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Northern Stations Agent – XSI

Department: Northern Division
Posted: January 10, 2023
Deadline: March 16, 2023

Our Company

Established in 1960, Perimeter Aviation LP is a diversified company that is a subsidiary of the Exchange Income Corporation which has recently grown through the merger with Bearskin Airlines. With more than 750 employees, we operate a fleet of 40+ aircraft including the Metro 2, 3, 23, Merlin and Dash 8 aircraft. We are based in Winnipeg and Thompson, Manitoba as well as Sioux Lookout and Thunder Bay, Ontario. We provide scheduled passenger and freight services to Northern Manitoba and Northern Ontario, 24/7 North American charter services, Medical evacuation services and a full-service maintenance facility including design engineering, NDT, and Garrett turbine engine services.

We are a Canadian company, proudly building a diverse workforce that is driven by a shared sense of community, customer service and a dedication to safety. We’re fostering a culture where our employees will feel proud of the work they do and the company they work for. We seek employees with a positive attitude in providing excellent service to the communities in our network.

Position Summary

The Northern Stations Agent is responsible for carrying out various daily duties at the station.

The Northern Stations Agent’s duties include performing tasks related to aircraft loading/unloading and ensuring that there is constant communication with Flight Crew personnel and other ground personnel. The Northern Stations Agent is responsible for helping with office work, check-in, cargo, ramp/de-icing, fuelling where applicable and other duties as delegated.

The Northern Stations Agent is a member of the overall Northern Stations Operation.

This is a permanent part-time position located in South Indian Lake, MB (XSI)

Personal Characteristics

  • Highly flexible with the ability to respond quickly in a dynamic environment.
  • Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
  • Good communication and time management skills.
  • Exhibit initiative, responsibility and flexibility, with demonstrated interpersonal skills allowing one to adapt in a diverse and fast-paced working environment.
  • Ability to problem-solve by offering suggestions of ways to perform tasks better.
  • Proactive, self-motivated and work well with others.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

  • Maintain safety and security of the ramp at all times.
  • Monitor customer safety during boarding and deplaning and assist customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
  • Assist with checking in passengers.
  • Accept cargo shipments and write-up airway bills/release freight to customers.
  • Marshall aircraft on the ramp (includes directing, assisting and parking all arriving and departing aircraft).
  • Operate motorized equipment (where available) requiring high degree of control and skill.
  • Ensure that office equipment is in proper working condition, e.g. computers, fax machines, debit machines, radios, etc.
  • Fuel all aircraft (where applicable).
  • Perform physically-demanding tasks effectively using the safest and most efficient methods possible.
  • Observe safe ground handling procedures and maintenance of ground handling equipment, including the performance of equipment checks.
  • Adhere to and operate within safety policies, procedures and practices, attending requisite safety training.
  • Provide courteous, prompt, accurate and careful handling of customer baggage, airfreight (continuous lifting, loading/unloading, sorting and transfer of baggage and freight).
  • Assist Flight Crew with off-loads including seat packs.
  • Provide positive teamwork and ongoing support to the overall station, working closely with and having constant communications with Flight Crew personnel, and other station staff.
  • Provide assistance in ramp set-up and storage of equipment and baggage.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Manager.

Education and Experience

  • Customer Service experience.
  • Knowledge of Amelia computer system preferred.
  • Basic understanding of mathematics.
  • Where motorized equipment is available, must possess valid driver’s license.
  • Indigenous Awareness and/or Cultural Diversity training.

Working Conditions

  • Comfortable working outdoors, various shifts and at a fast pace in order to meet service level requirements of the airline.
  • In good general health and able to lift and bend, carrying loads of up to 50lbs.
  • Some travel required.
  • Safety equipment where required, e.g. hearing protection, safety vest and company ID.

How to Apply

Perimeter Aviation’s hiring policy is to recruit and select the best applicant for employment solely on the basis of their qualifications for the position. Perimeter Aviation LP does not discriminate against applicants based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability or a conviction for which a pardon has been granted.

To apply for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume to [email protected]

We thank all candidates for their interest in the position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis which may result in an earlier application deadline.

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