Training Centre Coordinator

AirPro SAR Services is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented **Training Centre Coordinator** to join our team in Comox, British Columbia, Canada.

**AirPro** is a joint venture between **Airbus Defence and Space** and **PAL Aerospace**, fully dedicated to the successful operation of Canada’s Fixed Wing Search and Rescue Aircraft Replacement (FWSAR) programme. We provide comprehensive support across engineering, logistics, maintenance, training, IT systems, infrastructure, and material support throughout the product life cycle.

This role plays a pivotal part in supporting the FWSAR program by ensuring seamless alignment of training requirements for the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) on the CC-295 aircraft. As the **Training Centre Coordinator**, you will manage and coordinate data integration and software entries for training activities from various internal and external sources, ensuring everything is organized efficiently into final products or activities. In addition, you will handle logistics tasks essential to the smooth delivery of the Training Solution.

Success in this role requires a strong understanding of scheduling and logistics software, as well as internal procedures, enabling you to effectively contribute to the program’s ongoing success.

**Duties and Responsibilities**:
**Training Operations Coordination and Scheduling**:

- Support the Training Centre Operations Team Leader in aligning training delivery with the approved Integrated Master Schedule by Canada.
- Coordinate and schedule weekly FWSAR training activities, proactively identifying and resolving potential conflicts to optimize efficiency and enhance the client experience.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for customer inquiries related to training delivery, escalating complex issues to the Training Centre Operations Team Leader as necessary.
- Adjust and update schedules for customers, instructors, and resources to accommodate evolving needs and changing conditions.
- Use internal scheduling software to manage all scheduling tasks, promptly notifying the Training Centre Operations Team Leader of any conflicts impacting training delivery.
- Provide scheduling and coordination support to the Training Development Working Group, ensuring all timelines and resource needs are met.

**Logistics and Equipment Management**:

- Track and maintain inventory of parts, consumables, tools, and Ground Support Equipment (GSE) to ensure availability.
- Oversee essential maintenance and compliance of tools and GSE, arranging repairs or replacements as needed.

**Administrative Support**:

- Assist the Course Coordinator with various administrative tasks as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support smooth Training Centre operations.

**Qualifications**:

- A minimum of 3 years' experience in administrative or logistics support roles.
- A bachelor's degree or post-secondary diploma in a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Familiarity with logistics and booking processes used in professional training environments is an asset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Office Suite and strong computer skills.
- Excellent data gathering, analysis, and report preparation abilities.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Ability to perform under pressure and adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
- Capable of working independently with mínimal supervision.
- Flexibility to adjust working hours to meet the demands of the FWSAR program.
- Fluency in French is considered a strong asset.

**What we offer**:

- Competitive Salary
- Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
- Personal travel privileges with PAL and interline agreements with other airlines.
- Employee Tuition Assistance Program.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program.

It’s a rare opportunity to contribute hands-on to a critical program of this magnitude. We recognize the responsibility we hold in supporting life-saving operations in Canada, and we are looking for like-minded team members to help us make an impact.

AirPro

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person