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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The supervisor will oversee the administrative and operational functions of the Materials Department, ensuring all tasks are completed in accordance with safety and quality standards. Responsibilities include managing inventory, processing aircraft parts, and maintaining accurate system data within the Airsoft platform.
Job details
Company Description Founded in 1947, Canadian Helicopters is the largest helicopter transportation services provider in Canada. Based from 25 locations across Canada, Canadian Helicopters operates over 100 aircraft in support of a range of multinational companies and government agencies including defense, mineral exploration, forest management, hydro and other utilities, construction, air ambulance and search and rescue. In addition to charter services, company affiliates provide flight training and third-party repair and maintenance services. Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) Program The Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) Program is a 25-year next-generation aircrew training program for the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) that will see the introduction of state-of-the-art aircraft, flight training devices, and facilities. CHL is contracted to provide aircraft maintenance, in-service support, flight training, and ground school for the rotary-wing component of the FAcT Program in Southport, Manitoba. This exciting program offers opportunities for professional growth and career exploration while shaping air crew training and contributing to Canada’s overall defense readiness. Job Description In support of the Government of Canada’s Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) program this position requires individuals with a professional demeanor, positive attitude, and excellent communication skills. The individual will be responsible for the administrative and supervisory functions of the Materials Department. Specific duties include, but are not limited to: Ensure that all tasks required for the proper functioning of the department are completed, monitored, and carried out in accordance with established procedures, while maintaining safety, quality, and operational efficiency. Assist with inventory taking and update system data based on actual counts. Shall issue/receive parts to/from aircraft using the base forms and aircrafts log pages. Shall create and update supplier data in Airsoft. Qualifications Must hold the authorization to work in Canada (this position is not available for sponsorship). This position requires access to Controlled Goods; therefore, the successful candidate must be eligible to qualify under the Controlled Goods Program. Excellent organization and communication skills. Strong analytical skills to ensure the accuracy and daily update of system data. Ability to manage and adapt to changing priorities. Good computer skills (Knowledge of Airsoft is an asset). Ability to work within a group environment. Excellent communication skills in English - mandatory French is an asset Additional Information Status: Permanent, full-time. Location: Southport, MB 100% in person Schedule: Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week Working for Canadian Helicopters is: A unique opportunity to evolve in a dynamic environment full of opportunities. Work with passionate, committed people who like to surpass themselves. Be part of an organizational culture based on fundamental principles. Having an employer of choice offering competitive working conditions. We offer a flexible benefits program including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, life insurance, short and long term disability insurance and a pension fund plan. Canadian Helicopters Limited is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and visible minorities. For more information, we invite you to visit our website: www.canadianhelicopters.com Follow us on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/canadian-helicopters-limited Base Location: Southport (Manitoba)
What you’ll do
The supervisor will oversee the administrative and operational functions of the Materials Department, ensuring all tasks are completed in accordance with safety and quality standards. Responsibilities include managing inventory, processing aircraft parts, and maintaining accurate system data within the Airsoft platform.
Requirements
Candidates must be eligible for the Controlled Goods Program and possess excellent organizational and communication skills. Proficiency in computer systems is required, with knowledge of Airsoft considered an asset.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Life insurance
- Short term disability insurance
- Long term disability insurance
- Pension fund plan
Listed skills
- Teamwork · Preferred
- Organization · Preferred
- Administrative Support · Preferred
- Safety Compliance · Preferred
- Quality Control · Preferred
- Logistics · Preferred
- Data entry · Preferred
- Communication Skills · Preferred
- Inventory management · Preferred
- Supervision · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Supervision
- Inventory management
- Administrative support
- Communication skills
- Analytical skills
- Data entry
- Airsoft software
- Logistics
- Safety compliance
- Quality control
- Organization
- Teamwork
- Employment Equity
- Operational Efficiency
- Controlled Goods Program (CGP)
- Professionalism
- Positivity
- Analytical Skills
- Forest Management
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Ambulances
- Flight Training
- Communication
- Computer Literacy
- English Language
- French Language
- Pension Funds
Job areas
- Logistics
- Transportation
- Administrative
- Management & Leadership
- Government & Public Sector
- Materials Supervisor
- Inventory Control Manager
- Supply, Distribution and Related Managers
- Supply Chain Managers
- Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers
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