Take Your Career to New Heights with Flair Airlines
We’re here to make air travel affordable for everyone, and we’re looking for talented individuals who want to help us continue changing the industry for the better. As Canada’s most reliable airline, we're all about offering real value. As we continue to expand our network, increase flight frequencies, and introduce more services, we’re looking for passionate team members to help us in our mission to make air travel accessible for everyone. We know who we are, and we’re confident in our approach.
Your Team:
Join Flair’s Maintenance team, where safe, reliable, and compliant maintenance operations support aircraft availability across the network. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Maintenance Operations, the Manager, Line Maintenance East is responsible for the leadership, management, and oversight of Flair’s line maintenance stations and contracted maintenance providers throughout the eastern network. This role ensures the safe, efficient, and compliant execution of scheduled and unscheduled line maintenance activities.
The Manager, Line Maintenance East, is responsible for short-term maintenance planning to ensure aircraft, equipment, spare parts, and manpower are available to support operational requirements. Working closely with internal stakeholders and maintenance partners, the role supports operational reliability, regulatory compliance, and effective maintenance support across the network.
A Day in the Life:
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Ensure all AMO operations are carried out in accordance with Flair Airlines’ Maintenance Policy Manual (MPM), Maintenance Control Manual (MCM), and applicable safety requirements.
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Oversee the daily operation of the Line Maintenance function in coordination with FLE Short-Term Planning and the Maintenance Control Centre (MCC).
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Coordinate with Line Maintenance station providers to ensure appropriate staffing levels are in place to support the Air Operator Certificate (AOC) and to evaluate performance against operational and maintenance requirements.
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Manage Flair’s AMO line maintenance stations, including the hiring of AMEs, development of shift rosters, and maintenance of staffing levels that support operational requirements and cost targets.
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Work closely with the Training department to support new hires onboarding and ensure required AME training is completed.
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Manage third-party maintenance providers, ensuring compliance with SGHA contract service levels, Flair processes, and timely resolution of non-conformities.
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Conduct base visits to outstations as required to ensure operational standards, compliance, and performance expectations are maintained.
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Make recommendations regarding tooling and parts requirements across the network to support effective line maintenance operations.
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Recommend changes to line maintenance procedures to improve operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.
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Collaborate with the Vice President, Maintenance and Senior Manager, Maintenance Operations to develop and monitor the Line Maintenance budget.
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Support the development of Line Maintenance KPI reports for management review and communicate performance concerns or noteworthy issues to senior leadership.
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Participate in daily defect meetings and provide informed updates on completed and outstanding maintenance tasks.
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Serve as a key point of contact for managing timelines related to aircraft defect clearance.
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Support aircraft on ground (AOG) recovery efforts as required.
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Coordinate with Material Supply Chain to ensure appropriate inventory is maintained at each base.
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Participate in monthly KPI review meetings and Technical Reliability meetings.
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Work with the Maintenance Control Manager to prepare delay post-mortem reports for review during delay meetings.
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Promote the use of the Safety Management System (SMS) and ensure hazards are reported in accordance with company procedures.
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Promote and uphold the Flair Aviation Safety Policy Statement.
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Ensure Flair facilities and equipment are maintained to a high standard, including conducting routine internal audits of offices, vehicles, tools, and related resources.
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Perform other duties as assigned by the Vice President, Maintenance (PRM).
What You Bring to the Role:
The preferred candidate should exemplify Flair's core values: honesty, efficiency, accountability, and respect, while demonstrating success in previous roles. Additionally, we are seeking individuals who possess:
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Education:
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Valid Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) M2 licence is required.
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Boeing 737 NG and/or MAX endorsement is considered a strong asset.
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Experience:
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Minimum of six (6) to ten (10) years of line maintenance experience is required.
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Minimum of two (2) to five (5) years of leadership or supervisory experience is required.
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Experience setting up new line maintenance stations is required.
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Previous experience managing third-party maintenance providers is preferred.
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Experience coordinating short-term maintenance planning activities, including manpower, tooling, spares, and aircraft support requirements, is preferred.
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Experience overseeing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities in an operational airline environment is required.
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Experience working closely with Maintenance Control, Supply Chain, and operational stakeholders to support aircraft serviceability and defect resolution is preferred.
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Experience participating in budget planning, KPI monitoring, and performance reporting is considered an asset.
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Skills & Abilities:
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Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage teams, provide direction, and support performance improvement.
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Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to respond effectively in a dynamic operational environment.
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Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
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Ability to build effective working relationships with internal teams, third-party providers, and operational stakeholders.
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Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities across stations.
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Ability to lead in a fast-paced operational environment while maintaining focus on safety, compliance, and serviceability.
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Strong understanding of line maintenance operations and the ability to support both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance requirements.
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Ability to assess operational issues, prioritize tasks, and coordinate resources to support timely maintenance execution.
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Proven ability to monitor performance, identify gaps, and implement practical solutions to improve efficiency and compliance.
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Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including Maintenance Control, Supply Chain, Training, and station leadership.
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Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, company policies, and maintenance standards as they relate to line maintenance operations.
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Ability to coach and develop team members while fostering accountability and a positive safety culture.
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Requirements:
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Clear criminal record check and satisfactory employment references.
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Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC)
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Must be legally eligible to work in Canada without restriction.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
At Flair, we prioritize our teams by cultivating a supportive, collaborative work environment filled with opportunities for growth. Investing in our people is at the heart of what we do because your success fuels our collective achievements. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where leaders thrive, innovation flourishes, and every team member feels valued and empowered.
From the moment you join us, you’ll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being—because when you’re at your best, so are we. This benefits package includes:
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Comprehensive Salary– A salary that reflects your experience and contributions.
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Comprehensive Benefits – Competitive medical and dental coverage, disability insurance, life insurance, and an employee & family assistance program.
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Retirement Savings – A pension plan with employer-matched contributions.
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Unlimited Travel Perks – Enjoy free and discounted flights for you and your travel companions.
If you’re ready to join a team that’s bold, innovative, and fun, we want to hear from you!
Your Career, Your Journey—Join Flair!
If you’re ready to embark on this exciting journey with Flair Airlines, please submit your resume through the job posting and answer a few questions about your experience and suitability for the role. We look forward to reviewing your application.
Apply by: July 15, 2026
At Flair, we’re committed to building an inclusive, equal, and accessible workplace that welcomes diverse talent. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you need accommodation during the selection process, just let us know.
We thank all applicants for their interest in Flair; however, only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted.
Website: flyflair.com
