AME Lead Hand- M, Licensed

3 weeks ago

Abbotsford, Canada Conair Aerial Firefighting Full time

Conair is the largest, privately owned, fixed-wing aerial firefighting company in the world, operating a fleet of 70 specialized aircraft to fight forest fires. We have been supporting government agencies around the globe for over 50 years, with a reputation of providing service excellence, making us an industry leader. We are aerospace engineering experts, creating 15 different airtanker types, converting hundreds of aircraft into airtankers. We are aviation maintenance experts, performing repair, maintenance and overhaul on our fleet. And we are operators, providing airtankers, crew and maintenance on contract over fire seasons to government agencies including Canada, the US, Australia and France. The culture at Conair is built on a teamwork, with a commitment to people, safety and service. We are proud of who we are, what we do and how we do it, protecting our world from wildfires.

We currently have an opening for a full-time permanent Induction Maintenance Lead Hand based in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada.

Reporting to the Induction Maintenance Crew Lead, the Induction Maintenance Lead Hand will be responsible for supervision and guidance of AME’s, personnel allocation, scheduling, able to work under varying supervision on aircraft undergoing conversion to Air Tankers, including heavy maintenance, troubleshooting and major component replacements. Able to operate independently and exercise good judgment.

In this role your duties will include the following: ·

  • Lead a team of AME’s in performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks on aircraft undergoing Air Tanker conversion;
  • Coordinate and prioritize maintenance activities to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of tasks;
  • Conduct thorough inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on aircraft systems, components, and structures;
  • Provide technical guidance, training, and support to maintenance technicians to enhance their skills and knowledge;
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, inspections, and repairs performed;
  • Collaborate with the Induction Maintenance Crew Leaders to develop maintenance schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans;
  • Ensure compliance with Conair policies & procedures and Transport Canada Requirements;
  • Participate in safety meetings, investigations, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence of issues.


We are looking for someone with:

  • Strong technical knowledge of aircraft systems, structures, and components;
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in aircraft maintenance, with demonstrated leadership capabilities;
  • Proficiency in interpreting technical manuals, drawings, and schematics;
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills;
  • Effective communication and interpersonal abilities;
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities;
  • Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement;
  • Ability to act with professionalism particularly in the face of opposition;
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure.

Training/Education:

  • Holder of Transport Canada Licenses M1 or M2;
  • Successful completion of an AME category M training course from a Transport Canada Approved Training Organization;
  • Q400 type training and experience considered an asset.


If you are qualified and interested in this position, please submit your resume to comework@conair.ca with Induction Maintenance Lead Hand in the subject line.

***Must be legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian citizenship or permanent residency)***

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