At Canadian North, we dont just fly planes, we connect people, deliver essential goods, and support 25 northern communities that rely on us every day. Whether youre on the ground or in the air, working with us means being part of something bigger.

Youll help strengthen communities, honor Indigenous cultures, and bring vital services to some of the most remote and respanable places in Canada.

• Purpose-Driven Work – Your skills keep northern communities connected
• Competitive Pay & Benefits – Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement plan
• Discounted Travel + Free Travel Passes – Enjoy worldwide flight privileges after probation
• Career Growth – Build your aviation career with the trusted airline of the Arctic

We’re committed to offering a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, security, and future.

• Extended health, dental, and life insurance (after 1 month)
• Short- & long-term disability coverage (after 1 month)
• Retirement savings plan (after 6 months)
• Travel privileges with Canadian North (after 1 month) and partner airlines (after 6 months)
• Cargo shipping privileges (per company policy)
• Opportunities for advancement within a trusted Canadian airline

Load Control Agents are responsible for load planning and weight and balance calculations, sometimes acting as local operations agents and assisting with cargo duties.

Level: As per the UNIFOR Collective Agreement.

Pay Rate: Starting at $21.50 per hour, in accordance with the UNIFOR Collective Agreement, or commensurate with experience. Employees are also eligible for a Northern Living Allowance of $5.14 per hour. In addition, candidates fluent in Inuktut will receive a language premium of $2.00 per hour.

Reporting to: Manager, Cargo & Ramp

Interested candidates should be able to perform the following duties and responsibilities:

• Follow the companies Standard Operating Procedures without deviation;
• Promote a safe working culture;
• Load/unload aircraft;
• Provide services to the aircraft on the ground as required;
• Assist Customer Service Agents and/or Cargo Attendants if so required ;
• Assist passengers with mobility and special needs;
• Perform commissary duties as part of the specialized work function;
• Completion of daily vehicle/equipment checklist;
• Required to be qualified and maintain qualification on all ramp equipment;
• Perform other duties and functions related to the foregoing;
• Other duties as assigned.

Include, but not limited to, the following minimum skills and qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent related work experience
• One (1) year of previous experience
• Must be knowledgeable of cargo handling and processing procedures;
• Knowledge and experience of loading and load control on company aircraft;
• Weight & balance knowledge and experience necessary;
• Knowledge of Canadian North’s Cargo Computer Program, Cargo Ramp Procedures Manual and Sabre;
• Must be familiar with handling of dangerous goods and be able to obtain and retain a dangerous goods handling certificate;
• Must hold a valid G2 or G (Class 5) driver’s license;
• Demonstrated strong communication, organizational, problem solving & interpersonal skills;
• Ability to accomplish multiple tasks in high pressure, high volume environment;
• Forklift driving experience an asset;
• Must be able to obtain and retain a D/A level airport pass;
• Ability to communicate in Inuktitut a definite asset;
• Ability to obtain and retain an Airport Restricted Area Identity Card in accordance with the Airport Restricted Area Access Clearance Program regulated by Transport Canada.

Please note: Relocation assistance is not available for this position. The successful candidate must be located in Yellowknife, NWT.

Please note: This job entails irregular hours, including weekends, holidays, and shift work. Shift schedules will be bid in order of seniority. As a result, we cannot provide you with a schedule around your current job, school schedule, activities, etc. You are however able to shift trade with your colleagues- but you are responsible for the shifts that you are scheduled.

Closing date: June 28, 2026