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About the Role

This position is responsible for the maintenance and support activities of Toronto Pearson International Airport’s Operating Certificate, reporting to the Manager, Aviation Regulatory Programs.

Responsibilities

• Create submission packages for Aeronautical Information Publications (AIPs) and for Modification of Standard / Exemption requests to Transport Canada.
• Review and monitor AIPs for accuracy and submit formal requests for changes.
• Perform development, maintenance, support, and submission activities for the Airport Operations Manual (AOM) and applicable appendices, including updates to the General Section and Parts 1-3.
• Implement, develop, maintain, and/or support existing and new program documentation.
• Conduct weekly regulatory reviews and provide summary reports on regulatory changes impacting Toronto Pearson.
• Review proposed regulation changes related to airports and report on their potential impact on airport operations or regulatory burden.
• Review Plans of Construction Operations packages for airside construction projects affecting AIP information.
• Conduct reviews and provide comments on engineering design drawings and Facility Alteration Permit (FAP) submissions.
• Complete Plan of Construction Operations (PCO) review for TC submission.
• Ensure completion and coordination of ICAO Type A and Obstacle Limitation Surface (OLS) surveys, interpreting data and submitting to Transport Canada.
• Conduct and document routine airfield inspections as part of the Airport Self Inspection Program against TP312, CARs, and GTAA standards.
• Conduct follow-up inspection activities related to corrective action plans.
• Conduct and document return-to-service inspections as part of the Airside Activity Program.
• Recommend return-to-service authorization or denial to day-of management.
• Assist the Manager, Operations Airside Groundside during irregular operations events to ensure compliance.
• Develop, prepare, and/or provide input into comprehensive reports, briefing notes, presentations, and other documents.
• Participate as co-chair in required committee, sub-committee, and other meetings in the absence of the Manager, Aviation Regulatory Programs.
• Provide support and direction to co-op students.

Requirements

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Airport Management, Aviation or another relevant program.
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience working with regulations in a highly regulated aviation operation environment.
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in airport operations or airline operations.
• Demonstrate experience working with highly technical Engineering or Architectural software including Microstation is an asset.
• Extensive experience in writing technical reports, regulatory presentations, operational plans and standard operating procedures.
• Experience working with Transport Canada, NAV CANADA, airport community partners and other industry agencies is an asset.
• Successful completion of a TP312 familiarization course, or willingness to complete upon appointment.
• Valid provincial ‘G’ class Drivers’ License required.
• Must possess a D/AVOP permit or be able to obtain within 30 days.
• Obtain and retain Transportation Security Clearance at the designated level for the position.

Skills

• Sound understanding of an airport operating environment with knowledge of aircraft, airline, and airport operating procedures and emergency procedures and applied knowledge of airfield/apron design.
• Knowledge of Aeronautics Act and Canadian Aviation Regulations, TP312, ICAO Annex 14, Air Traffic Management practices, GTAA airside standards and policies.
• Specialized knowledge of Pearson International Airport topography and layout of the aprons, taxiways and runways; runway combinations used by Air Traffic Control.
• Ability to learn and apply detailed knowledge of Toronto Pearson International Airport topography inclusive of apron gate adjacency rules; layout of the aprons, taxiways, and runways; runway/taxiway combinations used by Air Traffic Control and ability to keep current with changing rules, conditions and/or plans.
• Ability to maintain specialized knowledge of relevant acts, regulations, standards, recommended practices and procedures related to airports, aircraft and aircraft ground handling equipment (TP312), procedures for the Certification of Aerodromes as Airports (TP7775), and the types of aircraft and ground support equipment used at Toronto Pearson International Airport.
• Knowledge of the relationships and interactions of GTAA operational departments, Transport Canada, NAV Canada, government agencies, airlines and ground handlers.
• Specialized knowledge of airside activities and all related operating systems such as airfield lighting and signage, Visual Docking Guidance System (A-VDGS), ground service equipment, passenger boarding bridges, and GTAA future plans for development and/or emerging technologies.
• Knowledge of Safety Management Systems including GTAA specific Policies and Procedures, and Risk Assessment process.
• Ability to use sophisticated computer software such as MicroStation and AviPlan to input data, simulate airside changes/aircraft movement, and create technical drawings to depict measurements and operational impacts.
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to compile written documents, formal reports and presentations.
• Ability to develop, maintain and manage effective working relationships with members of other organizations, including the ability to liaise, both verbally and in writing, with Transport Canada, NavCanada, air carriers, senior GTAA management and other agencies.
• Ability to interact with tact and diplomacy with Transport Canada to influence and convince when discussing how the GTAA has interpreted the implications of regulatory changes.
• Ability to effectively interact, develop and manage strong relationships with members of other organizations and other GTAA departments to achieve a safe and efficient operation and ensure follow through of corrective actions.
• Strong communication skills for exchanging highly technical and operational information with internal and external partners and ensuring the GTAA’s application of regulatory changes is clearly articulated.
• Ability to write technical aeronautical related reports, operational plans and standard operating procedures based on interpreting and applying applicable legislation, regulations and best practices.
• Ability to effectively manage discussions that can be contentious to correct non-compliances or substandard workmanship.
• Ability to represent the GTAA in a professional manner at external forums and present on components of the regulatory programs, including the ability to answer technical questions and act as a Regulatory Subject Matter Expert.
• Ability to interpret, apply and provide subject matter expertise on legislation, regulations, process and procedures that impact the airside.
• Ability to analyze engineering designs and provide comments to ensure adherence to regulations and TP312 and good aircraft movement practices, providing recommendations.
• Ability to analyze operational situations and make decisions Including opening and closing runways to facilitate the safe movement of aircraft and optimize capacity.
• Ability to interpret and identify the impacts of Transport Canada’s proposed regulatory changes on the airport, develop solutions to deal with the impact of the changes, identify the challenges for the GTAA and be able to identify corrective measures to ensure Toronto Pearson remains compliant.
• Ability to use well-developed investigative skills, discretion and good judgment to identify causes of aviation occurrences and provide advice on corrective action to prevent reoccurrence.
• Ability to use a degree of judgement to interpret regulations and standards regarding gating of aircraft to ensure regulatory compliance as well as a safe and effective operation is maintained.
• Work requires walking to conduct inspections of airside activities on prepared and unprepared surfaces, bending down to take measurements and the ability to carry out airfield Inspections.
• Ability to maintain constant situational awareness to drive airside.
• Ability to deal with multiple demands at once by critically reviewing engineering drawings blueprints, topography and other maps and specialized computer simulation systems to identify errors and problem areas while being physically airside interacting with involved partners.

Location

• Toronto Pearson International Airport

Work Type

• Unionized
• Full-time

Experience Level

• Band 8

Education Level

• Post-secondary degree or diploma

Salary/Compensations

• $51.51 per hour based on a 37.5 hour work week

Benefits

• Retirement planning
• Comprehensive group health benefits
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Paid leave
• Education and training
• Recognition and rewards programs

About the Company

• The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) is a unique and dynamic place to work, with a bold plan to make Toronto Pearson, Canada’s leading global hub airport, a global leader in airport performance, customer care and sustainability.
• Together with our partners, approximately 2,100 GTAA employees are working to create a next-generation airport by innovating in all we do and striving for the most uplifting, safe and efficient experience for our passengers – all while championing the prosperity of our people, the community we call home, and our aviation partners.
• Join us on our journey together, as we put the joy back into travel and make Toronto Pearson the chosen place to fly and work.

Equal Opportunity

• The GTAA is committed to Employment Equity and maintaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.