Posted 22 days ago
Airside/Yard Coordinator
@ Matrix Camps and Logistics
Yellowknife, Northwest Territories
Overview
Matrix Camps and Logistics is hiring an Airside/Yard Coordinator to load, unload and move aircraft cargo on the apron at remote project sites, operating forklifts and loaders. The role requires forklift certification, a Class 5 licence with trailer-hauling experience, and lifting up to 50 lbs. The posting pays $28-$35/hr, requires living in Yellowknife, and involves 12-hour shifts, 6 days a week.
Pay:
$28–$35 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Load and unload aircraft baggage, cargo and freight safely
- Operate forklifts, loaders and ground-support equipment
- Stage and secure cargo on the apron
- Keep the ramp clear and safe during arrivals and departures
- Support inventory control and shipping and receiving tracking
Requirements summary:
- Forklift certification required
- Class 5 licence with trailer-hauling experience
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs outdoors
- Must be local to Yellowknife
- Flexible for 12-hour shifts, 6 days a week
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · workable
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-15
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-16
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-29
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | General labour |
| Hours per week | 72 |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Vehicle, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 50 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Forklift certification, Class 5 |
| Driver’s licence | required |
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Matrix Camps and Logistics
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25 years in business. 150 years experience.
Full company description
Matrix is a national company providing camps, logistics and aviation management in every active exploration region of Canada. With over 150 years of combined experience across multiple disciplines, let Matrix bring our expertise to your project. - Planning & Logistics - Camp Rentals & Construction - Best-in-Class Camp Management - Cooks/Occupational First Aid Level 3 - Aviation Management - Industry Leader in Health & Safety - Ice Strips & Runways - Communications - Expediting Services - Fuel Cache Management - Snowcat Services - Industry Leading Management
- LinkedIn followers
- 7,746
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 76
- Reported office locations
- 20171 92A Ave, Langley, British Columbia V1M, CA
- 98 Archibald St, Yellowknife, Northwest Territories X1A, CA
- 3310 River Drive, Terrace, BC V8G 3P1, CA
- 1518B Ungalliqpaat Crescent, Iqaluit, NU X0A 0H0, CA
- Other recorded names
- Matrix Camps and Logistics
- Matrix Camps, Logistics and Aviation
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Matrix is a national company providing camps, logistics and aviation management in every active exploration region of Canada. With over 150 years of combined experience across multiple disciplines, let Matrix bring our expertise to your project. - Planning & Logistics - Camp Rentals & Construction - Best-in-Class Camp Management - Cooks/Occupational First Aid Level 3 - Aviation Management - Industry Leader in…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Mining |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Langley, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2001 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 18 |
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Airside/Yard Coordinator
Matrix is currently seeking reliable and safety-focused Airfield Ramp Attendants to join our team. This is a hands-on role supporting airfield ground operations at remote project sites.
In this key role, you will work on the aircraft apron and be responsible for safely loading and unloading aircraft cargo, baggage, freight, supplies and equipment. You will also operate forklifts, loaders and other ground-support equipment to help ensure aircraft arrivals and departures are handled safely and efficiently.
Previous ramp, aviation, cargo-handling, warehouse, equipment-operator or remote-site experience is considered a strong asset. The ideal candidate is dependable, physically capable, safety-minded and comfortable working around active aircraft and mobile equipment in changing weather conditions.
Key Responsibilities
- Load and unload aircraft baggage, cargo, freight, supplies and equipment safely and efficiently
- Operate forklifts, loaders and other ramp/ground-support equipment as required
- Move, stage, organize and secure cargo on the apron in accordance with site and operational procedures
- Assist with aircraft arrivals and departures by maintaining a clear, organized and safe ramp area
- Follow airfield and site safety procedures and communicate effectively with flight crews and site personnel
- Support inventory control, shipping, and receiving tracking.
Assets (Nice to Have)
- Previous ramp, aviation, cargo-handling, warehouse or logistics experience
- Administration experience and proficiency with basic computer programs.
- Experience working at remote sites, mines or rotational camp operations
Safety & Compliance
Ability to maintain strong situational awareness around aircraft, vehicles and moving equipment
Commitment to using appropriate PPE and following all airfield, site and company safety procedures
Requirements:
- Previous experience operating forklifts, loaders or similar mobile equipment. Forklift Certification required.
- Valid driver's license and clean drivers abstract. Class 5 required and experience hauling a trailer required.
- Ability to safely operate vehicles/equipment in an active airfield environment
- RED PASS IS NOT REQUIRED
- Ability to safely lift and move up to 50 lbs and perform physical work throughout the shift
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and in a remote/camp environment
- Strong safety awareness, reliability and ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Must be local to Yellowknife
- Must be flexible to work 12-hour days, 6 days a week. Some early mornings, late nights, or weekend work may be necessary. Shift work coverage required.
Compensation
Range: $28-$35/hr
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