Airside Coordinator

YVR is a place of connection, bringing together people, places and cargo while ensuring a safe and efficient experience for everyone. Airport Operations play a pivotal role in keeping the airport—and the region it serves—moving. We are the team that ensures every passenger journey, aircraft movement, and baggage transfer happens safely, efficiently, and seamlessly.

Position overview

Are you a collaborative problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced operational environment? We have an exciting full-time term opportunity (through July 2027) for an Airside Coordinator.

Reporting to the Manager, Airside Operations Delivery, the Airside Coordinator plays a key role in maintaining the safe, secure, and efficient operation of YVR's airfield. This dynamic position coordinates airside operations, construction and maintenance activities, operational changes, and emergency response efforts while ensuring compliance with regulatory and airport certification requirements. Working closely with airlines, contractors, regulators, and internal stakeholders, the Airside Coordinator manages operational risks, resolves complex issues, and supports the safe and seamless movement of aircraft and airport operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain airside procedures, safety programs, and operational plans to support airport certification and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate airside operations, projects, and construction activities to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant airport operations.
• Work closely with airlines, contractors, regulators, and internal stakeholders to support airfield activities and operational changes.
• Identify and resolve operational issues, assess risks, and implement solutions to minimize impacts on safety and airport operations.

• Support emergency response and irregular operations by coordinating resources, communicating with stakeholders, and maintaining operational continuity.

Key Qualifications

• At least one year of recent, related experience working in an airport’s airside environment, supplemented by a technical school or college certificate or diploma in Airside Operations, Operations Management, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Demonstrated experience leading, directing and coordinating teams, contractors, and others in the provision of services in a safety critical, time-sensitive work environment, with an established history of building solid working relationships with internal and external customers, managing difficult conversations and committing to safety and operational excellence
• Strong understanding of TP312 Aerodrome Standards and Recommended Practices
• Proven ability to communicate at a professional level, both verbally (e.g. meeting facilitation, giving presentations, conflict resolution) and in writing (e.g. report writing, presentations)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and experience preparing operational reports, procedures, briefings, and related documentation

• A valid BC Class 5 driver’s license and the ability to obtain a D AVOP license and driving in all weather conditions, day and night

Although not required, French language skills are an asset as we are committed to providing bilingual services to our visitors and passengers. This helps us meet federal language obligations while ensuring a welcoming experience. Candidates who do not speak French are still strongly encouraged to apply.

This position is open to both Vancouver Airport Authority employees & external candidates. Previous job performance will be taken into consideration for all internal candidates that apply for this position.