Airport Manager

Airport Manager

Transport Canada - National Airport Operations

Closing date: September 14, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time

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Reference number

MOT26J-024130-000147

Selection process number

26-MOT-EA-HRS-05032

Location

Wabush (Newfoundland and Labrador)

Salary

$96,235 to $104,044 - Allowances under the Isolated Posts and Government Housing Directive apply. For more information, visit http://www.njc-cnm.gc.ca/directive/ipgh-pile/index-eng.php

Level

PM-05

Who can apply

Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

Organization information

For further information on the organization, please visit Transport Canada.

On this page

• About the position
• Conditions of employment
• Operational Requirements
• You need (essential for the job)
• Language requirements (essential for the job)
• You may need (asset qualifications)
• Our commitment
• Equity, diversity and inclusion
• Preference
• How to apply
• Hiring organization contact

About the position

Work environment

About the organization

At Transport Canada, you're not just joining a department - you're helping keep Canada connected, safe, and moving.

Transport Canada offers a supportive, inclusive, and safety-focused workplace, where teamwork and professional growth are core values.

Employees take pride in serving Canadians, knowing their work has a direct impact on national transportation safety and reliability. Be part of a team that keeps Canada's skies safe - no matter the weather.

About the job opportunity

Transport Canada has a career opportunity for an experienced and motivated professional to lead our Wabush Airport Team. The establishment is one of the small airports owned by Transport Canada offering local, regional or remote service. The position requires an individual who can provide a high level of leadership and supervision. The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.

The incumbent will have the following functions:

• Managing the resources for the day-to-day operation, safety and serviceability of all airport facilities.
• Managing the site emergency response, safety programs and Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting Services
• Implementing and monitoring a security program according to the Canadian Aviation Security Regulations, 2012 PART 6 for Class 3 Aerodromes.
• Managing the maintenance of all airport systems, physical plant and mobile assets in accordance with the principles of the lifecycle management.
• Managing the airport human and financial resources.
• Implementing and monitoring the delivery of the airport Safety Management System (SMS) program.

Intent of the process

The intention of this selection process is to staff the position of Airport Manager at the Wabush Airport, in Labrador.

A pool of qualified candidates may be created to staff positions with similar requirements at the same group and level at Transport Canada.

Positions to be filled

1

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

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• Possession of a valid provincial or territorial driver's license.
• Willingness and ability to travel.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime and standby hours, including nights, weekends and statutory holidays.
• A pre-employment medical assessment may be required.

Operational Requirements

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Airside Vehicle Operations Permit (AVOP)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Radiotelephone Operator's Restricted Certificate (endorsed aeronautical)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Possession and Acquisition License (PAL)

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

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EXPERIENCE:

EX1: Experience in airport operations and maintenance activities.

EX2: Experience in the supervision of staff within an operational area which includes employee performance and labour relation management.

EX3: Experience in managing relationships with multiple stakeholders or clients.

EX4: Professional experience in budget management.

EX5: Experience in the application or interpretation of legislation, policies, regulations, directives or standards.

EX6: Experience in the management of issues and in formulating strategic recommendations and presenting briefing documents for management or executives.

Applied / assessed at a later date

KEY LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

KLC1: Create Vision and Strategy

KLC2: Mobilize People

KLC3: Upholding Integrity and Respect

KLC4: Promote Innovation and Guide Change

KLC5: Achieve Results

ABILITIES:

A1: Ability to communicate effectively orally.

A2: Ability to communicate effectively in writing.*

• NOTE: Your application may be used to assess this qualification.

Language requirements (essential for the job)

Applied / assessed at a later date

English essential

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You may need (asset qualifications)

May be applied / assessed at a later date

ASSET EXPERIENCE:

AEX1: Experience in emergency response or planning involving multiple stakeholders.

AEX2: Experience in the management of Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting Services (ARFF) in an airport environment.

ASSET KNOWLEDGE:

AK1: Knowledge of acts and regulations relating to Canadian Airports.

AK2: Knowledge of Canada Labour Code Part II.

AK3: Knowledge of airport operations and maintenance activities.

AK4: Knowledge of Transport Canada's Aerodromes Standards and Recommended Practices (TP 312) or Criteria for the Development of Instrument Procedures (TP308/GPH209).

AK5: Knowledge of environmental hazards and protection practices.

Our commitment

We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Learn more about assessment accommodation.

Equity, diversity and inclusion

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.

Selection may be limited to members of the following employment equity groups: Indigenous (Aboriginal) peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women.

Learn more about employment equity.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.

Learn more about preference to veterans.

How to apply

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Information you must provide

• Your résumé

We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Hiring organization contact

Name: Olivier Marceau-Robillard, Human Resources Advisor

Email address: olivier.marceau-robillard@tc.gc.ca

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