[redacted] Airlines Ltd. (TSX: WJA) is an iconic Canadian brand. Headquartered in Calgary, Canada, [redacted], along with regional carrier [redacted] Encore and ultra-low cost carrier, Swoop, is Canada’s leading high-value, low-cost carrier. [redacted] is continually recognized as one of the top employers in the country and one of Canada’s most admired corporate cultures. Founded as a regional carrier in Calgary in 1996, with 3 aircraft and 220 employees, [redacted] has experienced momentous growth. Today, [redacted] is a thriving international airline operated by 13,000+ employees, collectively known as [redacted]ters. Through scheduled flights across a rapidly expanding network, [redacted] also operates [redacted] Vacations (providing air, hotel, car and excursion packages), and [redacted] Encore (a regional airline operating in Canada and the United States). [redacted] is embarking upon a transformative era, transitioning from a low-cost carrier (LCC) to a global, full service network carrier with the delivery of Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft in January 2019. Further, [redacted] has recently launched an ultra-low cost carrier (ULCC), Swoop, a wholly owned subsidiary, with its first flight successfully completed in June, 2018. The mission of [redacted] is “to enrich the lives of everyone in [redacted]\'s world.” Since inception, [redacted] has nurtured its employee-focused culture of care, planning for its culture at the strategic level. [redacted] expresses its strong corporate culture and commitment to guest service with the employee slogan “Because Owners Care.” This refers to the fact that approximately 86 percent of eligible employees, referred to as [redacted]ters, participate in an employee share purchase plan. Tying the personal success of [redacted]ters to the company’s success helps nurture a corporate culture that is focused on safety, exceptional guest service and cost containment. Further, with an average age of 40, [redacted]ters are among the youngest across all North American carriers. This has influenced the airline to create an open-minded, communicative and transparent culture. [redacted] has recently unveiled a refreshed set of values, built over the last two years by [redacted]ters. These values and the behaviours that accompany them will set the stage for global expansion in a way that is uniquely [redacted]: Act like an Owner: I take responsibility for my decisions and accountability for the outcomes. Care from the Heart: I do the right thing and do things right, because I care. Rise to the Challenge: I have the courage of a champion, relentless in my pursuit of excellence. Work Together to Win: I play my part, connecting as one team. Together we fly. By keeping a commitment to low costs, [redacted] continues to offer value to its people, its shareholders and above all, its guests. It is on these fundamental beliefs that [redacted] has built its four-pillar strategy: People and Culture: Putting our people first goes beyond fostering an environment of caring and commitment. We are all owners – empowered and accountable for making the right decisions for our guests and our business. Operational Excellence: Delivering great guest value is the most important part of what we do. If there is one thing that will continue to separate us from the rest, it is how we treat our guests, and providing the ultimate guest experience. Diversified, Sustainable Revenue Growth: Growing strategically and profitably means taking advantage of smart growth opportunities, and understanding the wants and needs of travelers. We will continue to add new destinations and gain market share. Financial strength: Keeping our low-cost advantage is simple. We will continue to offer value to our guests and our shareholders by providing the best guest experience in the industry, while achieving a targeted, sustainable profit margin that will be No. 1 among North American airlines. On May 13, 2019, [redacted] and Canadian private equity firm, Onex Corporation, announced a friendly acquisition deal valued at $5 billion. Under the terms of the agreement, Onex Corporation (TSX: ONEX) and its affiliated funds will acquire all outstanding shares of [redacted] for $31.00 per share, after which [redacted] will operate as a privately-held company. The purchase price represents a 67% premium to the previous day’s closing share price and a 63% premium to [redacted]’s 20-day volume-weighted average trading price. “[redacted] is one of Canada’s strongest brands and we have tremendous respect for the business that Clive Beddoe and all [redacted]ters have built over the years. [redacted] is renowned internationally for its unparalleled guest experience and employee culture. We’re thrilled to be partnering with [redacted]ters and continuing this remarkable Canadian success story,” said Tawfiq Popatia, a Managing Director at Onex. Ed Sims, [redacted]’s President and Chief Executive Officer, said, “We are delighted to continue the journey of building an airline based on a growing network, providing competitive airfares and more choice to, from and within Canada, for communities large and small. Integral to this relationship is a commitment to our employees, and our unique ownership-driven culture.” The acquisition by Onex marks another pivotal step towards [redacted]’s ongoing transition from a low-cost regional carrier to a full-service international airline. [redacted] will remain headquartered in Calgary, and the transaction is expected to close in 2019. Further corporate information can be found within our most recent MD&A, Financial Statements and Annual Report: [redacted] Vice President, Flight Operations The Vice President, Flight Operations has overall responsibility for the integrity and performance of flight operations at [redacted] Airlines. Reporting to the Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, the Vice President, Flight Operations oversees key flight-related functions, including line-flying operations, flight standards and flight training. The Vice President plays a strong leadership role in the operating organization while credibly representing the organization externally and internally. Given the central role of flight operations in the overall enterprise, the Vice President works closely with all internal key operating functions, including Safety, Security, and