New Posting - Calm Air

Manager, Flight Operations TrainingCalm Air International LP - Winnipeg, MB

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Manager, Flight Operations Training is responsible for conducting flight crew training in accordance with company procedures and the CARs. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Operations: Ensure the Flight Operations training programs (Pilots, Flight Attendants, Dispatchers, Operations Personnel) are managed in accordance with Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) and internal company standards. Ensure training programs are developed and implemented in a timely manner to support the introduction of new policy, rules, instructions, and procedures, and new systems and modifications. Develop training strategies in conjunction with the Flight Operations department to ensure continuous improvement, standardization between fleet types where possible and to communicate/train instructors in the adjustments as necessary. Maintain Flight Operations Training Manuals. Oversee new-hire trainee progress through initial course from first contact after hire until release to line ops. Create Supports for Trainer Development (Flight Operations and Other Departments) Develop and Facilitate Flight Crew and Flight Attendant New-Hire Orientation, Initial General Training, Annual Recurrent General Training, including Crew Resource Management Conduct operational research on Flight Operations functions to support departmental planning and decision making Develop training strategies in conjunction with the Flight Operations department as a response to data trend and incident/hazard reports on aircraft types. Other duties as assigned Financial: Engage in ongoing cost reduction analysis within your department Safety & Leadership: Create and maintain a positive company culture that supports employee participation Carry out the duties of “Employee” as detailed in the SMS policy Manual Actively support the safety management system by following SMS processes and encouraging a safety reporting culture in your department. Promote occupational health and safety within your department , and participate in the development and monitoring of safety training Proactively communicate hazards and SMS initiatives with your department Embark on employment equity initiatives; engaging with all employees to promote employment equity and encouraging employees to undertake the self-declaration survey updating as necessary; All levels of the organization share responsibility for human rights within the organization; overseeing and promoting continuous improvement on human rights and employment equity initiatives; QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS: Min 2 years of training management experience, preferably in an aviation environment Post Secondary Education in a related field Preference will be given to Pilots, Flight Attendants or Certified Dispatchers Proven ability to maintain document control Strong operational knowledge Proven leadership skills (coaching, mentoring, influencer) Proficient with computers (MS Office) Excellent communication and presentation skills Ability to maintain effective working relationships with all levels in the Company Must be able to acquire a Winnipeg Restricted Area Pass (enhanced security clearance) Calm Air is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage interested applicants to submit an email indicating interest in confidence by May 4th, 2018. We thank all those who apply however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted For further information, or to apply, please click here