Position Title: Flight Operation Project Manager

Location: Winnipeg, MB

Status: Full Time

Start Date: Immediately

Who We Are!

Calm Air International is a regional airline serving the Northern part of Central Canada. From its main bases in Winnipeg, Thompson and Churchill, Manitoba, and Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, Calm Air operates frequent, daily scheduled passenger, charters, and cargo flights throughout Manitoba and the Kivalliq Region of Nunavut.

At Calm Air International LP, we value our customers, passengers, and the communities we serve. We are only as good as the employees who work with us. We are looking for highly motivated, well-organized individuals, who work well in a fast-paced environment, to join our team! Want to learn more? Visit www.calmair.com.

About the Opportunity

Are you seeking an exciting opportunity to work with a group of high performing professionals? Do you like to work independently as well as part of a skilled team? If so, we would like to hear from you! We are looking for a highly motivated, well-organized individual, who thrives in a fast-paced environment, to join the Calm Air family.

The sky is the limit!

What You'll Get to Do

The Flight Operations Projects Manager is responsible for developing and overseeing projects within the Flight Operations department. They will actively support the leadership of the Flight Operations department and ensure the group participates in efficiencies and improvements of all applicable Flight Operations functions.

Operations:

• Assist in logistical planning for both scheduled operations and ad-hoc charter operations
• In conjunction with other Flight Ops personnel, maintain and prioritize list of Flight Operations Projects
• Identify and develop cost saving efficiencies
• Develop initiatives to improve quality of product from the Flight Operations Department
• Assist in crew analysis and pairing development
• Complete assigned Flight Operations Projects on an agreed upon timetable
• Lead in document management of Flight Operations
• Assist in collecting feedback from line personnel to identify areas for operational improvement
• Other duties as assigned

Financial:

• Assist in department budget management
• Adhere to all financial internal controls
• Actively seek out progressive opportunities for cost reduction in all areas of Flight Operations

Safety & Leadership:

• Change management leader – assist in change while supporting employees through communication, listening and actioning
• Promote occupational health and safety within your department and participate in the development and monitoring of safety training
• Proactively communicate hazards and SMS initiatives with your department
• Embark on employment equity initiatives; engaging with all employees to promote employment equity and encouraging employees to undertake the self-declaration survey updating as necessary
• All levels of the organization share responsibility for human rights within the organization, overseeing and promoting continuous improvement on human rights and employment equity initiatives
• Carry out their duties safely within regulatory and company standards, policies, processes, and procedures as trained. Use safety equipment (tools, Proper Protective Equipment etc.) as provided
• Actively identify and report hazards and deficiencies (when in doubt report)
• Assist in development of company processes and procedures as required

Skills & Experience We Value

• Holds or has held the appropriate license and ratings for which a Pilot-in-Command is required to hold for one of the aircraft operated
• Strong understanding of the CARs and Flight Time Duty Regulations
• Operational knowledge of ATR aircraft considered an asset
• Acquired not less than 1-year related leadership experience with an operator of a commercial air service whose flight operations are similar in size and scope
• Demonstrated knowledge of the content of the operations manual, the air operator's certificate and operations specifications, the provision of the regulations and standards necessary to carry out the duties and responsibilities to ensure safety
• Strong operational knowledge
• Proven leadership skills (coaching, mentoring, influencer)
• Proficient with MS Office
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with all levels in the Company
• Travel required
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an Enhanced Security Clearance qualification
• Inuktitut language considered an asset
• Preference will be given to Inuit Land Claims Beneficiaries

The Benefits of Joining Our Team

Along with being one of Manitoba’s Top Employers, we are proud to provide a cooperative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package, Calm Air provides exceptional benefits which include:

• Registered Pension Plan starting at 5% matched after one year of employment
• Comprehensive Group Benefit Plan available upon hire with the exception of dental coverage which has a three month wait period
• Entitled to three weeks vacation
• Airline travel and freight privileges
• Corporate and family events
• And more!

If This Sounds Like the Job for You, Contact Us!

At Calm Air, we value diversity and provide equal opportunities and accessibility for all qualified candidates. We encourage all members of a designated group or those requiring accessibility support to self-declare when applying. Applicants may request a reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the application process by emailing recruitment@calmair.com.

Please submit a resume in confidence by November 2, 2025.

We thank all those who apply, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.