Project Manager 1 - Aircraft Operations - Various locations

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Project Manager 1 - Aircraft Operations - Various locations

Number of positions: 1 Job Location: Coquitlam Office

Employment type: Permanent Region: Lower Mainland

Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk) Flexible Work Role: Hybrid

Annual salary: $ 107,000.00 - 135,300.00

What you'll do

- Supports key aircraft operations department (AOD) functions and provides aviation-related technical and safety advice to

various internal and external parties, supporting the aircraft operations program mandate to direct and oversee

management of aircraft related risks across BC Hydro.

- Provides support to key aircraft operations functions, consults with internal and external parties on aviation-related job

planning considerations and BC Hydro aviation work procedure requirements and advises on aircraft operations processes.

- Teamwork, collaboration across business lines and delivering results are essential elements to be successful in this role.

- As Part of a team, provides rotational coverage of the AOD ‘Flight Desk’ in direct support of BC Hydro’s ‘Flight Approval

Process’. Administers the pre-approval of flight bookings and performs flight risk assessments, flight approvals and flight

activity coordination for daily flight operations involving charter helicopters, fixed wing aircraft and drones.

- Rotational coverage of the ‘flight desk’ requires the candidate to be available for after-hours stand-by coverage and work

on weekends and holidays. Candidates may also be required to be available for shift work.

- Acts as a project manager for low risk, medium impact/ complexity projects or as a task manager for higher risk/ impact/

complexity projects to improve the effectiveness or efficiency of the department or the aircraft operations program and

supporting documents.

- Exercises independent judgment in analysis and problem solving on highly complex and medium scope problems; uses

defensible approach in resolving problems where guidelines may not exist.

- Coordinates work and provides instruction and technical guidance; reviews work in progress and assesses completed

work for accuracy, required results and quality assurance.

What you bring

- Minimum of 2 years experience planning, overseeing or performing helicopter operations (aircrew, operations support or

management)

OR

- Minimum 2 years experience in drone operations to include thorough understanding of CARs RPAS regulations and

minimum of 2 years as Advanced Drone Certificated pilot with experience using drones in support of industrial applications

(some of this experience may be offset by formal RPAS post-secondary education)

- High school diploma or equivalent

- Working knowledge of rotary-wing aircraft, fixed wing aircraft, RPAS (drone) Canadian Aviation Regulations, WorkSafe BC

Occupational Health and Safety Regulations related to aircraft operations.

- Proficiency in using Nav Canada’s Aviation Weather Web Site (AWWS) and interpreting available meteorological products

such as Graphical Forecast Area (GFA), METAR/TAF, and others.

- Understanding of the principles and value of Aviation Safety Management Systems.

- The ability to think independently and apply good judgment and problem-solving skills.

- Proven self-starter; able to produce results while working independently or as part of a team.

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to interact effectively.

- Well-organized individual with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.

- Advanced English skills for professional environment, written and spoken.

- Business-level proficiency in the following Microsoft Office & Adobe applications is required: - Microsoft Word (Advanced-

level proficiency required) - Microsoft Outlook (Intermediate-level proficiency required) - Microsoft Excel (Basic-level

proficiency required) - Microsoft PowerPoint (Basic-level proficiency required) - Adobe Acrobat DC (Beginner-level

proficiency required) The candidate may be assessed on their overall level of computer proficiency prior to being selected.

Experience with Microsoft SharePoint is considered an asset.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience as Operations Manager, Base Manager, Quality Assurance Manager, Chief Pilot, Training Pilot, Safety

Management System (SMS) Manager or Safety officer.

- Working knowledge of commercial helicopter operators certified under 702 ‘Aerial Work’ or 703 ‘Air Taxi’.

- Familiarity with Utility Aviation industry best practices.

- Commercial Rotary Wing Pilot’s License with 5 years’ general aviation experience flying for a commercial helicopter

service provider certified under 702 ‘Aerial Work’ or 703 ‘Air Taxi’. Electric utility flight operations experience is preferred.

- Commercial Fixed Wing Pilot’s License with 5 years’ general aviation experience flying for a commercial fixed wing service

provider.

- RPAS (drone) Basic or Advanced Pilot Certificate

- Knowledge of drones/remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS) and applicable CARs Part IX — Remotely Piloted Aircraft

Systems

- Knowledge of physical and electrical hazards associated with performing utility flight operations in and around the Power

System and its associated infrastructure. This knowledge to include a basic understanding of the identification of circuit

voltages and various system componentry.

- Proven project management knowledge, experience and skills with Project Management Professional (PMP®) designation

and/or courses in project management.

- Bachelor’s degree, or greater.

What we offer

- A comprehensive benefits package

- A minimum of 15 paid vacation days

- A lifetime pension

- Flexible work model, depending on your role type

- Training and development courses

For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.

What else you should know

- The headquarters of the position can be Coquitlam and other locations in BC depending on operational needs and subject

to space availability.

- Please note a condition of employment for this role is to maintain your Class 5 Driver's License in good standing.

- Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada, V3H 3P2

- Please be advised that this role has been assessed as safety sensitive and pre-qualification alcohol and drug testing will

be required as a pre-condition to employment.

Before you apply, please confirm you meet BC Hydro’s time in role requirement. M&P employees must meet the time in role

requirement specified in their most recent offer letter. For MoveUP and IBEW employees, the current time in role as

outlined in the Collective Agreements will apply.

Don't forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your certifications. If applicable,

include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application without

any delays.

Date Posted: 2025-12-11 Closing Date: 2026-01-30

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