Director of Maintenance

Air Partners Corp. / AircraftWorks Ltd. • Calgary, AB

22d • Onsite

About The Position

AircraftWorks Ltd is an Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO) primarily supporting the maintenance needs of Air Partners Corp. with bases in Calgary and Edmonton. The Director of Maintenance reports to the VP of Maintenance and is expected to bring proven senior maintenance leadership experience, strong regulatory knowledge, and the technical credibility required to lead a multi-aircraft AMO. The role involves acting as the company's primary Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) liaison for all AMO-related correspondence, approvals, audits, and findings, ensuring the AMO operates in full compliance with CARs, approved manuals, existing and emerging regulatory requirements, and company policies. The company currently services various aircraft types including Falcon 2000EX, Challenger 604/605, Citation X/V/Ultra/Excel, Hawker 800XP, Lear 75, Gulfstream 150, and King Air 350i.

Requirements

• Valid TCCA M2 licence with minimum of 10 years aviation maintenance experience.
• 5+ years in a supervisory role.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Ability to hold a restricted area pass (RAIC).
• Valid passport, ability to travel worldwide.
• Right to work in Canada.

Nice To Haves

• Type endorsement on one or more of the aircraft listed on our AMO.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Company’s primary Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) liaison for all AMO‑related correspondence, approvals, audits, and findings.
• Ensure the AMO operates in full compliance with CARs, approved manuals, existing and emerging regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Develop, approve, and track Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) in response to internal audits, external audits, and SMS findings.
• Ensure timely resolution of recurring defects through root‑cause analysis and documented corrective action.
• Provide strategic direction, policy, and oversight for aircraft maintenance, parts, materials, tooling, and support equipment.
• Maintain oversight of daily maintenance execution through team leads, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company policy and regulatory standards.
• Ensure proper deferral, rectification, and release of aircraft are carried out in accordance with approved procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor maintenance workmanship quality and compliance with manufacturer instructions and industry standards; initiate corrective action as required.
• Recruit, mentor, and retain AMO personnel, including succession planning for supervisory and key technical roles.
• Approve shift schedules, PTO, overtime, and manage the vacation bidding process for hangar staff.
• Conduct or oversee performance evaluations for maintenance personnel.
• Establish, maintain, and continuously improve a maintenance personnel training program, including initial, recurrent, and regulatory training.
• Ensure all maintenance personnel are competent, authorized, and current for the tasks they perform.
• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health & Safety requirements, including WHMIS, First Aid, MSDS/SDS, and safe work practices.
• Champion the Safety Management System (SMS) within the AMO, promoting proactive hazard reporting and continuous improvement.
• Ensure technical publications and controlled manuals are current, accessible, and used correctly by maintenance staff.
• Review AMO invoicing, including labour and parts billing, for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Review AME revenue and non‑revenue billing rates and provide coaching to improve efficiency and cost control.
• Review and implement new technologies or processes that enhance safety, reliability, and company economics.
• Participate in the preparation and management of the maintenance department budget to ensure adequate resources and cost control.

Benefits

• RRSP/TFSA matching program that begins at 10% and increases to as much as 19% (9.5% + 9.5%) with time in service.
• AircraftWorks subsidizes the cost of health benefits by 90% and our package includes extended health care, flexible drug plan, dental and vision benefits, long-term disability and life insurance.
• Health spending account that can be used for a broad range of items. Based on time in service up to $1500/year.
• Personal spending account, tied to time in service. The personal spending account can be used for a variety of health, physical fitness, or well-being related, including your portion of RRSP/TFSA contributions! Monthly accrual is based on time in service up to $1800/year.
• Professional development program that will reimburse you for up to 1000.00/yr. for approved training. Examples include MS office, leadership programs, change management certificates.
• A broad range of paid time off in addition to your vacation days that includes Birthdays off, 10 personal days/year, 4 volunteer days.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed