New Posting - Government of the Northwest Territories

Regional Airport ManagerGovernment of the Northwest Territories  

 - Norman Wells, NT

$100,016 a year

This position, located at the Norman Wells Airport reports to the Regional Superintendent. The incumbent manages all airport operations at the Norman Wells Airport as well as four certified community airports located at Colville Lake, Fort Good Hope, Tulita, and Dél¿n¿ to ensure these critical facilities are effective in the delivery of aviation services for safe, secure and reliable movement of people and goods.  The Regional Airport Manager is responsible for promoting a positive safety culture at their airports. Implementation and oversight of the Safety Management System (SMS) is required to meet regulatory obligations and maintain certification.  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES  Thorough knowledge of airport and aviation industry; knowledge of the Aeronautics act and regulations (such as air traffic, security and zoning), environment acts and regulations, and labor, electrical, building and fire codes. Knowledge of airport buildings planning and design, engineering and construction principles and the ability to integrate those within the complex regulatory regime that is in place at the Airport. Theories and principles of airport maintenance management and planned preventative maintenance. Ability to properly present the advantages and disadvantages. Good working knowledge of government financial regulations, directives and procedures related to both expenditures and the collection of revenues. Project supervision and management skills, as well as technical knowledge of civil engineering practices as it relates to airport maintenance and construction, to enable the effective delivery of the maintenance and capital project programs. Human resource management skills in order to effectively deal with the numerous issues that can arise with a large staff engaged in an often-stressful environment. Conflict resolution and mediation skills to ensure a smooth integration of large private and public workforce activities; negotiation and conciliation skills to ensure the airport's interests are protected and advanced when dealing with contractors, the public, employees and other government departments. The ability to lead and communicate a clear direction to staff and provide the incentive to ensure a buy in from the people managed, especially in the integration of new methods of accomplishing goals. The proven ability to act confidently in challenging situations to accomplish tasks and select an effective approach to a task or problem. Ability to train, instruct and develop various trade disciplines and employees. The ability to analyze and evaluate complex issues and to offer a clear solution. Writing skills to develop feasibility studies and reports and to ensure employee appraisals are accurately and clearly defined. Proficiency with computer skills such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Crisis management techniques and the ability to influence the actions of others during an emergency are necessary. Ability to diagnose complex technical problems associated with O&M. The ability to assess operational requirements and transform them into a practical technical course of action. Demonstrable leadership, initiative and professional judgment. Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by: Bachelor degree from a recognized institution in the fields of airport management/administration and 5 years directly related experience in an airport environment including supervising, and a valid Class 5 NWT Driver's License. For further information or to apply, please click here