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Lead ACA, YOW

  • Ottawa, ON
  • On-site
  • Posted Sep 9, 2026
  • 1 position

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Mid-level · 3+ years
Minimum education
Professional degree
Apply by
Oct 9, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Not Applicable

Job summary

Lead a team of technicians in a line maintenance environment to address aircraft defects and operational events efficiently. Coordinate with the Maintenance Operations Center (MOC) to schedule work packages and ensure all activities comply with Transport Canada and company policies.

Job details

Job Summary The Lead ACA is responsible for leading a team of technicians in a line maintenance environment to address aircraft defects and operational events in a timely and equitable manner. Communication about task completion and aircraft serviceability to the supervisor or MOC is also a key element to this role. Duties & Responsibilities Ensure that all maintenance activities are accomplished in accordance with the policies and procedures contained in the MCM, MPM, DPDs, aircraft and component maintenance manuals and Transport Canada requirements Maintain an AME M2 or E license and ACA qualifications on company aircraft and assume the responsibilities of an ACA if the operation requires support Liaise with MOC and Operations to schedule overnight work packages, hangar availability, and gate movements Responsible for all Apprentices, AMEs, and ACAs for the delegation and timely completion of assigned tasks Assist with ground support equipment (GSE) maintenance, generating logs for any equipment that requires repair Responsible to ensure the consumable materials and tooling stored in the hangar and service vehicles are maintained in a neat and tidy manner Responsible to assist with AOG maintenance system-wide by providing workforce ability when required Ensure the hangar work areas, terminal work areas and service vehicles are kept clean in an effort to maintain a safe work environment Actively participate in Porter’s Safety Management System (SMS) including, reporting hazards and incidents encountered in daily operations; understand, comply and promote the Company Safety Policy Other duties and tasks as assigned Behavioural Competencies Concern for Safety: Identifying hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and taking appropriate action to maintain a safe environment for self and others. Teamwork: Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals. Passenger/Customer Service: Providing service excellence to internal and/or external customers (passengers). Initiative: Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise. Results Focus: Focusing efforts on achieving high quality results consistent with the organization’s standards. Fostering Communication: Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and building consensus. Qualifications Post-secondary education Minimum 3 years’ experience in a leadership role Transport Canada issued AME M2 or E license DHC-8-Q400 and/or Embraer E2 endorsements an asset Well organized, detail oriented and able to work autonomously Proven self-starter with good time management skills and ability to multitask Ability to obtain airside security clearance Successfully complete the company background and pre-employment screening tests Valid G driver’s license Location Ottawa (Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport - YOW) nsite Company Description Since 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves North America, including a coast-to-coast domestic Canadian network, the U.S., Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®. Visit www.flyporter.com or follow @porterairlines on Instagram, Facebook and X.

What you’ll do

Lead a team of technicians in a line maintenance environment to address aircraft defects and operational events efficiently. Coordinate with the Maintenance Operations Center (MOC) to schedule work packages and ensure all activities comply with Transport Canada and company policies.

Requirements

Requires a Transport Canada issued AME M2 or E license and at least 3 years of experience in a leadership role. Post-secondary education and a valid G driver's license are required, with DHC-8-Q400 or Embraer E2 endorsements considered an asset.

Listed skills

  • Time management · Preferred
  • Problem solving · Preferred
  • Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
  • Communication · Preferred
  • Multitasking · Preferred
  • Team Leadership · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Aircraft Maintenance
  • Team Leadership
  • Line Maintenance
  • Operational Scheduling
  • Safety Management Systems
  • Ground Support Equipment Maintenance
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Time Management
  • Multitasking
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Resource Allocation

Job areas

  • Transportation
  • Trades
  • Management & Leadership
  • Engineering
  • Security & Safety

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