The Prince Rupert Airport Authority is a not-for-profit authority that operates the Prince Rupert Airport and is seeking a dynamic leader to assume overall responsibility for airport operations, the management and marketing of Airport lands, facilities and services. The authority will also consider proposals from airport management firms.
Under the direction of the Board of Directors, the Airport Manager is responsible for the safe and secure operation and maintenance of the Prince Rupert Airport. Primary responsibilities include:
Direct supervision, scheduling and training of airport staff;
Administration of the collective agreement;
Management of airfield operations, emergency planning, facility and equipment maintenance, an aircraft refueling dealership and other operations as required;
Budgeting and financial management;
Marketing, customer and community relations; and
Business and commercial development initiatives.
The Airport Manager will work closely with the Authority Board in preparing strategic plans for the future growth and development of Airport lands and facilities, managing tenant agreements and liaising with federal regulatory agencies, airline staff, general aviation groups, local government bodies and other interested groups.
The successful candidate will have several years of direct airport management and operations experience, and a thorough knowledge of airport operating standards, regulations and practices. Additional key requirements will include: a strong sense of self-motivation, well developed oral and written communication skills, be computer literate, have project management skills, the ability to formulate and manage capital and operating budgets and a developed sense of personal responsibility and accountability.
Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Please submit your resume and covering letter marked *Personal & Confidential* no later than August 15th, 2017, to the attention of:
Email: yprairport@gmail.com
