Unit Manager - Montreal

English and French are required / Le français et langlais sont requis.

Flexible Work Agreement TypeOn site / Sur place

Posting End Date2024-10-10

Job GradeL1 Zone B

Pay RangeCommensurate with Experience / Selon l’expérience

Job SummaryReporting to the Manager, Major Tower – Terminal Operations, the Unit Manager is accountable for the safety, service, budget, specialty personnel and stakeholder relations at the delegated specialties.
The Unit Manager is accountable and provides leadership to a team of Air Traffic Controllers and Team Supervisors. They act as change agents with the implementation of new technology, procedures or programs.

Job Description

What NAV CANADA offers you:

• Very competitive pay and flex benefits you can tailor to your needs
• Generous vacation, defined benefit pension, wellness days, and paid sick days
• Challenging, innovative work environment
• A rewarding career and many opportunities for growth and development
• Challenging, team-oriented work environment 
• Diverse and inclusive workforce

Language Requirements: Bilingual (English and French), in accordance with Civil Aviation Regulations and or Official Languages requirements in order to either provide services to clients, the Public and or, to supervise and provide services to employees in the official language of their choice.

What you’ll be doing:

• Ensure the safety, service and quality of ACC services delegated within their scope of responsibility in collaboration with supervisors and Managers, ATS Quality Standards (MAQS).
• Responsible for leading a team including hiring, coaching, mentoring and developing a high performing and highly engaged team.
• Develops and implements corrective action plans to address deficiencies in accordance with the Safety Management System (SMS) program and identifies trends to improve safety and service.
• Ensures OI investigations are completed and collaborates with all stakeholders involved.
• Ensures operation practices comply with the Fatigue Risk Management Program.
• Responsible to plan, train and manage both the Emergency Response and Business Continuity Planning.
• Supports Air Traffic Services (ATS) Standards by ensuring staff meet all licensing, medical and proficiency requirements required for their positions.
• Acts as local point of contact for NAV CANADA for identified operational issues.
• Develops and manages budgetary plans and forecasts based on operational requirements and priorities.

What you bring:

• Successful completion of secondary school.
• 3 years of leadership experience managing a diverse team.
• Knowledge and understanding of the aviation industry.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Canadian Air Navigation System and Air Traffic Management.
• Human Resources/Labour Relations skills are an asset.
• Ability to foster a climate conducive to an engaged workforce by promoting company values of respect, excellence, and service.
• Demonstrated ability of strong time management and judgement to prioritize multiple tasks of varying urgency.
• Ability to manage large, complex initiatives.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple deadlines and priorities.

How others Describe you:

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop an engaged team.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to manage large, complex initiatives and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and manage relationships with various internal and external stakeholders including Airport operators, Transport Canada Regional inspectors, customers and union representatives.
• Strategic and analytical thinking skills with the ability to make strong decisions that have a positive impact on service delivery.
• Good financial and budget management skills.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with demonstrated ability to collaborate and influence at various levels.

Working Conditions:

• This position is based in Montreal ACC and is classified as an onsite position. This position is not eligible for a flexible work arrangement.
• Occasional travel required.

NAV CANADA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. If you do not believe that you match every job requirement listed on this job posting, we still encourage you to apply. NAV CANADA encourages a culture of learning and growth, and recognizes that although some technical skills are mandatory, many others can be taught.

Our Company strives to create an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. If you require accommodations during this competition process, please ensure that you inform the interview coordinator or hiring manager of any accommodation measures you may require. NAV CANADA will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required.

The successful candidate must meet the security requirement of the position and be legally able to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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