Facilities and Fleet Assistant

Sunwest Aviation Ltd. is the leading Western Canadian operator of jet and turboprop charter aircraft. Our fleet consists of a wide variety of jets, turboprops and piston aircraft. Based on fleet diversity, Sunwest is able to offer excellent opportunity for advancement. With over twenty-five years of safe operation, we have established a solid reputation in the aviation industry. Operating from a modern facility in Calgary, our aircraft are available for charter to thousands of destinations not served by scheduled airlines. We currently have an opportunity available for a Facilities and Fleet Assistant. Reporting to the Facilities Manager, this position is responsible for performing the duties and responsibilities which include, but are not limited to, the following: Duties and Responsibilities: The Facility & Fleet Assistant supports the Facility& Fleet Manager in overseeing the operation, maintenance, and safety of a large commercial aviation facility that includes hangars, aircraft ramps, parking areas, and supporting infrastructure. This role provides day-to-day supervisory support, ensures compliance with operational standards, and serves as a liaison between tenants, contractors, and internal teams to maintain smooth facility operations. Fully embrace and follow the vision, mission, and values of Sunwest Aviation (SA) Adhere to SA’s code of conduct, policies, and procedures Adhere to applicable regulations & standards, both external & internal Contribute to the harmony across the company stakeholders ( Customers-Employees-Shareholders ), corporate image while providing confidential administrative support and assistance. Provide polite and professional interaction, both external & internal Contribute to a positive company culture and work environment Be part of the collective achievement of corporate objectives, metrics, and published Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Ensure all tasks are aligned with Leadership and the Strategy, including ensuring each team member is focused on the correct task-level ( Leadership, Strategy, Tactics, Operations ). Handle all restricted and confidential information with utmost informational security – Confidentiality & Non-Disclosure agreement included within this job description With professionalism and conformance to business etiquette, be an ambassador of SA Ensure correspondence conforms with business writing etiquette and standards Utilize the preferred communication medium(s) of those you are working with (i.e. phone, email, approved apps, etc.), offering communication improvements as needed Accurate & timely processing of tasks and communications Proactively identify areas of assistance, cost savings, optimization, offering the best solutions Anticipate workflow, prioritize and follow through on tasks to completion Quality checking of work before release Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) Be aware of the FFA role within SA’s Q-HSSE (Quality, Health, Safety, Security, Environment) program, including how hazards are identified, reported, and mitigated Be part of the collective achievement of SA’s Safety Performance Indicators (SPIs) Monitor adherence to safety procedures, security requirements, and environmental policies. Support emergency preparedness drills and incident response coordination. Perform hangar inspections, safety walks, FOD walks, etc. Report safety hazards or incidents promptly and ensure corrective actions are implemented as defined by Facility Manager and / or Director of Safety Assist with maintaining building safety and security systems. Conduct proactive safety checks of equipment & work area prior to work commencement. Facility Operational Support Assist the Facility Manager in daily oversight of hangars, ramps, and parking facilities. This includes: parking lot walkabout to ensure no issue with garbage, vehicle leaks/vandalism, lot damage, electrical plugs, etc. snow removal, ensuring all walkways, lots, ramps are clear of s…

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