We took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft serving six destinations. Today, the WestJet Group offers scheduled service to 120+ destinations in North America, Central and South America, the Caribbean, Asia and Europe with 14,000+ WestJetters and nearly 200 aircraft. Our ambitious growth plan will create a stronger and more resilient low-cost airline, while offering affordable travel choices for all Canadians. We are dedicated to reliability…
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We took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft serving six destinations. Today, the WestJet Group offers scheduled service to 120+ destinations in North America, Central and South America, the Caribbean, Asia and Europe with 14,000+ WestJetters and nearly 200 aircraft.
Our ambitious growth plan will create a stronger and more resilient low-cost airline, while offering affordable travel choices for all Canadians. We are dedicated to reliability, operational excellence, driving economic growth, and making our guests and our people central to everything we do.
We’re committed to enriching the communities we serve. By working with local organizations and national charitable partners, we invest in initiatives that matter to our guests and people.
We’re proud to be a leading Canadian employer and a top talent destination. In 2024, Forbes recognized us as one of Canada’s best employers.
LinkedIn followers
262,228
People associated on LinkedIn
8,889
Reported office locations
22 Aerial Place N.E., Calgary, Alberta T2E 3J1, CA
Business categories
Transportation
Aerospace
Travel
Other recorded names
WestJet Group
WestJet
Specialties
Low-cost airfares
Leisure travel
Vacation packages
Flights in Western Canada
WestJet Rewards loyalty program
Community Investment
and Cargo
Profile identifies a recruitment agency
No
Reported total investment
550,000,000
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Industry
Airlines and Aviation
Size
10,001+ employees
Headquarters
Calgary, Alberta
Organization type
Privately Held
Year founded
1996
Specialties
Low-cost airfaresLeisure travelVacation packagesFlights in Western CanadaWestJet Rewards loyalty programCommunity Investmentand Cargo
WestJet has 44 open jobs in Canada as of November 6, 2026. Top locations: Calgary, Dorval and Richmond.
5+ YOECandidates need a technical aviation diploma, at least 5 years as a licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer on transport category aircraft, and a valid Transport Canada AME licence with ACA on a WestJet aircraft type. They must be able to obtain RAIC and AVOP clearances, hold a valid driver's licence with a clean abstract, and meet physical demands.
5+ YOECandidates need a technical aviation diploma, at least 5 years as a licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer on transport category aircraft, and a valid Transport Canada AME licence with ACA on a WestJet aircraft type. They must be able to obtain RAIC and AVOP clearances, hold a valid driver's licence with a clean abstract, and meet physical demands.
Candidates need airport experience (an asset), intermediate Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook skills, and strong English reading ability for training. They should show guest service, problem solving, and the ability to work with minimal supervision and adapt to procedural change.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Airport computer systems, Flight Information Display System
Candidates need airport experience (an asset), intermediate Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook skills, and strong English reading ability for training. They should show guest service, problem solving, and the ability to work with minimal supervision and adapt to procedural change.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Airport computer systems, Flight Information Display System
2+ YOECandidates need at least two years of customer-facing experience, a record of punctuality, the ability to stand for long periods, walk long distances and lift up to 50 lbs, and strong English reading and computer skills. Airline, travel or hospitality experience is an asset.
2+ YOECandidates need at least two years of customer-facing experience, a record of punctuality, the ability to stand for long periods, walk long distances and lift up to 50 lbs, and strong English reading and computer skills. Airline, travel or hospitality experience is an asset.
5+ YOECandidates need 5+ years in program management, fraud, risk, loyalty, financial services or cybersecurity, with experience leading cross-functional programs. Strong analytical, reporting and stakeholder skills are needed.
Cybersecurity, Data analysis, Program management, Risk management, Business processes, Analytical skills
5+ YOECandidates need 5+ years in program management, fraud, risk, loyalty, financial services or cybersecurity, with experience leading cross-functional programs. Strong analytical, reporting and stakeholder skills are needed.
Cybersecurity, Data analysis, Program management, Risk management, Business processes, Analytical skills
15+ YOECandidates need a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance or Commerce and 15+ years leading Total Rewards in a large organization. Experience with labour bargaining, strong analytics, and advanced Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills are required. A CCP or CEBS designation is an asset.
