Facilities and Fleet Assistant

Sunwest Aviation Ltd. is the leading Western Canadian operator of jet and turboprop charter aircraft. Our jet fleet consists of 17 aircraft: 1 Falcon 900EX, 1 Challenger 604, 2 Hawker 800A, 2 Gulfstream 150, 2 Lear 55, 4 Lear 45, 2 Lear 35; 1 Citation V Ultra (C560) and 2 Citation Sovereign (C680). We also have a fleet of 23 turboprop/piston aircraft including: 5 Beech 1900D, 4 Metro 23, 2 Metro II, 4 King Air B200, 1 King Air B350, 2 Cessna C208, 1 Cessna C208B, and 4 Piper Chieftain. Based on our fleet diversity, Sunwest is able to offer excellent opportunity for advancement. With over twenty years of safe operation, we have established a solid reputation in the aviation industry. Operating from a mod-ern 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 Facilities and Fleet Assistant. Reporting to the Facilities Manager, this position is responsible for performing the duties and responsibili-ties which include, but are not limited to, the following:

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Facility & Fleet Assistant supports the Facility& Fleet Manager in overseeing the operation, maintenance, and safety of a large commercial aviation facility that includes hangars, aircraft ramps, parking areas, and supporting infrastructure. This role provides day-to-day supervisory support, ensures compliance with operational standards, and serves as a liaison between tenants, contractors, and internal teams to maintain smooth facility operations.

• Fully embrace and follow the vision, mission, and values of Sunwest Aviation (SA)
• Adhere to SA’s code of conduct, policies, and procedures
• Adhere to applicable regulations & standards, both external & internal
• Contribute to the harmony across the company stakeholders (Customers-Employees-Shareholders), corporate image while providing confidential administrative support and assistance.
• Provide polite and professional interaction, both external & internal
• Contribute to a positive company culture and work environment
• Be part of the collective achievement of corporate objectives, metrics, and published Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Ensure all tasks are aligned with Leadership and the Strategy, including ensuring each team member is focused on the correct task-level (Leadership, Strategy, Tactics, Operations).
• Handle all restricted and confidential information with utmost informational security – Confidentiality & Non-Disclosure agreement included within this job description
• With professionalism and conformance to business etiquette, be an ambassador of SA
• Ensure correspondence conforms with business writing etiquette and standards
• Utilize the preferred communication medium(s) of those you are working with (i.e. phone, email, approved apps, etc.), offering communication improvements as needed
• Accurate & timely processing of tasks and communications
• Proactively identify areas of assistance, cost savings, optimization, offering the best solutions
• Anticipate workflow, prioritize and follow through on tasks to completion
• Quality checking of work before release

  Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE)

  Be aware of the FFA role within SA’s Q-HSSE (Quality, Health, Safety, Security, Environment) program, including how hazards are identified, reported, and mitigated

• Be part of the collective achievement of SA’s Safety Performance Indicators (SPIs)
• Monitor adherence to safety procedures, security requirements, and environmental policies.
• Support emergency preparedness drills and incident response coordination.
• Perform hangar inspections, safety walks, FOD walks, etc.
• Report safety hazards or incidents promptly and ensure corrective actions are implemented as defined by Facility Manager and / or Director of Safety
• Assist with maintaining building safety and security systems.
• Conduct proactive safety checks of equipment & work area prior to work commencement.

• Facility Operational Support

  Assist the Facility Manager in daily oversight of hangars, ramps, and parking facilities.  This includes:

  • parking lot walkabout to ensure no issue with garbage, vehicle leaks/vandalism, lot damage, electrical plugs, etc.
  • snow removal, ensuring all walkways, lots, ramps are clear of snow and ice.
  • Ensuring propane tanks and other gases and fluids are at sufficient levels
  • Ensuring the Facilities Manager is informed of defects and when supplies need to be ordered
  • Conduct routine inspections to identify maintenance needs, hazards, or compliance concerns.
  • Supervise custodial, groundskeeping, and basic maintenance activities.
  • Responsible for facilities related shipping & receiving = acceptance, unpacking, distribution, packing, shipping, tracking, etc., e.g., stationary, commissary, consumables such as fluids, etc.
  • Monitor and assist third-party services, including landscaping, security, and repair contractors, ensuring compliance with standards and requirements.
  • Act as an on-site liaison during contractor activities, escalating issues to the Facility Manager when required.

    Maintenance & Repairs

  • Perform minor repairs and routine maintenance on facility infrastructure under the direction of the Facility Manager.
  • Maintain, program, and repair watering systems and related infrastructure.
  • Support preventive and corrective maintenance programs by maintaining accurate logs and ensuring timely completion of work orders.
  • Keep the Facility Manager informed of defects and initiate supply requests when necessary.
  • Ensure equipment & tools are properly maintained, including hangar spill kits
  • Assist with record keeping, tracking, and retention of manuals/documents for the facility, equipment, and tools.
  • Act as a point of contact for tenants and escalate facility concerns as appropriate.
  • Assist with events & functions, both internal & external, inclusive of film industry events, etc.
  • Assist Vehicle Maintenance Technician with servicing vehicles and ground service equipment, i.e., servicing events that require two people. (when required)
  • Assist with vehicle, equipment, supplies, & parts drop-off/pick-up, as it relates to fleet vehicles, ground service equipment, commissary, and facility. (when required)
  • Assist Ramp with VIP car movement, parking, and washing (when required).
  • Assist Ramp with baggage room operations, which includes liaising with ramp and customer service agents (when required).
  • Other duties as assigned by the Facilities Manager, such as garbage removal, recycling, cleaning hangar floors and all common areas, etc.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Facilities Manager

The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications and competen-cies. In addition personality profiling will be required of all candidates granted an interview for this position.

Qualifications, Experience and Competencies:

Educational Qualifications & Credentials

• Completion of High School Diploma = Required;
• AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate relevant to this job description, e.g., heavy equipment operator, and/or relevant trade for repairs = Required;
• Additional vocational or technical training is an asset
• WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) certification.
• Fall Protection certification.
• First Aid / CPR certification.
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) awareness
• Other as defined by company safety program

Professional Expertise

• 3 years relevant experience in facilities and fleet
• Basic knowledge of carpentry, drywall, painting, electrical, plumbing, etc. is an asset
• Good mechanical aptitude
• Valid Driver’s licence and clean abstract is required
• Forklift and Manlift certificate an asset
• Skid steer and front-end loader experience an asset
• Heavy equipment operator certificate or endorsement required for snow removal
• Substance abuse screening is required as per our Safety Management System

Competencies

• Positive and proactive attitude that is focused on solutions and delivery of results
• Excellent trouble shooting and problem-solving abilities
• Sound decision making skills
• Able to handle multiple tasks calmly and work under pressure
• Good communication and interpersonal service skills
• Strong organizational skills to ensure tasks are prioritized and accomplished in a timely and safe manner.

Physical Demands

• Indoor and Outdoor Environment, Lifting, Walking, Driving company vehicles and heavy equipment

 

Term of Employment: Full-time

Location: Calgary

Position Shift: various shifts as needed

Competition Deadline: 2026-11-15

Date Posted: 2026-10-15

Sunwest offers a competitive, performance-based salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including dental, extended health, life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, an Employee & Family Assistance Program, and Group RRSP plan matching. Offering a safe, diverse and innovative environment, Sunwest is respected for integrity and is committed to taking care of our customers, our employ-ees, our partners and our community.

Sunwest Aviation is committed to employment equity and will consider the qualifications, education, knowledge and experi-ence of all candidates. We encourage all candidates to apply and the most qualified candidate will be offered the position.

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