Company Description

Canadian Helicopters is a helicopter transportation service, maintenance support and flight training company. In business since 1947, Canadian Helicopters is Canada's largest helicopter operator with over 20 locations across the country and a fleet of nearly 100 single and multi-engine aircrafts.

Job Description

Job Summary: The Aviation Safety and Quality Assurance Inspector is responsible for ensuring organizational compliance with applicable Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs), company-approved maintenance procedures, and client contractual requirements. This role supports continuous improvement through systematic internal audits, inspections, and proactive risk identification, contributing to a robust Safety Management System (SMS) and aviation Quality Assurance (QA) framework.

This position may require periodic travel to operational sites to conduct audits or represent the Safety & Quality Assurance Department during external inspections and regulatory audits.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct comprehensive internal audits and evaluations of maintenance, operational, and safety systems, in alignment with Transport Canada CARs Subpart 573, 706, and associated standards.
- Responsible to the Safety and Quality Assurance Manager.
- Ensure compliance with the company’s Maintenance Policy Manual (MPM), Maintenance Control Manual (MCM), Quality Assurance Program, and SMS framework.
- Document audit findings, generate technical reports, and ensure timely follow-up on corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Liaise with base managers, technical personnel, and regulatory authorities to promote safety and quality best practices.




- Support investigation and root cause analysis of safety and quality issues, non-conformities, and internal occurrences.
- Actively contribute to the development and continuous enhancement of QA and SMS processes, procedures, and training programs.
- Maintain a high standard of impartiality, confidentiality, and technical integrity during all QA/SMS activities.

Qualifications

- Hold, or have held, a valid Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) License, or a foreign equivalent, for a period of not less than two (2) years; or
- Hold, or have held, the Canadian military equivalent (Level A or Level C) to a TC AME License for a period of not less than two (2) years; or
- Have, for a period of not less than two (2) years, been employed in an Aircraft maintenance or quality assurance role with a Transport Canada-approved AMO, air operator, flight training unit, or military/foreign equivalent.

Additional Qualifications

- Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance, Aerospace Engineering Technology, or related field (minimum: community college level or equivalent).
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in the civil or military aviation industry.
- Familiarity with SMS principles, QA methodologies, and root cause analysis tools (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, HFACS) is considered a significant asset.
- Knowledge of Human Factors,



Continuing Airworthiness, and ICAO Annex 19 principles is an advantage.
- Background in Aircraft Maintenance mandatory.
- Have knowledge of CAR’s and Aircraft Maintenance programs and requirements.
- Experience in AMP (Aircraft Maintenance program) management and/or Aircraft Reliability program is considered an asset.
- Proficiency in written and verbal technical communication (internal and external reporting).
- Demonstrated integrity, impartiality, and objectivity in safety/QA functions.
- Proficient in MS Office applications and adaptable to digital QA systems.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and multitasking skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in the field or remote settings.

Additional Information

Location: Les Cèdres

Status: Permanent, full-time

Remuneration: Market-competitive salary according to experience

Working for Canadian Helicopters means:

- A unique opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic environment full of opportunities;
- Work with passionate, committed people who like to surpass themselves;
- Be part of an organizational culture based on fundamental principles;
- Having an employer of choice offering competitive working conditions.

We offer a flexible benefits program including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, life insurance, short and long term disability insurance and a pension fund plan.

EEO Statement

Canadian Helicopters Limited is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and visible mi

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