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About the Role

This role is responsible for the coordination of airside activities including movement areas, aerial devices, and Remote Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) to ensure safe and efficient airport flow while mitigating operational risk. The Specialist assists in maintaining the Transport Canada operating Airport Certificate through the execution of the Airside Activity Program, gate and taxi lane restrictions, and aircraft stand mix.

Responsibilities

Participate in planning and coordination sessions for the annual capital construction program.
Assess, develop, and coordinate plans for the airside construction program with internal and external partners.
Coordinate all airside activities related to planned construction, maintenance, and special events via the Airside Activity Program (AAP).
Support day-of staff with airside coordination activities and emergency closure requirements.
Generate Notices-to-Airmen (NOTAMs) and Voice NOTAMs (VNs) as required.
Monitor Airside Coordination, Crane, and RPAS inboxes.
Assess airside coordination, Crane and RPAS requests for operational and system impacts.
Develop and issue airside activity permits utilizing the MAXIMO (RMAX) software.
Chair the weekly Airside Activity Coordination meeting and distribute minutes.
Develop materials and assist in chairing the Monthly Airline Coordination Meeting.
Support projects through all phases, including reviews of design and phasing drawings, and monitoring project process.
Conduct technical assessments and prepare drawings using CAD/Microstation software.
Review and approve crane permit applications.
Plan, modify, and update aircraft stands and apron taxi lanes.
Design ad hoc parking plans and assess ad hoc non-standard aircraft movements.
Develop the Plan of Construction Operations (PCO) document and Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP) for Capital Rehabilitation Projects.
Implement and operate the Airside Activity Program daily.
Write and interpret NOTAMS.
Write technical aeronautical related reports, operational plans and standard operating procedures.
Develop and deliver training programs for internal and external partners.
Analyze operational situations and make decisions, including opening and closing runways.
Conduct meetings to provide updates on all coordination activities.

Requirements

Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in airport operations or airline operations.
Experience in Apron Advisory, Air Traffic Control (ATC), Flight Service Specialist (FSS), Flight Dispatch or flying experience is a distinct asset.
Experience with civil construction activities, or any airside technical related activities is a distinct asset.
Valid Provincial G Class Driver’s License.
Must possess a D/AVOP permit or be able to obtain within 30 days.
Must possess an Aeronautical Radio License.
Post-secondary diploma or degree in Aviation, Engineering, or Business, or 10 years of equivalent experience.
Project Management Professional designation is an asset.
Obtain and retain Transportation Security Clearance.

Skills

Interpret, apply and provide domain expertise on regulations and processes impacting the airside, including Aeronautics Act and CARS, TP312 certification standards, ICAO Annexes, GTAA airside guidelines and policies, NAV Canada practices, low visibility practices, and surface movement guidance and control system development.
Understanding of architectural and civil planning and design activities.
Awareness of aircraft planning and characteristics manual.
Knowledge of procurement process and ability to participate in bid proposal reviews.
Knowledge of construction activities and processes.
Knowledge of Project Management activities including the life cycle of a project.
Interpret and develop project schedules in MS Project or equivalent.
Solid understanding of gate design, Gate mix charts, adjacency rules, and stop line placards.
Knowledge of investigative and inspection techniques methodology.
Functional knowledge of partner emergency and operational procedures.
Functional knowledge of airside activities and related operating systems.
Reviewing complex drawings and using applied airport operational knowledge to mitigate safety or operational concerns.
Provide phasing and sequencing drawings inclusive of developing solutions, procedures, practices and operational restrictions.
Demonstrate operational flows and constraints to optimize the balance between construction activities.
Knowledge of Safety Management Systems including GTAA specific Policies and Procedures.
Learn and apply detailed knowledge of Toronto Pearson International Airport topography.
Applied knowledge of the operating characteristics, dimensions, capacities and turning radius of aircraft.
Applied knowledge of the Airside Activity Program including GTAA specific roles and policies.
Interpret and adapt various GTAA programs, systems and methods.
Knowledge and understanding of relationships across internal and external partner processes and activities.
Proficient in the applications of Computer Assisted Drafting (CAD) (e.g. Autocad or Microstation).
Learn about drone operations including components of a drone, theory of flight, drone use, modes of operation, and applicable regulations.
Applied knowledge of airfield/apron design.

Location

Toronto Pearson

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Band 8
Minimum of ten (10) years of experience

Education Level

Post-secondary diploma or degree in Aviation, Engineering, or Business

Salary/Compensations

$53.06 per hour

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.