Senior Manager- Aviation

Senior Manager - Aviation (Permanent) Location: Vancouver, BC Expected Salary: $127,930 to $159,913 Babcock considers a variety of factors including the successful candidate’s skills and experience and internal equity for the final salary. The final base salary offer is at the company’s sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package. What You Do Here Matters In a complex world marked by the threat of war, natural disasters, and geopolitical instability, national security has never been more important. Babcock is an international defence company providing support and product solutions to enhance our customers’ defence capabilities and critical assets. Our Canadian team combines talent and expertise with deep global knowledge and experience from operations in the United Kingdom, Europe, Australasia and Africa. Babcock’s Aviation sector ensures that the aircrew trainees of our partner nations receive the world’s best flying training. We deliver vital aerial emergency services and are proud to have been selected by the Government of Manitoba to deliver wildfire suppression services, and we deliver aircraft maintenance and facility support to Rotary‑Wing air ambulance services across British Columbia. Working for us, you’ll help ensure that Canada’s critical services and assets are readily available, reliable, and capable for our defence and civil customers and contribute to Babcock’s Purpose: "Creating a safe and secure world, together." Be Part of Something Big Babcock is a people business. Our people and customers matter most to us. Here you will experience a challenging and rewarding work environment with the support you need to deliver and thrive in your career alongside inclusive teams you respect that value your skills and dedication. Babcock Principles Be Curious – we challenge the status quo and ask "how might we?" Think: Outcomes – we measure success by the results we deliver and the positive impact we make Be Kind – we are kind to ourselves, each other, and the planet. Collaborate – Babcock is greater than the sum of its parts. Be Courageous – we are brave, ambitious, and determined. Own and Deliver – everybody has a part to play in Babcock and our customers’ success. Our people are at the heart of creating a safe and secure world. We offer a collection of programs and benefits designed to support their well‑being. Health & Well‑being 100% employer‑paid health and dental premiums Wellness benefit promotes a healthy workplace Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) supports life challenges Maternity/Parental Leave top‑up payments for growing families Planning for the Future Babcock Canada matches a portion of earnings toward our RRSP/DPSP program, and colleagues can contribute directly to a TFSA Flexibility in How We Work Agile workplace options Compressed work schedule options Competitive annual vacation and additional time off during holidays Growth and Recognition Comprehensive colleague recognition and bonus program Training and professional development support and membership dues In this role you will Report directly to the Director of Aviation for Babcock Canada Inc. Provide leadership and direction to a team of aviation professionals in line with Babcock’s six principles and model behavior expected across our business. Anticipate, plan, and manage maintenance and operations as well as program needs for a fleet of 7 AW169s. Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness to ensure alignment with business needs. Provide timely, accurate, and comprehensive reporting to all levels of the business to support sound decisions and risk mitigation. Develop and hold senior customer, industry and community partner relationships across the aviation sector. Assume P&L responsibility for the BC Aviation business and ensure safe and successful contract performance. Work effectively with peers across Babcock’s global network to embed best practices, technology solutions and enhanced service offerings supporting aviation growth. Provide expertise to support business development in solution development. Other duties as assigned. The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of progressive experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. University degree or equivalent professional qualification. Experience in fixed or rotary‑wing operational environments, preferably air‑ambulance operations. Evidence of building a high‑performing, safety‑focused culture with high engagement. Experience managing safe, complex operational delivery in related areas. Experience developing and maintaining long‑term relationships with public and private sector customers at a senior level. Experience coordinating cross‑functional teams, ensuring alignment on shared goals. Experience managing relationships with senior stakeholders. Strong working knowledge of Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs). Demonstrated performance excellence, especially financial results. Strong commercial understanding of risk and contract management. Eligible for a Canadian Secret Security and ITAR Clearance. Babcock is committed to promoting a workforce without boundaries. We welcome everyone’s contributions regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and more. If you require accommodation during recruitment, let us know how we can assist. Babcock Canada acknowledges that the land on which we operate is the unceded territory of Indigenous Peoples. We are grateful to work, live, and play as guests on these lands and are committed to building meaningful relationships with Indigenous Peoples. To apply, visit https://www.babcockinternational.com/careers/ #J-18808-Ljbffr