Quality, Inflight, Technical Operations, Airport Operations, and the Operations Control Centre and liaises with key external constituents, including the representatives of the aviation regulatory agencies and original equipment manufacturers. Ideally, the successful candidate also should have the breadth and potential to stand for succession into a more senior operating or leadership role over time. Key Responsibilities The Vice President, Flight Operations is directly accountable for the following activities: Oversee the day-to-day flying operations to more than 100 destinations throughout Canada, the U.S., Mexico, Central America, Europe and the Caribbean, and evaluate performance of the operation on a regular basis. Develop and implement the key strategies and objectives of the flight operations area, including base management, standards and training, and crew resources, in order to best utilize resources. Collaborate closely with the Vice President, Operations, Vice President, Technical Operations, Vice President, Inflight, Vice President, Airports, Vice President, Safety, Security, and Quality and other members of the Operations Leadership Team to optimize operational performance. Provide strong and inspired leadership to [redacted]ters in the flight operations organization, ensuring that the function embraces a culture of safety, and is properly organized, staffed, developed, motivated and compensated. In partnership with the People and Culture team, develop and implement a comprehensive pilot recruitment, development, and retention strategy to ensure the efficiency of flight operations. Ensure that the airline’s flying operations adhere to all corporate policies, standards and regulations. Work in close collaboration with the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) and other employment groups to address current and future initiatives relating to the Flight Operations workforce. Maintain the reporting and safety data system. Receive and act on any information that may affect the safety of flight operations. Verify that the qualifications of flight deck crews meet current standards. Provide regular reporting on the operating and financial performance of the flight operations organization. Ensure that the airline evaluates and implements the most progressive methods, systems and tools for operational efficiency. Design and implement outstanding change management programs. Execute other projects and duties as assigned by the EVP, Chief Operating Officer. Professional Experience & Qualifications The ideal candidate is an accomplished airline flight operations executive with an unwavering commitment to safety, unquestionable integrity, a positive reputation, and demonstrated success serving as a senior operations professional of a growth-oriented business. She or he will be well-grounded in broad aspects of the flight operations function, including standards, technical, training, safety, planning and regulatory concerns. In addition, this individual must have following credentials: Experience & Technical Skills: Over five years of experience in a senior leadership role related to group of pilots and flight operations professionals. Previous experience leading large numbers of geographically distributed staff. Experience across the full array of related functions, including line-flying operations, flight training, flight standards, performance engineering, financial management and quality assurance. A qualified commercial air transport pilot with the ability to relate effectively with other pilots based on his or her direct flying experience. Holds or has held an Airline Transport Pilot license for transport category aircraft. It is preferred that the successful candidate be or become type-rated on a fleet type and fly on occasion. A strong track record of operating integrity and performance improvement as measured by on-time departure ratio, completion ratio and related scorecards. Possess a comprehensive knowledge of budgetary processes. Possess a sound understanding of the regulatory process. Able to obtain a Transport Canada Restricted Area Pass. Managerial/Leadership Skills Strong management skills including people leadership, strategic planning, budget and project management. Experience managing a large unionized workforce that is geographically dispersed. High level of business acumen and relationship skills, recognizing and appreciating both business complexities and political subtleties. Strong strategic perspective to be able to quickly analyze complex situations, determine key issues, and prepare and implement clearly defined solutions and/or responses. Excellent written and verbal communications knowledge and skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team player in a large complex organization. Demonstrated ability to work with initiative and creativity when managing multiple projects, under constant deadline pressure. Highest standards of personal integrity supported by open and honest communication. A strong, non-authoritative leader with outstanding leadership, legal and interpersonal skills. Can effectively participate in the senior strategic decisions relating to the operations of the company. Education Current ATPL Pilots License. University degree is preferred with specialization in Business, Commerce, or Management. Competencies & Attributes Unwavering commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. Strong leadership skills with a broad spectrum of operational experience, expertise and strategic planning. Well respected leader who has demonstrated his/her ability to excel in a multi-constituent setting requiring drive and initiative but also tact and diplomacy. Strategic mindset with the ability to implement a strategy and ensure buy-in across all levels in the organization. Embody [redacted]’s four core values: Act like an Owner, Care from the Heart, Rise to the Challenge, and Work Together to Win. Compensation A competitive compensation package will be negotiated based on experience and qualifications. This position is eligible for a performance bonus as per [redacted]’s compensation policy and the Total Rewards program that includes the following: extended health, emergency travel medical, dental, vision, short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) & travel benefits. This position is also eligible for relocation assistance.