Southport is looking to grow its dedicated team with the addition of Manager, Airfield Services is responsible for the maintenance, safety, and operational readiness of all airside roads, runways, taxiways, grounds, and the operation, maintenance, inspection, and certification of navigational aid equipment and related systems at Southport Airport.

Reporting to the Director, Site Services, the Manager directs all airfield equipment operations and maintenance including Snow and Ice Control (SNIC), turf care, and seasonal programs, and ensures the fleet is dependable and ready for year-round demands. They lead a team of one Lead Hand, one Navigational lead, five Airfield Maintenance Technicians (AMT), one Airfield electrician, one Nav Aids tech, and two Real Seal–certified Heavy Duty (HD) Mechanics, providing clear direction, performance support, and coordination with internal teams and contractors to maintain uninterrupted airfield operations.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Airside Pavements Maintenance:

• Oversee the inspection, maintenance, and repair of all airside pavements, including asphalt, line painting, pothole repairs, and general surface upkeep.
• Monitor and manage airport signage and airside drainage systems to ensure safe and compliant operations.

Operations & Maintenance Navigational Aids:

• Oversee daily operation, preventative maintenance, and calibration of all navigational aids, lighting systems, and airfield electronic equipment.
• Oversee preventive maintenance on all airfield communications, radar, navigational and landing aids.
• Ensure reliable performance of systems such as ILS, NDB, VOR, PAPI, runway/taxiway lighting, and approach lighting systems.
• Schedule and conduct regular inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and regulatory requirements

Regulatory Compliance & Certification:

• Maintain compliance with Transport Canada, NAV CANADA, and International Civil Aviation Organizations (ICAO) standards for navigational aid systems.
• Liaison with NAV CANADA on behalf of Southport
• Document regular testing, flight checks, and certifications to maintain operational approval.
• Ensure all maintenance logs, service records, and compliance reports are accurate and up to date. 

Safety, Compliance, & Risk Management:

• Ensure all airside and grounds activities comply with relevant federal, provincial, and municipal safety and environmental regulations.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify hazards, deficiencies, and maintenance needs across pavements, grounds, and equipment.
• Maintain accurate records, logs, inspection reports, and compliance documentation.
• Lead the setup, optimization, and continuous improvement of systems and processes, including troubleshooting and IT coordination.
• Support risk mitigation activities and ensure alignment with Southport’s Safety Management System (SMS).
• Responsible for the Groundskeeping portion of Southport’s SMS program, including management of the Wildlife Management program, ensuring proactive risk reduction and regulatory compliance.

Seasonal Operations:

• Plan, lead, and supervise all snow and ice control (SNIC) activities to maintain safe and accessible runways, taxiways, aprons, and airside routes.
• Ensure summer and SNIC operations meet contract and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate pre-event planning for major snowfalls, including resource allocation, equipment readiness, contractor coordination, and proactive communication.
• Manage seasonal cleanup activities (spring/fall), including leaf removal, surface preparation, and die/pack marking.
• Coordinate winter maintenance operations with Flight Dispatch, including staffing, training, scheduling mechanics/technicians, and managing materials and chemicals.
• Maintain inventories of snow and ice control materials and ensure all equipment is functional and serviced.
• Conduct seasonal evaluations of all movement-area paint markings.

Team Leadership & Coordination:

• Lead, schedule, and supervise HD Mechanics, AMTs to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality work practices.
• Ensure a positive serviceability rate on all equipment.
• Complete required operational reports, documentation, and regulatory records.
• Provide training, coaching, mentorship, and performance feedback to team members.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and suppliers to support specialized work and timely project completion.
• Represent Southport in stakeholder discussions and maintain open communication with internal and external partners.
• Deliver performance-based reporting aligned with contract and operational requirements.
• Ensure staff comply with all safety protocols.

Budget & Resource Management:

• Assist in preparing and managing annual budgets for roads and grounds maintenance, and recommend capital improvements.
• Monitor expenditures to ensure cost-effective use of materials, labour, and contracted services.
• Participate in equipment procurement, including research, vendor engagement, and recommendations.
• Maintain inventories of equipment, tools, and supplies to ensure operational readiness.
• Stay current with industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and airport maintenance standards.

Position Requirements:

• Diploma, certification, or equivalent experience in Airfield Maintenance, Civil Works, Horticulture, or a related field (required).
• Training in heavy equipment operation, snow removal, or turf management (preferred).
• Accredited Airport Executive (AAE) or membership with IAAE (asset).
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in infrastructure, airfield, municipal, or industrial maintenance environments.
• Minimum 3+ years experience leading teams, scheduling staff, and managing operational or contract performance.
• Experience with airfield snow and ice control programs (asset).
• Experience collaborating with vendors, contractors, and external partners.
• Experience maintaining or coordinating repairs for heavy equipment such as plows, loaders, mowers, sweepers, and graders.

Join the Southport Team - as an employee of Southport, you will receive the following:

• Competitive Salary.
• Extensive benefits package including Employee Assistance Program, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Extended Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage.
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan Matching Program.
• Vacation, Wellness, and Medical Days.
• Complimentary RecPlex or Southport Golf Club Membership
• We’ll set you up for success by providing in-depth training with your team and mentors, working in partnership with our leadership team.
• You’ll enjoy special events, celebrations, and unique perks, specific to your role and work environment, that reinforce our commitment to creating a wonderful employee experience.
• Our unique rewards and recognition programs are designed to celebrate you, your contributions and promote your success. 

