Site Lead - Cold Lake

L3HHCM20

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Manager (Site Lead – Cold Lake) will serve as the Senior Representative for all L3Harris MAS Operations at 4 Wing Cold Lake, reporting to the Senior Manager, Operations (CF-18 Fleet Manager) in Mirabel. This role is responsible for supporting the CF-18 Fleet to meet the operational needs of the Department of National Defence (DND) client. The Site Lead will direct the work of L3Harris MAS supervisors, technical professionals, and technicians assigned to CF-18 maintenance in Cold Lake. Additionally, the Site Lead will ensure subcontractor performance and adherence to Material Management engagements for the new CF-18 contract and hold the authority of delegate SMM (Senior Maintenance Manager) for airworthiness maintenance for all CF-18 operations.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows Operating environment.
Knowledge of SAP
Knowledge of different problem-solving methods (e.g., 8D)
Continuous improvement knowledge and experience (concepts, methodology)
Project management knowledge and experience
Knowledge of environmental, occupational health and safety legislation and policies
Adaptability, interpersonal skills, strong customer service skills
Planning, organizing and managing priorities
In-depth knowledge of airworthiness legislation and policies
Excellent teamwork, collaboration, communication and interpersonal skills
Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada “Reliability” status and Level 2 (Secret) security clearance.
Must be eligible to meet the requirements for U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Nice To Haves

BA in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Mechanical Engineering combined with nine (9) years operations management experience or Graduated degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Mechanical Engineering combined with seven (7) years’ experience in operations management.
Experience in quality control or relevant experience.
Bilingual (English and French) with strong oral and written communication skills in both languages.

Responsibilities

Support 1st and 2nd line maintenance activities and workshops at 4 Wing Cold Lake to meet operational needs and ensure the number of aircraft "available" to the operational community is maintained IAW the new CF-18 contract.
Serve as the main on-site point of contact (POC), liaising with DND representatives including the Wing SAMA, SAMEOs, CAE and ArcField.
Coordinate and ensure the availability of all Primary Air Vehicle (PAV) parts necessary to maintain CF-18 aircraft in a state of readiness at 4 Wing Cold Lake including deployment locations, in coordination with ArcField.
Identify and assess issues / constraints / risks that could lead to delays in the execution of Cold Lake’s responsibilities within the new CF-18 contract.
Coordinate the new CF-18 contract between Mirabel, the sub-contractors, CAE, ArcField and the customer.
Advise the Operations Management and the Program Office on priority setting (manpower, deliveries, risks, etc.) in collaboration with the Fleet Manager and the Master Planner.
Focus on continuous improvement to processes, systems, solutions or products to increase business performance, potentially developing new concepts or proposing new standards to meet all aspects of the new CF-18 contract.
Communicate, collaborate, establish and maintain professional and courteous relationships with the Programs group, the client (DND), the various L3Harris representatives and ArcField.
Generate Production Reports as required by the new CF-18 contract.
Carry out regularly scheduled meetings with Supervisors and Team Leads and conduct quarterly Team meetings.
Provide guidance for the Site Environmental, Health & Safety Committee and follow-up on recommendations and accident investigations.
Replace supervisors and department heads as required.
Serve as the main POC for all Human Resource issues, liaising with the HR Business Partner (HRBP) in Mirabel, including maintaining and updating the Site Succession Plan.
Coordinate the hiring process with the HRBP and Talent Acquisition, including drafting employee requisitions, conducting interviews, carrying out new hire indoctrination, and managing the probation period.
Produce all annual and semi-annual Performance Evaluations of direct reports and review the evaluations for all members of the Team.
Provide global strategy and technical solutions as required for all operational aspects of the business while maintaining and influencing innovation and Continuous Improvement.
Provide a comprehensive strategy and technical solutions based on the operational needs and challenges associated with the new CF-18 contract.
Represent Cold Lake Operations in various meetings within L3Harris MAS, as well as with the customer to provide operational solutions and their degree of feasibility.
Serve as POC to manage and coordinate all Special Projects assigned by Mirabel to Cold Lake.