Aircraft Certification Authority (ACA) - M2, YTZ

Job Summary

At Porter Airlines, a rewarding Aircraft Engineer career awaits. Porter is offering Relocation Assistance up to a maximum of $10,000 for successful candidates located outside of Toronto.

 

The ACA – M2 is responsible for ensuring that all aircraft maintenance is accomplished in accordance with the policies and procedures contained in the Maintenance Control Manual, Maintenance Policy Manual and in accordance with the Detailed Procedures Documents. AMEs are also responsible for ensuring all aircraft technical documents and Canadian Aviation Regulations are adhered to. 


Duties & Responsibilities

  • Ensure 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 license and ACA qualifications, as required, on company aircraft;

  • Acquire and maintain Airport Security Clearance, AVOP, Passport, and full ‘G’ Driver’s  License 

  • Responsible for mentoring new Apprentices; 

  • Liaise with the Lead and MOC with regards to scheduled assigned overnight work packages; 

  • Ensure that all Porter technical documentation, such as maintenance releases, associated with defects or Work Packs is accomplished as per company standards prior to submission to Technical Records; 

  • Assist with ground support equipment (GSE) maintenance, and generate 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 for supporting AOG maintenance system wide as required;  

  • Assist the Lead in ensuring the hangar work areas, including all locations in hangar, office, as well as service vehicles and equipment, 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
  • Utilize the SMS reporting program for any hazards or incidents that may occur.

  • 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

  • Dash-8 400 experience an asset

  • Must have a valid M2 AME license
  • Holder of valid passport 

  • Ability to obtain airside clearance (RAIC) with associated background checks

  • Ability to obtain and AVOP (Airside Vehicle Operator Permit)

  • Ability to demonstrate working knowledge of the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CAR’s)

  • Demonstrate excellent organizational skills and the ability to delegate effectively

  • Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills 

  • Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written

  • Working knowledge of RAAS, AMOS or other maintenance software platform, considered an asset #LI-Onsite


Location

Toronto (Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport - YTZ) #LI-I-Onsite


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. 

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