Any questions regarding the job can be addressed to:

Southport Aerospace Centre Inc.
Attention: Human Resources
30 Centennaire Drive
Southport, MB  R0H 1N1

Email: hr@southport.ca
Phone: 204.428.6072

This job posting will remain open until filled. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Southport is a not-for-profit property management and development company, located 3 km south of Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, Canada. Southport’s mission is “To stimulate economic development in the communities we serve by realizing the full potential of Southport’s airspace, airport, and commercial and residential properties”. We are committed to providing quality customer service and establishing a sense of community around Southport that will enrich the experience of doing business with us.

Southport is seeking an organized, collaborative, and detail-oriented Project Coordinator to join our team.
Reporting to the Project Manager, the Project Coordinator will support the planning and delivery of capital and infrastructure projects, with a primary focus on projects supporting the Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) Program. The position supports project scheduling, cost tracking, procurement and contract administration, document control, stakeholder coordination, and construction activities.

What You'll Do:

The following key activities include, but are not limited to:

Project Coordination & Scheduling

• Support the coordination and execution of capital and infrastructure projects from planning through construction, commissioning, and closeout.
• Maintain project schedules, milestones, deliverables, and action items and track progress against established requirements.
• Assist with project updates, progress reports, cost reports, and stakeholder briefings.
• Maintain project risk, issue, change, and decision logs and escalate concerns as appropriate.
• Support coordination between project activities, contractors, consultants, and internal departments.
• Provide reasonable cross-coverage and support for project management activities during periods of absence or operational need, within the scope of the position's assigned authority.

Project Documentation & Administrative

• Maintain accurate and current project records and document control systems.
• Coordinate and track drawings, specifications, RFIs, RFQs, shop drawings, submittals, design revisions, change documentation, purchase orders, correspondence, and other project information.
• Ensure project documentation is appropriately distributed, filed, and routed for review and approval.
• Maintain electronic project databases, document management systems, and file-sharing sites.
• Support accurate recordkeeping in accordance with contractual, regulatory, funding, and organizational requirements.

Financial, Procurement & Contract Support

• Support procurement and contract administration activities, including tender documentation, submission coordination, vendor communications, and procurement records.
• Maintain project cost tracking, budget updates, commitments, forecasts, and cost reports under the direction of the Project Manager.
• Support invoice processing, cost coding, billing schedules, purchase orders, and other project financial administration in coordination with Finance.
• Maintain and track change documentation, contract amendments, and related project records.

Meetings & Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate and participate in project meetings involving internal departments, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Prepare and distribute accurate meeting minutes and maintain follow-up and action-item tracking.
• Liaise with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and internal departments to support timely communication and resolution of project requirements.
• Develop and maintain positive and professional working relationships with project stakeholders.

Safety, Quality & Project Closeout

• Support project compliance with applicable contractual, regulatory, quality, and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Support project commissioning and closeout activities, including tracking deficiencies, as-built drawings, warranties, operation and maintenance manuals, and turnover documentation.
• Assist with ensuring required project records and deliverables are complete and appropriately transferred at project closeout.
• Provide additional project coordination and technical administrative support as required.

What You Bring:

• Post-secondary education in construction management, engineering technology, project management, business administration, or a related discipline. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• 1–3 years of related experience in project coordination, construction administration, engineering, infrastructure, or a related environment.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and other project documentation.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple priorities, deadlines, and project requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and project management/document control software.
• Experience with MS Project, SharePoint, Procore, or similar systems is considered an asset.
• A relevant professional designation or certification, such as CET, EIT, CAPM, PMP, or equivalent, is considered an asset.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary project environment while demonstrating initiative, sound judgment, and accountability.

Join the Southport Team

Join the Southport Team - as an employee of Southport, you will receive the following:

• Competitive salary.
• Extensive benefits package, including Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Extended Health, Vision, and Dental coverage.
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Matching Program.
• Vacation, Wellness, and Medical Days.
• Complimentary RecPlex or Southport Golf Club Membership.
• Training and development to set you up for success, including in-depth training with your team and mentors and support from our leadership team.
• Employee events, celebrations, and unique perks specific to your role and work environment, reinforcing our commitment to creating a positive employee experience.
• Rewards and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your success.

Working at Southport:

This position works in both office and active construction/project environments. Regular attendance at project sites and meetings may be required, including exposure to construction activity, noise, dust,
uneven surfaces, and varying weather conditions. Required personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn in designated areas.

If you're looking to build your project management experience while contributing to significant capital and infrastructure projects in a dynamic aerospace environment, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today and build what's next with Southport Aerospace Centre Inc.

Any questions regarding the job can be addressed to:

Southport Aerospace Centre Inc.
Attention: Human Resources
30 Centennaire Drive
Southport, MB  R0H 1N1

Email: hr@southport.ca
Phone: 204.428.6030

This job posting will remain open until filled. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Interested applicants are invited to submit their application by clicking here.