Careers
The heart of aviation in the Waterloo Region
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Join the Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre, where aviation is our passion! We have grown since our beginning in 1932 from a flying club to now having partnerships with Conestoga College and the University of Waterloo to help students follow their dreams of becoming pilots.
We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Open Positions
Grow Through Aviation
We have multiple opportunities for Flight Instructors!
We offer high-quality instruction to students seeking a career in the aviation industry at various levels. Instructors not only teach in the aircraft, but also in the simulator and ground school classes. Instructors will be expected to teach lessons from PPL through to Multi-IFR, as per appropriate ratings and training, and to have some administrative responsibilities in addition to flight training.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Canadian Flight Instructor Rating
Preference will be given to applicants with some, or many of the following:
- Group 1 Instrument Rating
- Previous employment as a pilot
- Airline Transport Pilot License
- Mulit/IFR teaching experience
- Aviation Degree/Diploma
Pay: Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
Interested applicants may submit their cover letter and resume in a single document to careers@wwfc.ca.
WWFC is committed to diversity and inclusion, and thank all applicants in advance; however, we will be corresponding only with those selected for an interview. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process.
Do you enjoy working with a close team of supportive professionals? Do you want to give back to aviation by instructing the next generation of pilots? Do you want to work for an organization that emphasizes employee and student success? Are you entrepreneurial and have great leadership skills? If so, you should apply!
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Senior Instructor is an experienced, safety and service-oriented professional. You will be responsible for the delivery of a high-quality, efficient flight training program through the supervision, direction, and development of instructional personnel and flight training programs.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Contributes to the continuous improvement of WWFC’s flight training programs by:
- Leading or contributing to program enhancement or delivery projects, as assigned
- Acting as a flight training subject matter expert
- Evaluating the effectiveness of the training process, and developing and implementing training process improvement
- Demonstrating an action- and solution-oriented approach to providing direction, problem-solving or correction to ensure programs are delivered effectively.
- Upgrade training (Multi-Engine, IFR, FIR)
- Continuous improvement of MEIR Program and FIR program performance, including syllabus & training resource enhancement, process streamlining, and instructor training and development
Performs supervisory personnel management responsibilities for a team of instructors of any class, including:
- Coaching instructors regarding syllabus framework and lesson conduct
- Support instructor professional development and training activities, including monitoring flights or other training events
- Support student success through the identification of issues and the development of training remediation plans
- Upgrade, additional, remedial, and recurrent training for assigned flight instructors
- Conducts supervisory staff meetings
Facilitates the delivery of training programs by:
- Performing direct flight, ground, and simulator instruction
- Conducting competency-based assessments with a focus on finding and correcting root causes
- Conducts debrief of the evaluation/training flight for students and instructor, including, discussion on strengths and weaknesses, and recommendation(s) for improvement
Other
- Promotes a positive attitude towards learning and embracing new technologies.
- Evaluates the effectiveness of the training process and implement training process improvement
- Evaluates and recommend emerging training software technology and tools to support continued efficiency and improvements in departmental processes
- Demonstrates the Company mission, vision, and values statement, policies, and current standard business practices.
- Performs various other duties as required to meet organizational objectives.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree or College Diploma in Aviation Flight Management
- 5-10 years of relevant leadership experience
- 2-5 years of instructional delivery
- Class I or II Flight Instructor Rating
- Focus on service - identifies and anticipates customer requirements, expectations, and
- Strong leadership, team-building and managerial skills
- Well-developed communication, interpersonal, and conflict management skills are
- Aviation instruction is a highly specialized function that requires the instructor to have prior aircraft operating experience and the ability to hold creditability and the attention of the student/customer attendees
- Critical Skills: Proficiency with Micro Soft tools, ability to work in a team environment and support cultural diversity.
- Comparative salary based on Company pay scale commensurate with experience
- Excellent Benefits package
- Free onsite parking
- Paid time off
- Professional development
- Amazing work culture where you can learn and grow
WWFC is committed to diversity and inclusion, and thank all applicants in advance; however, we will be corresponding only with those selected for an interview. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process.
Note: This posting is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
WWFC is now accepting applications for one Summer Student who is enrolled at a post-secondary institution in the Aircraft Maintenance program.
Start as soon as May 27, 2024
Hourly Rate: $19.00
Seasonal employment Full time
Position Overview:
Aircraft Maintenance Student must have keen interest in aviation mechanic and will work directly with the Director of Maintenance.
In the role, you will…
- Develop your skills by performing and ensuring proper completion of all maintenance activities, with the support of experienced AMEs
- Ensure that all components installed on aircrafts are properly certified
- Report unserviceable maintenance equipment
- Carry out duties as per the appropriate maintenance manuals, maintenance, and quality control systems, while confirming with Transport Canada regulatory standards
- Adhere to the Safety Management System Policy and Procedures
- Complies with all applicable regulations such as Transport Canada, Occupational Health and Safety
- Keeps up to date records and documentation on aircraft, parts, procedures and personnel
- Complies with tool control
- Maintains a clean and organized work environment at all times
- Cleans and maneuvers aircraft as required
- Assist in all other related duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Must be enrolled in post-secondary Aircraft Maintenance Program
- Attention to detail, with good problem solve, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Experience on Piper twin, Cessna single engine, DA40 is considered an asset
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
- Must possess strong interpersonal, decision making, organization and communications skills
Apply to: Human Resources careers@wwfc.ca , Subject Line: Summer Student -AME
We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and thank all applicants in advance; however, we will be corresponding only with those selected for an interview. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process.
The Government of Canada funded this job through the Canada summer Jobs Program. You must be aged between 15 and 30 and be legally entitled to work in Canada. International students are not eligible.