The Hydro-Québec Division of Air Inuit provides year-round air transportation services for employees traveling to major Hydro-Québec sites located in the Saguenay, Abitibi, Côte-Nord, and James Bay regions.
The division currently operates a fleet of four aircraft, consisting of two Dash 8 Q400s and two Dash 8-300s. In 2026, these aircraft will be replaced by a modern fleet of ATR72-600s, reflecting our commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Our employees are dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and efficient air transportation services while maintaining the highest standards in the aviation industry.
Position Summary
Maintenance Control Technician
(Under the supervision of the Maintenance Coordinator)
The Maintenance Control Technician supports fleet maintenance planning, monitoring, and control activities. The incumbent ensures the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of technical records, assists in the follow-up of maintenance activities, and contributes to compliance with Transport Canada regulations and company procedures. The position works closely with the Maintenance, Planning, and Quality Assurance departments to ensure the continued airworthiness, reliability, and safety of the aircraft fleet.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Assist the Maintenance Coordinator in organizing and coordinating technical work to be performed on aircraft.
- Assist the Maintenance Coordinator in preparing work related to airworthiness directives, modifications, repairs, service bulletins, engineering orders, and other continuing airworthiness requirements.
- Support technical preparation activities and the updating of maintenance forecasts, reports, and operational documentation.
- Monitor recurring technical issues, evaluate root causes, and participate in the implementation of corrective actions to ensure fleet reliability.
- Participate in audits and inspections by ensuring maintenance records are accurate, complete, and readily accessible.
- Support the Quality Assurance department during audits and inspections.
- Review and process aircraft maintenance documentation to ensure records are complete, accurate, and up to date.
- Participate in updating and maintaining records related to aircraft, engines, propellers, and components within the electronic maintenance tracking system.
- Perform quality control reviews of maintenance records to ensure inspections, repairs, modifications, and component replacements are properly documented in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Review journey logs, technical records, work packages, and other maintenance documents to verify accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
- Monitor maintenance documentation and report any discrepancies or non-conformities to the Technical Records and Maintenance Support Supervisor.
- Provide technical records and required documentation to the Maintenance, Quality Assurance, and Planning departments, as well as regulatory authorities, as required.
- Perform any other related duties assigned by the immediate supervisor or required to support maintenance operations and departmental activities.
Qualifications
- Hold a valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) licence issued by Transport Canada.
- Possess excellent knowledge of aircraft maintenance practices, maintenance documentation, technical records management, and continuing airworthiness requirements.
- Be able to interpret maintenance records, journey logs, technical records, maintenance release certifications, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, engineering orders, and other applicable regulatory documentation.
- Experience within a technical records, maintenance, maintenance planning, or quality assurance department is considered an asset.
- Possess knowledge of computerized maintenance tracking systems and aircraft maintenance records management processes.
- Be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and other computerized document management systems.
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately in a dynamic environment.
- Possess excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
- Be capable of working independently and effectively managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Possess good knowledge of Transport Canada regulations and continuing airworthiness requirements.
- Be able to obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC).
Compensation
- Compensation and benefits are established in accordance with company policies.
Air Inuit Benefits At a Glance
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP);
- Comprehensive group insurance plan (life, medical, dental, short-term disability, and long-term disability);
- Three (3) weeks of vacation (6% vacation pay);
- Telemedicine program for employees and eligible family members;
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP);
- Travel privileges and discounts with Air Inuit and several partner airlines;
- Retirement allowance program;
- Various innovative programs, including exclusive corporate discounts and performance-based compensation.
APPLICATION
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We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Air Inuit is proud to promote a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to fair employment practices and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Air Inuit subscribes to employment equity and particularly encourages women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities to apply.
