Observer / Communicator -Umiujaq Job at Kativik Regional Government
Kativik Regional Government Kuujjuaq, QC
The Kativik Regional Government (KRG), a supra municipal body with jurisdiction over the territory
located north of the 55th parallel, is now looking for a self-motivated and dynamic individual interested
in joining the KRG to work in the capacity of:
Observer / Communicator
Under the supervision of the Coordinator of Airport Operations and Maintenance, the Observer
/Communicator (O/C) works in a Community Airport Radio Station (CARS) located at the Airport of a
Northern Village. They provide the community with aviation support through radio communication,
weather observing and reporting, and by following various operational directives and procedures to
ensure the operational integrity of the airport and its various systems. O/C duties include but are not
limited to:
- Append automated HWOS hourly weather data with manual weather observations which are
- Communicate with pilots and vehicle operators, to give information on local weather conditions, air
- Inspect and report on movement area surface condition through a computerized reporting
- Perform daily, weekly and monthly inspection reports on the serviceability of various airport
- Compile daily statistics on aircraft movements;
- Complete on as required basis reports for the following airport programs: Safety Management
Systems, Wildlife activity, Emergency Response, security incident; operational irregularities,
incidents and accidents;
- Assist the airport maintainer in the receiving process of supplies and materials at the airport for
- As the local representative of KRG Transport, ensure the overall operational integrity of the airport
The selected candidate must:
- Be willing to work on a rotating shift schedule 7 consecutive days, on/off
- Work days are 10 hours per day with stand-by after-hours and occasional overtime (to cover
- Have at least a Secondary 3 diploma (grade 9);
- Have good judgment, planning and problem solving skills;
- Have the ability to work long hours alone at times with remote supervision;
- Demonstrate a high standard of dependability, reliability and safety;
- Have an excellent attendance record;
- Written and oral working knowledge of at least two (2) of the following languages: Inuktitut,
- Obtain a valid Restricted Radio Operator’s License from Industry Canada;
- Have a very good knowledge of computers and basic office software: Word, Excel, Outlook;
- Be able to perform mathematical functions;
- Possess good hearing and eyesight according to Transport Canada standards;
- Possess a valid provincial or territorial driver’s license and successfully pass the Airside Vehicle
- Be available to attend and pass an 11-week (5 days/week, consecutive) training course in Fort
Smith, Nunavut followed by a site certification of 1-2 weeks at the designated airport with an
authorized trainer-evaluator.
- Undergo a site certification at the designated airport, with an authorized trainer-evaluator.
Place of work: Umiujaq
Salary: Min.: $40 959 yearly – Max. $67 844 yearly (E-6)
Other benefits: Cost of living differential: minimum of $10 033/year
Food allowance: minimum of $2 726/year
Annual leave trips: minimum of three
Simplified Pension Plan: 6% employer, 4% employee
Group insurance
Vacation: 20 days/year
Statutory holidays: 20 days
Please send your résumé to:
Kativik Regional Government
P.O. Box 9
Kuujjuaq QC J0M 1C0
Fax: 819-964-2975
Email: humanresources@krg.ca
The KRG is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with this and with the James Bay and
Northern Québec Agreement, conditions may vary to promote the employment of Inuit candidates.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted
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