Your Future is Bright
At Canadian North, we don't just fly planes, we connect people, deliver essential goods, and support 25 northern communities that rely on us every day. Whether you're on the ground or in the air, working with us means being part of something bigger.
You'll help strengthen communities, honor Indigenous cultures, and bring vital services to some of the most remote and remarkable places in Canada.
Why Work With Us?
- Purpose-Driven Mission — Your work matters
- Tight-Knit, Inclusive Team — You’ll feel valued and supported
- Career Growth Opportunities — Across the North and beyond
- Experience the North — Adventure meets purpose
- Trusted Airline of the Arctic — Be part of something bigger
Total Rewards & Employee Benefits
We’re committed to offering a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, security, and future.
Group Insurance Benefits
- Extended healthcare
- Short-term & long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Dependent life insurance
- Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Group Dental Benefits
- Starts after 1 month of regular active employment
Retirement Savings Plan
- Available after 6 months of regular active employment
Travel Privileges
- Eligible for Canadian North flights after 1 month
- Additional travel privileges are available after probation. Fly with Canadian North’s affiliated airlines at a great price worldwide
- Reduced rates and free travel passes!
Cargo Privileges
- Access to personal cargo shipment as per the Employee Travel Guide and Company policy
Ready to Get Started?
If you’re reliable, safety-focused, and ready for adventure, we want to hear from you. Join a company where people count on you, and where you can count on a career that matters.
About this position
The Aviation Stores Agent is responsible for shipping, receiving, inventory management of aircraft parts inventory & tooling.
Level: As per the GAFAE Collective Agreement
- In accordance with the GAFAE Collective Agreement
Reporting to Senior Manager, Purchasing, Stores and Inventory
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Please note: We are currently interviewing to create an applicant pool. All successful candidates will be contacted as soon as a position becomes available.
Must be able to perform, but not be limited to, the following duties and responsibilities
- Responsible for receiving, shipping, warehousing, storing, dispersing and recording parts; equipment and supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures;
- Responsible for helping internal customers with needs such as picking and issuing aircraft parts, equipment and supplies;
- Preparation and shipping of parts orders to our outlying airline bases;
- Ensure that shipments and pickups are processed and expedited efficiently;
- Warehouse and store parts and supplies, maintaining the Stores areas in an orderly condition;
- Prepare shipments for ground transportation and arrange local pick-ups/drop-offs using courier or other approved methods;
- Process orders and perform inventory, ensuring that related records are accurate and current;
- Carrying out Dangerous Goods Shipping as required; and
- Other duties as assigned.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Include, but not limited to, the following minimum skills and qualifications:
- Possess a high school diploma; post-secondary diploma/degree an asset;
- Minimum 1-year experience of warehouse shipping or receiving in a computerized inventory environment;
- Must have experience with shipping, receiving and customs procedures within a parts department or materials environment;
- Purchasing experience and/or aviation experience considered an asset;
- Proficient in MS Word and Excel and able to learn and operate a computerized inventory system;
- Ability to perform physical labour related to duties (eg: heavy lifting, load/unload shipments, etc.);
- Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy;
- Possess strong communication skills (both verbal and written);
- Possess excellent interpersonal, customer service and organizational skills;
- Self-motivated and able to complete multiple tasks with minimal supervision;
- Must possess a valid driver’s license;
- Must be able to work various shifts with ability to work overtime on short notice;
- Able to be available for occasional northern travel, where work assignments can be up to 21 days;
- Ability to obtain and retain a Canadian North Dangerous Goods qualified Shippers Certificate;
- Ability to communicate in Inuktut a definite asset; and
- Ability to obtain and retain an Airport Restricted Area Identity Card in accordance with the Airport Restricted Area Access Clearance Program regulated by Transport Canada.
Experience
Required- Experience with shipping, receiving and customs procedures within a parts department or materials environment.
- 1 year(s): Experience of warehouse shipping or receiving in a computerized inventory environment.