Airport Manager Jobs

Who we are

The Loomex Group is a North American group of companies that provides a wide range of services out of four main divisions: aviation, aerospace, and defence, infrastructure and asset management, education and compliance, and emergency management.

We are actively seeking candidates for the position of Airport Manager for the Peterborough Airport, managing airport operations for the City of Peterborough. Reporting to the Director of Airports, this position will support the day-to-day operations and site safety of the airport. This exciting opportunity will take you to the City of Peterborough, a one-of-a-kind place located on nature's doorstep. Home to many trails and parks, with easy access to cottage country and the lakes and beauty that it offers.

Come join our growing team!

What you'll do

• Ensure adherence to the airport inspection program and the safety management system's regulations.
• Prepare invoices and monitor the airport's accounts receivable Develop, maintain, and implement airport manuals
• Explain and enforce airport rules and regulations
• Manage documentation of airside safety and security, airfield/runway inspections and wildlife inspections and control.
• Execute a work program that follows Transport Canada regulatory requirements and industry best practices and includes the components of emergency response, wildlife management, management of extreme weather events on-site and ensuring that all equipment on site is maintained to compliance standards.
• Contribute to the development and implementation plans of the City of Peterborough and aid in the execution of strategic plans
• Supervise, lead, and develop the airport operations staff Work with the accountable executive on operational issues as required.
• Manage the airport's operational budget and make recommendations for capital expenditures, including applications for funding.
• Engage with the airport's tenants, employees, customers, and industry representatives in a professional and courteous manner.
• SMS and operations manual upkeep and compliance checks
• Monitor and assists as required with onsite fueling and complete regular monitoring and safety checks of fueling equipment to ensure site security
• Initiate emergency responses and the activation of the airport's emergency response plan if required.
• Be responsible for responding to emergency events at the airport and serving as the on-scene controller during the emergency's life cycle.
• Ensure the health and safety of all airport operational staff and airport users.
• Receive, monitor, and respond to community relations needs as required
• Ensure airport policies are followed and make recommendations for policy modifications or the creation of standard operating procedures.
• Be responsible for business development initiatives at the airport
• Work with the City staff and other groups operating out of the airport on safety, maintenance and improvement operations. Attend client meetings and management meetings as required.
• Monitor airside and groundside operations, and escort persons/vehicles airside if required.

Working Conditions

• Full-time permanent position Reporting to the Director of Airports
• Given the nature of this position, applicants must live within a one-hour drive of Peterborough Airport
• Winter hours may vary (based on weather conditions)
• Benefits include an annual health spending account
• The position requires working in an office and outside (both airside and groundside)
• Work hours are primarily completed in 8-hour shifts on a regular Monday to Friday schedule; however, the position is required to occasionally work evenings, weekends, statutory holidays, and after-hours during emergencies or call-ins

What you'll bring to the table

• This position requires the ability to lift up to 30 kg, stand or sit for prolonged periods while using equipment or at a desk, and lift, pull, and manage heavy equipment and objects
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software
• Previous experience leading an operations team
• Good written and verbal communication skills for responding to customers and completing any required airport documentation procedures
• Post-secondary aviation education or equivalent aviation knowledge/experience TP 312E course completion or equivalent experience
• Valid Class “G” driver’s license or equivalent, and a clean driver's abstract
• Previous experience working within a government or municipal structure
• Restricted Radio Operators Certificate (ROC-A), or obtain a ROC-A within 30 days of being hired

Qualifications Considered an Asset

• Current CPR and first aid training
• Previous experience in airport business development is highly valued.
• Accredited Airport Executive designation
• Airfield Lighting Maintenance Course
• Working knowledge of runway surface condition reporting
• Safety and operations experience with aircraft fueling and airside/underwing operations is highly valued.
• Knowledge of municipal budget operations is considered an asset
• Experience operating heavy or airport equipment
• Private pilot’s license or flight training experience

If you have any questions or would like to apply directly, please email [email protected].