About the role

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprentice working on aviation maintenance tasks under licensed AME guidance. Contributing to national security in a fast-paced environment at Babcock.

Responsibilities

Work on CL Water Bomber and Commander 690 Aircraft in a hangar and on rotational deployment outside of Winnipeg throughout the summer fire season
Work efficiently alone and as part of a team to conduct scheduled maintenance tasks under the guidance of a licensed AME
Maintain, adjust, modify, test, diagnose, and repair an aircraft’s mechanical systems under the guidance of a licensed AME
Work with specialized aviation tools, computers and diagnostic equipment
Use the company reporting systems to keep timely and accurate records of labour and the repair and maintenance activities conducted
Carefully observe all company procedures, rules and regulations when performing any task and maintain a clean and productive work area
Be thoroughly familiar with, and use, safety procedures and safe work practices including the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for all tasks/jobs
Perform work in accordance with all Transport Canada guidelines
Other duties as assigned

Enrolment or eligible to enrol in an accredited AME apprentice program or graduate of Transport Canada accredited AME diploma program
Demonstrated experience working on Turbine Powered Aircraft
Good organizational skills
Proficiency in English, written and spoken
The physical ability to sit or crouch for extended periods
The physical ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods
The physical dexterity to allow working in confined spaces
The ability and willingness to travel and deploy outside of Winnipeg for 2-4 weeks at a time
The ability and willingness to work shift work
Have ability to work at heights
Be willing and able to travel for 4 weeks at a time
You are eligible for an Airport Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC), Airside Vehicle Operators Permit (AVOP) and ITAR/Controlled goods Clearance
Have or can obtain a Canadian passport
Hold a valid drivers license

100% employer-paid health and dental premiums
Our Wellness benefit promotes a work environment that supports healthy lifestyles and well-being
Our Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offers support and solutions for a wide range of life’s challenges
A Maternity/Parental Leave top-up payment is available for our colleagues as their family grows
Babcock Canada matches a portion of earnings towards our RRSP/DPSP program
Additionally, colleagues can contribute directly to a TFSA
Competitive annual vacation time off and additional time off during our holiday closure
A comprehensive colleague recognition program and bonus program
Training and support for professional development and professional membership dues