Trainer, Technical Operations

Porter Airlines Inc.•Toronto, ON

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Supervisor, Training, this position supports Porter’s Approved Maintenance Organization by performing functions related to the Technical Operations Training Program and Approved Training Organization.

Requirements

A college diploma in aircraft maintenance from a Transport Canada approved educational facility
Holder of an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) licence
A minimum of five years’ experience working within an Approved Maintenance Organization
Highly knowledgeable of the DHC-8-Q400 as well as Approved Maintenance Organization and Air Operator processes, and possess the ability to present their subject in an effective manner
Excellent working knowledge of the Canadian Aviation Regulations with particular regard to CAR 573.06 and 706.12 including all associated standards
Proficient computer skills with the ability to generate published documents
Ability to work independently and as part of a cohesive unit
Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced work environment
Proven leadership skills with the ability to foster learning
Superior written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail
Proven ability to quickly learn and understand complex topics
Ability to secure and maintain restricted airport security clearance
Must maintain a valid passport and be able to travel when required

Nice To Haves

DHC-8-Q400 endorsement preferred
Embraer experience an asset, E190 family
experience working within a leadership capacity an asset (e.g. Maintenance Operations Coordinator, Lead Aircraft Certification Authority, etc.)
Experience in learning and adult learning facilitation is an asset
Experience working with technology to improve user experience: design, user-interface, and help refine content and create visuals and diagrams for technical support content

Responsibilities

Deliver theoretical and practical type endorsement training for the Embraer ERJ 190-400, E195-E2
Deliver theoretical and practical type endorsement training for the DeHavilland DHC-8-400
Research and develop technical ATA course modules for the Embraer ERJ 190-400, E195-E2 and DeHavilland DHC-8-400 in support of Porter’s Approved Training Organization
Write user-friendly course syllabus and detailed Instructor notes to ensure presentation continuity between all Instructors
Create written exams for type endorsement training based on the requirements contained with the Canadian Aviation Regulations, Standard 566
Develop aircraft technical familiarization courses for internal delivery and delivery to third party MROs
Develop, coordinate, instruct and assess initial, recurrent, upgrade and additional training programs to Technical Operations personnel. With focus on the line maintenance team, including base engineers, ACAs, AMEs and apprentices in YTZ, YYZ and at out stations
Assist with the development and maintenance of the Technical Operations Training Control Manual (TCM)
Assist with the maintenance of training records for line maintenance personnel and the administration of the Learning Management System (LMS) courses and material
Develop online aircraft technical training to ensure compliance with requirements set out in the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs)
Ongoing training development in areas such as AME/ACA/Lead/MOC upgrades, Aircraft Maintenance Documentation training, aircraft system maintenance and troubleshooting, line maintenance operations, etc.
Promote current policies and procedures defined in the Maintenance Policy and Maintenance Control Manuals and incorporated Detailed Procedures Documents
Revise existing procedures and generate new processes to enhance safety, knowledge and efficiencies
Participate in regular departmental meetings
Actively participate in Porter’s Safety Management System (SMS) including, reporting hazards and incidents encountered in daily operations; understand, comply and promote the Company Safety Policy