Flight Operations Personnel

Matrix Camps and Logistics

10d•Onsite

About The Position

MATRIX AVIATION MANAGEMENT is a national company providing aviation management services to a diverse range of clients in the resource, service and private sectors. Matrix Aviation Management has more than 20 years of experience providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective aviation management services in some of the world’s most remote and challenging environments. MATRIX AVIATION MANAGEMENT is a drug and alcohol-free employer. MATRIX AVIATION MANAGEMENT is seeking experienced Flight Operations Personnel to ensure safe and efficient helicopter operations to support the needs of our client’s project. This is a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off or 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off rotational position with fully remote camp accommodations. Job Requirements: The Flight Operations Personnel schedules and oversees the movements of all field crews and facilities the transportation of required resupply, various freight and equipment to and from project site(s). To ensure the safety of all crews, the Flight Operations Personnel will provide consistent flight overwatch, while maintaining regular communications with aircrew and field crews. This role acts as central coordinating for general day-to-day operations utilizing helicopter support, as well as support in the case of an emergency. Flight Ops Personnel are housed at the project camp site and reports to MATRIX AVIATION MANAGEMENT Helicopters Operations Manager, who provides general direction and support.

Requirements

Demonstrated capability in organization skills and multitasking.
Strong computing skill; MS Office (Outlook, Word & Excel)
Experience in record keeping, tracking, planning and scheduling.
Excellent organizational and planning skills.
Organizational and problem-solving abilities.
Conﬂict resolution skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Highly motivated, team-oriented individual with attention to detail.
Ability to work on a rotation schedule.
Able to work and maintain a high level of performance during a 12-hour shift.
Ability to work in remote locations, with varying climates.

Nice To Haves

ROC-A Aviation Radio License (may obtain upon hire)
Experience working in a ﬂight, travel, or logistics for remote based operation, with preference given to those with experience in mining environment.
Post-Secondary Diploma in aviation, travel, transportation, business, or supply chain management.
Aviation industry experience an asset.
Mining and Exploration experience focusing on drilling, logistics, and remote operations experience an asset
Transportation of Dangerous Goods experience

Responsibilities

Coordinates and schedules helicopter operations support for a variety of programs including drilling, environmental, exploration, and tour programs. Facilitate the coordination of aircraft activities a focus on safe and efficient operations.
Aircraft radio operations – acts as a centralized communication point between ground crews and aircrews.
Ensure that all communication devices are charged and operational.
Provides specialty aviation activity updates to onsite aircrew (surface, air, blasting warnings and drone operation advisories).
Host daily toolbox meetings, ensuring good communication and daily field planning is facilitated between aircrew and ground personnel.
Maintain detailed data records of flight, personnel and cargo movements.
Work in co-operation with all ﬂight crews on constant basis throughout the operation.
Assign the aircraft according to the client needs in order to maximize the efficient use of all aircraft.
Knowledge of passenger and load capacities for a variety of helicopter types will be required.
Coordinate and monitor logistics of the movement of parts, supplies, materials, and personnel transported via aircraft from staging locations to remote site-based locations.
Ensure prompt receipt and delivery of equipment to and from contracted Operators.
Prepare and maintain various reports on the progress of ﬂight activity using manual and computerized systems.
Complete administrative support functions including creating and distributing daily, weekly and monthly reports at the direction of reporting Manager.
Audit daily flight records per aircraft to ensure accuracy in operations.
Daily aircraft fuel tracking and reconciliation by fuel location.
Track all personnel in remote areas.
Check-In times to be scheduled with all crews (check-in protocol may vary with projects but must be established).
To initiate and coordinate a search in the event of an “overdue” aircraft, or other emergency operations.
Aircraft tracking protocols must be followed per Operator(s) procedures.
Implement Emergency Protocols – if required.
Support site Emergency Response Plan (ERP).
Initiate medical evacuations as instructed by onsite Incident Command and Medical Care Professionals.
Under the direction of Matrix Aviation Management, work with onsite Management and Health and Safety supervisor(s) to facilitate and execute “mock Medevac” and other aviation training requirements.
Advise pertinent personnel of any operational concerns that may impact operation including operational delays, payload restrictions, equipment severability and ground support concerns.
Exercise and maintain joint responsibility with contracted Operators for operational control in all matters affecting safety of ﬂights.
Responsibilities may vary according to project requirements.