Director of Air Ambulance

Headquartered in Atlantic Canada with a global presence in over 60 countries and a dedication to innovation over 50 years, the PAL Aerospace team thrives at the forefront of aviation technology and expert crew skills.

When minutes can mean the difference between life and death, there is no substitute for an Air Ambulance.
PAL Aerospace is proud to to provide Air Ambulance services to our communities in Atlantic Canada. Operating the Beech 1900D, the King Air 200, and the King Air 350 PAL offers end-to-end solutions including selection and assignment of aircrews, maintenance, creating standard operating procedures, and ensuring aircraft and pilots are always available as needed.

If you want to learn more about one of PAL Aerospace's success stories, you can read the attached PAL Emergency Health Services (EHS) Case Study below.

To support these critical missions, PAL Aerospace is seeking a Director of Air Ambulance to join our team in St. John's, NL.

Duties:

• Lead the Air Ambulance business unit and operation throughout all current and future PAL Aerospace Air Ambulance locations
• Collaborate with the business development team to pursue growth and business development opportunities for Air Ambulance services
  • Identify new business opportunities for Medical Services, emphasizing on PAL's value proposition as the optimal service provider in the local market
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure quality service provided
  • Responsible for client relations
• Maintain financial accountability through interpreting and analyzing operational and financial statements
  • Conduct financial forecasts and quality performance and capture overall operational performance
  • Produce and recommend annual budgets for Air Ambulance services
• Ensure maximum safety measures are followed within operations
  • Identify any areas of non-compliance with a corrective action plans
• Leadership of PAL Aerospace Air Ambulance employee base
  • Ensure quality service and management of resources
  • Mentor team for future growth and succession planning
  • Support the recruitment for the Air Ambulance team
• Liaison with the Chief Pilot with regards to Aircrew standards, training requirements, and Simulator Training plans
• Develop and execute technology insertion plans for Air Ambulance services
• Prepare weekly reports for senior management for contractual, quality, and performance updates
• Report key performance indicators (KPI) for all aspects of the operations
• Other duties, relevant to the position, shall be assigned as required

Qualifications:

• Direct experience leading Air Ambulance flight operations
• Seasoned management experience in the aviation industry is required
• Proven experience in developing and maintaining client relationships
• Experience in Air Ambulance operations is required
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Knowledge of aviation regulations, with an understanding of medical protocols for Air Ambulance services
• Effective communication and problem solving abilities

Great benefits

At PAL Aerospace, we know that compensation isn't the only factor in choosing a company. That's why we're proud to offer comprehensive perks and benefits.

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Program
• Personal travel privileges with PAL and interline agreements with multiple airlines
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Industry discounts (hotels, rental cars, etc.)

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PAL Aerospace is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates and encourages diversity, equity, and inclusion whereby individuals are recognized, supported, and respected. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you.

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