Posting Close Date: 04/10/2024 (Please note the posting will close at 11:59pm MST)
Why WestJet:
Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception.
WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now we're going global.
Join us and love where you’re going.
The Workforce Coordinator is responsible for supporting and assessing the staffing, time and attendance needs of the unionized Tech Ops workforce while always keeping an eye out for continuous improvement and leveraging the workforce management technology available.
Responsibilities:
Acting as a Subject Matter Expert, administer timecard entries, reconciliation, and payroll sign-off in WestJet’s workforce management software system ensuring compliance with WestJet’s Policies and Procedures and the Canada Labor Code;
Responsible for building manpower schedules. Assessing base-specific scheduling needs and maintaining efficient levels of staffing, ensuring effective coverage for training, vacation, peak periods and operational changes;
Coordinate the Technical Training in conjunction with the Technical Training team, assigning training shifts to ensure compliance with Transport Canada guidelines and booking all associated travel to training;
Manage all scheduling and time bidding systems in accordance with Bargaining Agreement;
Liaise with other groups within WestJet, specifically Payroll, Compensation, and People Services, among others to provide accurate and timely problem resolution.
Qualifications:
At least 3-5 years’ experience with time and attendance or scheduling software, ideally Kronos or similar systems;
Intermediate knowledge and experience with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint);
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to adapt communication mediums and methods to audience;
Exceptional organizational and time management skills;
Ability to understand complex policies, procedures, , pay rules and averaging agreements;
Ability to work under high-stress deadlines;
Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy;
Solid understanding of Canada Labour Code;
Experience supporting a unionized work environment is considered an asset.
The benefits of being a WestJetter:
WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer:
A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs
Think we are a fit? Apply now!
About WestJet Group Of Companies
Together with WestJet's regional airline, WestJet Encore, we offer scheduled service to more than 100 destinations in North America, Central America, the Caribbean and Europe and to more than 175 destinations in over 20 countries through our airline partnerships.
Our Safety Promise
At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will use safe work practices to ensure your well-being and the safety of others.
WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as safety sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility and if you require accommodation during the selection process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest in WestJet; however, only those candidates who are selected will be contacted.
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Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Airlines and Aviation
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