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint
15+ YOECandidates need a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance or Commerce and 15+ years leading Total Rewards in a large organization. Experience with labour bargaining, strong analytics, and advanced Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills are required. A CCP or CEBS designation is an asset.
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint
Candidates need a Transport Canada approved aircraft maintenance program with 18-month accreditation, the ability to lift 62 lbs and work in harsh conditions, and a positive respirator fit test. They also need strong computer skills, Canadian work eligibility, and the flexibility to work shifts.
Microsoft Office, Maintenance programs, Maintenance logbook
Candidates need a Transport Canada approved aircraft maintenance program with 18-month accreditation, the ability to lift 62 lbs and work in harsh conditions, and a positive respirator fit test. They also need strong computer skills, Canadian work eligibility, and the flexibility to work shifts.
Microsoft Office, Maintenance programs, Maintenance logbook
2+ YOEWestJet needs 2 to 5 years of strategic sourcing, procurement or contracting experience, ideally in aviation, aerospace, MRO or another regulated industry. Candidates need RFx, negotiation and contract drafting experience, strong analytical and written skills, and a bachelor's degree in business, supply chain or a related field.
Documentation, Negotiation, Procurement, Communication skills, Supply chain management
2+ YOEWestJet needs 2 to 5 years of strategic sourcing, procurement or contracting experience, ideally in aviation, aerospace, MRO or another regulated industry. Candidates need RFx, negotiation and contract drafting experience, strong analytical and written skills, and a bachelor's degree in business, supply chain or a related field.
Documentation, Negotiation, Procurement, Communication skills, Supply chain management
8+ YOECandidates need 8+ years of enterprise technology experience and a diploma or degree in computer science or a related field. They should know MS SQL, Oracle, PowerShell or Python, ITIL processes, and marketing automation, and be able to lead cross-functional stakeholders.
8+ YOECandidates need 8+ years of enterprise technology experience and a diploma or degree in computer science or a related field. They should know MS SQL, Oracle, PowerShell or Python, ITIL processes, and marketing automation, and be able to lead cross-functional stakeholders.
2+ YOECandidates need a valid Transport Canada (E) licence and at least two years of experience, ideally endorsed on Boeing 737, 787 or Q400 aircraft. They must show strong electrical, navigation and flight control skills, handle physical demands and shift work, and hold or obtain a Radio Licence and restricted-area and airside permits.
2+ YOECandidates need a valid Transport Canada (E) licence and at least two years of experience, ideally endorsed on Boeing 737, 787 or Q400 aircraft. They must show strong electrical, navigation and flight control skills, handle physical demands and shift work, and hold or obtain a Radio Licence and restricted-area and airside permits.
2+ YOECandidates need a valid Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineer licence (M2 preferred) and proven airframe, powerplant and flight control skills. Experience on the Boeing 737, 787 or Q400 is preferred, and a Canadian passport, permanent residency or open work permit is required.
Maintenance tracking programs, Microsoft Office, Respirator apparatus
2+ YOECandidates need a valid Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineer licence (M2 preferred) and proven airframe, powerplant and flight control skills. Experience on the Boeing 737, 787 or Q400 is preferred, and a Canadian passport, permanent residency or open work permit is required.
Maintenance tracking programs, Microsoft Office, Respirator apparatus
8+ YOECandidates need a bachelor's degree in a technical field and 8+ years of software development experience. They should have full-stack development skills in Python, C# or JavaScript, cloud experience (preferably Azure), and working knowledge of LLMs and generative AI.
8+ YOECandidates need a bachelor's degree in a technical field and 8+ years of software development experience. They should have full-stack development skills in Python, C# or JavaScript, cloud experience (preferably Azure), and working knowledge of LLMs and generative AI.
2+ YOECandidates need a valid Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineer licence (M2 preferred) and at least 2 years of experience, with preference for Boeing 737, 787 or Q400 endorsements. Strong airframe, powerplant and flight control skills, the ability to get a radio licence, and the physical and shift flexibility the role requires are also needed.
2+ YOECandidates need a valid Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineer licence (M2 preferred) and at least 2 years of experience, with preference for Boeing 737, 787 or Q400 endorsements. Strong airframe, powerplant and flight control skills, the ability to get a radio licence, and the physical and shift flexibility the role requires are also needed.