General Manager, Program Deployment

CANADIAN AIR TRANSPORT SECURITY AUTHORITY • Ottawa, ON

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) has 1 (one) exciting indeterminate opportunity within the Technology branch at the CATSA Headquarters. This position represents an opportunity for career-driven individuals seeking a position within an organization that inspires growth and promotes excellence to make a difference and contribute to CATSA’s unique culture as it strives to excel in air transport security. CATSA is a world leader in aviation security, mandated to protect the public by delivering security screening operations at 89 designated airports across Canada. As a Crown corporation, CATSA is accountable to Parliament through the Minister of Transport. We champion innovation and creativity and offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace where employees can be their true selves and take pride in being part of a mission that matters. If you are a motivated professional seeking a position within a multifunctional and collaborative environment and you are looking for the next great adventure, CATSA is the place for you!

Requirements

• Degree from a recognized university in a speciality relevant to the duties of the position.
• A minimum of ten (10) years progressive experience in a deployment role.
• A minimum of five (5) years of management experience, including managing a team and providing leadership in a technical field.
• Experience in managing large-scale deployment projects, including project design, development, and implementation.
• Experience negotiating and tracking equipment procurement contracts, maintenance, and operational agreements.
• Experience in financial controls (budgets).
• Strong leadership and motivational skills.
• Ability to impact and influence others.
• Ability to think analytically and make sound judgments.
• Ability to work effectively under time constraints.
• Effective communication skills both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and stress and adapt to changing priorities.
• Innovation.
• Sound judgement.
• Relationship Building.
• Flexibility and Adaptability.
• Teamwork.
• Ability to travel as required
• Language Profile: CBCC
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
• Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

Nice To Haves

• Professional engineering degree or PMP.
• Knowledge of CATSA's mandate and priorities, as well as an awareness of relevant legislation impacting CATSA.
• Experience working with screening technologies.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, directives and guidelines, including those specific to Crown Corporations.
• Experience in the air transportation or security industry.

Responsibilities

• Managing and coordinating the equipment logistics and deployment programs for screening equipment at airports across Canada.
• Ensuring that sound management practices are in place for activities and process for equipment logistics and deployment activities.
• Performing all other duties and responsibilities related to the position as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager