Manager, Apron Management Unit
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About the role
Toronto Pearson is transforming. Now’s the time for your career to fly.
The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) is a unique and dynamic place to work, with a bold plan to make Toronto Pearson, Canada’s leading global hub airport, a global leader in airport performance, customer care and sustainability. Together with our partners, approximately 2,100 GTAA employees are working to create a next-generation airport by innovating in all we do and striving for the most uplifting, safe and efficient experience for our passengers – all while championing the prosperity of our people, the community we call home, and our aviation partners. Join us on our journey together, as we put the joy back into travel and make Toronto Pearson the chosen place to fly and work.
What's in it for you?
- An opportunity to grow, develop, and thrive within a dynamic, and fast-growing company alongside thoughtful and passionate individuals dedicated to their work and community.
- Comprehensive benefits, including a flexible retirement program with employer matching, along with voluntary savings options (RRSP, TFSA, and Non-Registered Savings Plans).
- A flexible work environment, continuous internal and external learning opportunities, and a meaningful reward and recognition program.
What can you expect from this position?
Reporting to the Associate Director, IOCC Operations and Performance, the Manager, Apron Management Unit (AMU) is responsible for ensuring the safe, orderly, and expeditious movement of aircraft across GTAA‑controlled Aprons. This role provides operational leadership for Apron oversight and advisory services, leads a large frontline team, and is accountable for advancing Apron safety through a robust Safety Management System (SMS).
You will oversee day‑to‑day apron operations, lead and develop a diverse team of aviation professionals, manage resources and budgets, and work closely with internal and external stakeholders—including airlines and NAV CANADA—to support seamless aircraft movement and airport performance.
As a Manager, Apron Management Unit , you will:
- Lead the delivery of safe, orderly, and efficient aircraft flow across GTAA‑controlled Aprons using established policies, procedures, and advisory services.
- Provide leadership and operational oversight for Airport Collaborative Decision Making (A‑CDM) as it relates to Apron operations.
- Manage, coach, and develop a large frontline team, fostering a high‑performance, inclusive, and safety‑focused work environment.
- Investigate, manage, and mitigate Apron safety issues through the Safety Management System, including hazard identification and risk assessment.
- Plan and manage staffing, training, and quality control programs for Apron Officers and Specialists.
- Build strong working relationships with airlines, NAV CANADA, and internal partners to resolve operational issues and improve performance.
- Develop and manage the unit’s annual operating budget and business plan aligned to GTAA’s corporate strategy.
- Role‑model GTAA leadership behaviors and drive accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
This is the role for you, if you have:
- 7+ of experience in aviation, transportation, or a similarly complex, safety‑critical operating environment. Experience with aircraft movement, Stand management, Apron operations, or A‑CDM principles is preferred.
- 3+ years of experience in a management role, with demonstrated leadership accountability; experience leading unionized or multi‑disciplinary frontline teams is preferred.
- Strong operational judgment and decision‑making skills in fast‑paced, time‑sensitive environments.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem‑solving skills.
- Ability to influence and collaborate across organizational boundaries.
- A post‑secondary degree or diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Ability to obtain and retain Transportation Security Clearance at the designated level for the position.
The GTAA is committed to Employment Equity and maintaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
This position is exempt from Ontario's 2026 pay transparency requirements under Regulation 476/24.
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About Greater Toronto Airports Authority
The GTAA manages and operates Toronto Pearson International Airport, the largest airport in Canada. We employ approximately 1,400 people directly and thousands more work within the airport community. Pre-COVID-19, more than 400,000 flights passed through the airport, taking with them 50 million passengers. Working as a team, we are creating the airport of the future, offering a safe and healthy experience for everyone at Toronto Pearson.
La GTAA gère et exploite l’aéroport international Pearson de Toronto, le plus grand aéroport au Canada. Nous employons directement plus de 1 350 personnes, et des milliers de plus travaillent dans la communauté de l’aéroport. Avant la pandémie de COVID19, plus de 400 000 vols, avec plus de 50 millions de passagers à leur bord, passaient par l’aéroport. En tant qu’équipe, nous nous efforçons de créer l’aéroport de demain en offrant un environnement sain et sûr à tous ceux qui fréquentent Toronto Pearson.
Email/Courriel: customer_service@gtaa.com
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Manager, Apron Management Unit
Top Benefits
About the role
Toronto Pearson is transforming. Now’s the time for your career to fly.
The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) is a unique and dynamic place to work, with a bold plan to make Toronto Pearson, Canada’s leading global hub airport, a global leader in airport performance, customer care and sustainability. Together with our partners, approximately 2,100 GTAA employees are working to create a next-generation airport by innovating in all we do and striving for the most uplifting, safe and efficient experience for our passengers – all while championing the prosperity of our people, the community we call home, and our aviation partners. Join us on our journey together, as we put the joy back into travel and make Toronto Pearson the chosen place to fly and work.
What's in it for you?
- An opportunity to grow, develop, and thrive within a dynamic, and fast-growing company alongside thoughtful and passionate individuals dedicated to their work and community.
- Comprehensive benefits, including a flexible retirement program with employer matching, along with voluntary savings options (RRSP, TFSA, and Non-Registered Savings Plans).
- A flexible work environment, continuous internal and external learning opportunities, and a meaningful reward and recognition program.
What can you expect from this position?
Reporting to the Associate Director, IOCC Operations and Performance, the Manager, Apron Management Unit (AMU) is responsible for ensuring the safe, orderly, and expeditious movement of aircraft across GTAA‑controlled Aprons. This role provides operational leadership for Apron oversight and advisory services, leads a large frontline team, and is accountable for advancing Apron safety through a robust Safety Management System (SMS).
You will oversee day‑to‑day apron operations, lead and develop a diverse team of aviation professionals, manage resources and budgets, and work closely with internal and external stakeholders—including airlines and NAV CANADA—to support seamless aircraft movement and airport performance.
As a Manager, Apron Management Unit , you will:
- Lead the delivery of safe, orderly, and efficient aircraft flow across GTAA‑controlled Aprons using established policies, procedures, and advisory services.
- Provide leadership and operational oversight for Airport Collaborative Decision Making (A‑CDM) as it relates to Apron operations.
- Manage, coach, and develop a large frontline team, fostering a high‑performance, inclusive, and safety‑focused work environment.
- Investigate, manage, and mitigate Apron safety issues through the Safety Management System, including hazard identification and risk assessment.
- Plan and manage staffing, training, and quality control programs for Apron Officers and Specialists.
- Build strong working relationships with airlines, NAV CANADA, and internal partners to resolve operational issues and improve performance.
- Develop and manage the unit’s annual operating budget and business plan aligned to GTAA’s corporate strategy.
- Role‑model GTAA leadership behaviors and drive accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
This is the role for you, if you have:
- 7+ of experience in aviation, transportation, or a similarly complex, safety‑critical operating environment. Experience with aircraft movement, Stand management, Apron operations, or A‑CDM principles is preferred.
- 3+ years of experience in a management role, with demonstrated leadership accountability; experience leading unionized or multi‑disciplinary frontline teams is preferred.
- Strong operational judgment and decision‑making skills in fast‑paced, time‑sensitive environments.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem‑solving skills.
- Ability to influence and collaborate across organizational boundaries.
- A post‑secondary degree or diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Ability to obtain and retain Transportation Security Clearance at the designated level for the position.
The GTAA is committed to Employment Equity and maintaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
This position is exempt from Ontario's 2026 pay transparency requirements under Regulation 476/24.
Not the right fit? Search for Manager, Apron Management Unit jobs in Toronto, ON
About Greater Toronto Airports Authority
The GTAA manages and operates Toronto Pearson International Airport, the largest airport in Canada. We employ approximately 1,400 people directly and thousands more work within the airport community. Pre-COVID-19, more than 400,000 flights passed through the airport, taking with them 50 million passengers. Working as a team, we are creating the airport of the future, offering a safe and healthy experience for everyone at Toronto Pearson.
La GTAA gère et exploite l’aéroport international Pearson de Toronto, le plus grand aéroport au Canada. Nous employons directement plus de 1 350 personnes, et des milliers de plus travaillent dans la communauté de l’aéroport. Avant la pandémie de COVID19, plus de 400 000 vols, avec plus de 50 millions de passagers à leur bord, passaient par l’aéroport. En tant qu’équipe, nous nous efforçons de créer l’aéroport de demain en offrant un environnement sain et sûr à tous ceux qui fréquentent Toronto Pearson.
Email/Courriel: customer_service@gtaa.com