Fatigue Risk Management Program Specialist in Toronto

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Reporting to the Senior Manager - Fatigue Risk Management Program, the Fatigue Risk Management Program Specialist is responsible for the strategic oversight, management, and coordination of the Flight Operations Fatigue Risk Management Program, in accordance with regulatory (Transport Canada) and industry (International Civil Aviation Organization [ICAO]/International Air Transport Association [IATA]) requirements and recommended practices.

The person occupying this position is responsible for the daily processing of fatigue reports and data relevant to the fatigue risk management program. This person ensures the proper processing of fatigue reports, fatigue events, and fatigue surveys, as well as the preparation of other documents, as needed, concerning the fatigue risk management program.

They act as a Flight Operations expert regarding the fatigue risk management program and, in collaboration with Flight Operations management, play a leadership role regarding the coordination of fatigue reports and fatigue events. The holder of this position is responsible for processing all fatigue reports and fatigue events for the department and helps maintain the quarterly meetings of the Fatigue and Safety Action Group and other related meetings, as directed by the department head, to ensure that fatigue risk concerns are presented and addressed in accordance with Fatigue Risk Management System (FRMS) protocols.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure all fatigue reports and fatigue events are reviewed and accepted within five business days, as much as possible.
• Ensure all fatigue reports are finalized within the timelines indicated in the Fatigue Risk Management Manual, ideally within 30 business days of receipt, as much as possible.
• Establish appropriate links and support structures with Flight Operations, Corporate Safety, Crew Planning, and Crew Scheduling to ensure proper follow-up on fatigue reports.
• Lead, manage, and conduct activities necessary to identify and analyze fatigue hazards and latent risks, and investigate these risks and hazards.
• Manage the activities necessary to perform an appropriate risk assessment concerning fatigue reports and fatigue events.
• Manage a process to officially monitor and track corrective actions and subsequent performance resulting from safety issues and investigations.
• Coordinate and support fatigue studies as well as fatigue-related data collection activities, including participant coordination, study management, and analysis of study results.
• Regularly report to Flight Operations regarding fatigue issues, trends, and reports, as needed.
• Provide formal presentations on fatigue risks to Fleet Management heads and training sessions, as needed.
• Provide well-written, research-supported professional documents addressing fatigue risk issues and concerns for publication in professional journals and for awareness.

Qualifications:

• College or university diploma in a related field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Qualification in fatigue risk management systems (must be obtained within one year of hire).
• Training in human factors and root cause analysis (must be completed within 24 months of hire).
• At least five years of operational experience in the commercial aviation sector within a Canadian air operator governed by CAR Subpart 705, or equivalent.
• Experience in the air transport industry and in-depth knowledge of daily operating procedures of an air carrier and an airport.

Employment Conditions: Candidates must be eligible to work in the country concerned at the time a job offer is presented and are responsible for obtaining work permits, visas, or other necessary authorizations.

Diversity and Inclusion: Air Canada is resolutely committed to diversity and inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible, and rewarding work environment that showcases the unique contribution of our employees to the success of our enterprise.