Iqaluit
Reference number:
15-506221
Type of employment:
Indeterminate
Union Status:
Excluded
Salary:
$107,718 to $122,265
Northern Allowance:
$15,016
Subsidized staff housing available
Closing Date:
Friday, June 4, 2021 – 11:59pm
This is a Position of Trust and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required.
This employment opportunity is open to all applicants.
The Iqaluit International Airport is the single largest piece of infrastructure in Nunavut and is critical to the well-being of the territory. The Iqaluit International Airport Improvement Project (IIAIP) is the first Public Private Partnership (P3) agreement undertaken by the Government of Nunavut (GN). The Project Agreement governing the IIAIP included an initial four-year construction phase as well as the current 30-year operations and maintenance phase, and is the most complex commercial agreement ever entered into by the GN.
Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister of Transportation, the Manager, Iqaluit Airport Operations acts on behalf of the Government of Nunavut (GN) as the GN Representative named in the Project Agreement to ensure that the Private Partner lives up to their contractual obligations, and that the Iqaluit Airport continues to serve the best interests of Nunavummiut. This position keeps a close and continuous management of the IIAIP Project Agreement, planning and managing other airport related initiatives and improvements, providing expert advice to the GN, and participating in development of policies regarding airports and other transportation services in Nunavut. This position has a support staff of two (2) specialists: Revenue & Contracts Officer and Iqaluit Airport Compliance Officer.
This position is responsible for oversight and monitoring of all operation and maintenance activities, regulatory compliance, reporting requirements and service levels delivered by Project Co under the terms of the IIAIP Project Agreement. The Manager, Airport Operations serves as the GN’s principle representative on all matters pertaining to operation and maintenance of the Iqaluit Airport. In addition, the position is responsible for exploring and undertaking initiatives outside the Project Agreement which may include additional improved infrastructure, commercial development of airport lands, services, or operations at the Iqaluit Airport. As a senior advisor in matters of aviation and other modes of transportation, the Manager, Iqaluit Airport Operations will be expected to play a key role in advising senior government officials and developing policy to benefit transportation and economic development activities in Nunavut. All Inuit Societal values will be respected by the incumbent.
The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a recognized university Degree in Aviation Management, Aviation Operations, Engineering, Law, Business or other related field. A minimum of six (6) years’ experience in Airport Operations is required with three (3) years supervisory experience. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. Knowledge of project management, land management, lease management, tenant relations, negotiation, and dispute resolution are also required.
The official languages of Nunavut are Inuktitut, Inuinnaqtun, English, and French. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages is considered an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit would also be considered an asset.
Equivalencies that consist of an acceptable combination of education and experience may be considered.
An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies
If you are interested in applying for this job, please email your cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Please include the REFERENCE # in the subject line of your email.
The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a more representative workforce so it can better understand and serve the needs of Nunavummiut. Priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit. Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Nunavut Priority Hiring Policy.
Employment in some positions requires an acceptable criminal record check. Possession of a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify candidates from further consideration.
Applicants may submit their resume in the Official Language of their choice.
Eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.
Job descriptions may be obtained by fax, email or on the website.
Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Contact:
Department of Human Resources (Iqaluit)
Government of Nunavut
P.O. Box 1000, Station 430 Iqaluit, Nunavut X0A 0H0
Phone: 867-975-6222
Toll Free: 1-888-668-9993
Fax: 867-975-6220
Email: [email protected]
www.gov.nu.ca/public-jobs
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