in North America, Central America, the Caribbean and Europe. We are recognized as a Top Employer in Canada and our more than 10,000 employees work hard to ensure we maintain our position as one of Canada's most respected corporate cultures. With the launch of WestJet Encore, we will continue our steady growth by offering flights and jobs to more cities in Canada. We would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest in WestJet. We believe in enriching the lives of everyone in WestJet's world and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Our ongoing efforts toward evolving total diversity will continue to be the way we do business every day. As owners, we believe in celebrating everyone’s unique skills, perspectives and experiences. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity and accessibility. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. If you inspire greater creativity and innovation towards reaching new altitudes and meet the qualifications for the position in which you are interested, we welcome you to complete an online application. WestJet is a great place to land - powered by Talent and Growth. At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will utilize safe work practices to ensure your well-being and the safety of others.