Director of Maintenance
Job Details
- Location : Wetaskiwin, Alberta
- Employment type : Full time
- Salary : $110,000 to $130,000 per year
- Start date : As soon as possible
- Vacancies : 1
About Us
General Lee Aviation (GLA) and Wetaskiwin Air Services (WAS) are an integrated aviation company in Central Alberta that offer an approved aircraft maintenance organization (AMO), flight training unit (FTU), simulator instruction and third‑party aircraft maintenance services. WAS was established in 1975 and we are proud to have been operating for over 50 years with a strong emphasis on safety, quality workmanship, accountability and a healthy, respectful work environment.
The Role
We are seeking a Director of Maintenance (DOM) to lead our maintenance organization as the Person Responsible for Maintenance (PRM). The DOM will be accountable for how maintenance is executed, documented, planned and delivered across the company and third‑party aircraft. The Director of Maintenance is expected to remain technically engaged, lead from the shop floor, participate in inspections and troubleshooting when required, and maintain credibility with AMEs through direct involvement. Candidates seeking a primarily administrative or compliance‑only position should not apply.
Key Responsibilities
Act as Person Responsible for Maintenance (PRM) in accordance with CARsProvide visible, hands‑on leadership during inspections, defect troubleshooting and maintenance executionPlan and schedule maintenance to support flight training, operational and third‑party customer requirementsEnsure compliance with :
CARsMaintenance Control Manual (MCM)Maintenance Policy Manual (MPM)Maintenance Schedule Approvals (MSA's)SMS, Quality Assurance, and Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) requirementsMaintain responsibility for company aircraft maintenance programs, including revisions and regulatory alignmentControl technical records, defect tracking and aircraft maintenance releaseLead, mentor, train and supervise AMEs, apprentices and support staffProcure aircraft parts and manage inventoryIssue and approve Purchase Orders (POs) to vendors and suppliersLiaise with Transport Canada, OEMs, suppliers and service providersSupport aircraft acquisition, fleet growth and long‑term maintenance strategyProject and operational management, including :
Weekly fleet and maintenance status reportsWork order review and approvalTimesheet approval for payrollOversee third‑party maintenance invoicing, ensuring accuracy, traceability and timely billingPromote and enforce a safe, professional and positive maintenance cultureMaintenance Scope
Fixed‑wing aircraft maintenance and future rotary aircraftStructures and avionics supportField maintenance and on‑site serviceAdvanced troubleshooting and defect resolutionHigh‑quality workmanship and attention to detailRequired Qualifications
Valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) licenceM1 required (M2 an asset)Minimum 6 years aircraft maintenance experience (10+ years strongly preferred)Previous leadership or supervisory experience (Lead AME, PRM, DOM, or equivalent)Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate and control maintenance effectivelyExperience sourcing and procuring aircraft partsExperience with maintenance tracking software (Quantum or similar)Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and / or Google WorkspaceStrong knowledge of CARs, AMO operations, maintenance programs and technical recordsWillingness to remain hands‑on when requiredDemonstrated history of leading technicians through action, not authority aloneProfessional attitude and commitment to a healthy work environmentPreferred Assets
Previous experience as PRM or DOMFlight training unit (FTU) maintenance experienceStructures and avionics experienceSMS, QA and OHS leadership experienceExperience with a variety of fixed‑wing single aircraftLocation
Wetaskiwin, AB (On‑site)#J-18808-Ljbffr