Inspection Team Lead
Job in
Calgary, Alberta, T3S, Canada
Listing for:
Sunwest Aviation
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: INSPECTION TEAM LEAD
INSPECTION TEAM LEAD (. #:)
Sunwest Aviation Ltd. is the leading Western Canadian operator of jet and turboprop charter aircraft. Our fleet consists of a wide variety of jets, turboprops and piston aircraft. Based on fleet diversity, Sunwest is able to offer excellent opportunity for advancement. With over twenty-five years of safe operation, we have established a solid reputation in the aviation industry. Operating from a modern facility in Calgary, our aircraft are available for charter to thousands of destinations not served by scheduled airlines.
We currently have an opportunity available for an INSPECTION TEAM LEAD. Reporting to the PRODUCTION MANAGER, this position is responsible for performing the duties and responsibilities which include, but are not limited to, the following:
Type of Employment:Full-time
Location:Calgary
Position Shift:8 on 6 off day shift
Salary/Hourly:$34.85-$41.88
Competition Deadline: Date Posted:Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for planning and management of aircraft inspection projects. Supervising and assigning maintenance crews with the tasks to be completed, while providing sound maintenance to Sunwest and customer aircraft fleet.
Personal responsibility to workplace safety and active involvement with team members ensuring use of safe work practices.
Adhere to the safety accountabilities as per Sunwest’s Safety Management System manual.
Thorough familiarity with safety requirements and practice safe work habits.
Active involvement with the Hazardous Information Tracking System.
Aircraft return to service in accordance with (IAW) Sunwest policy manuals and CARs.Inspection Team Lead providing oversight and maintaining control of aircraft inspection projects while supervising engineers and apprentices on specific duties as assigned.Aircraft return to service in accordance with (IAW) Sunwest policy manuals and CARs.Inspection Team Lead providing oversight and maintaining control of aircraft inspection projects while supervising engineers and apprentices on specific duties as assigned.Review assigned maintenance and liaise with the Production Manager regarding the scheduling and coordination of maintenance tasks to ensure that they are completed within the time allotted in the Maintenance Schedule Approval as stated in the MCM (AD’s, SB’s, Inspections, Modifications, Overhauls, Project Maintenance, etc.).Ensure adequate resources are available for each scheduled project.Instruct maintenance crews on the tasks to be completed and ensure that the maintenance personnel have the required knowledge to complete the tasks assigned.Communicate with Production Manager and assigned Aircraft Certification Authority on the inspection status and tasks at hand during the shift.Inspect, investigate, and ensure that all work carried out follows current MPM, MCM, CAR’s and Approved Maintenance Schedules.Monitor and assure that the procedures and maintenance practices being carried out are done in a manner consistent with the company safety policy.Ensure defects have been rectified correctly to prevent reoccurrence.Aid with dual inspections and other aircraft inspections as required.Mentor, coach and teach Aircraft Maintenance Engineers, apprentice, and other entry level personnel.Demonstrate professionalism and respect in the workplace.Inspect and test aircraft systems to ensure they are in proper working order.Diagnose malfunctions or other problems in the aircraft or in mechanical components or systems including engines, hydraulic systems, flight control systems and fuel systems as per technical manuals, engineering drawings or blueprints.Disassemble aircraft systems and remove defective components.Assemble and/or install replacement parts, components, and structures, as per technical manuals, engineering drawings or blueprints.Record problems and the action taken to rectify them, maintaining an accurate record of the maintenance history of the aircraft.Work away from base to support aircraft rescue or inspection as required.Liaise with vendor/ technical support teams regarding engineering/ repair data procurement and implementation.Technical records and other maintenance…
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