Operations Manager and Chief Pilot

Responsibilities

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• Manage all aspects of the flight department (as per the CARs) through leadership and oversight, reporting directly to the Accountable Executive, while supporting pilots and operational staff.
• Carry out Chief Pilot duties (as per the CARs), and ensure compliance with Company policies and procedures.
• Monitor and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), safety protocols, and operational policies.
• Support scheduling, crew coordination, and operational planning.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and training of flight crews.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, maintenance providers, and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor the preparation and delivery of operational reports, safety updates, and departmental performance summaries to senior leadership.
• Contribute to long-term planning, fleet management discussions, and departmental improvements.
• Responsible for passenger safety, in the conduct of corporate aircraft flight operations.

Education:

• Post-Secondary Diploma/Degree and/or Aviation Flight College Diploma

This job may be posted longer than most, as we are focused on finding the right person for our team. Having the right person is more important to us than filling a seat.