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This role involves identifying areas for improvement, implementing process enhancements, and monitoring project progress to drive sustainable change and achieve measurable results.\nProject Management: Lead and manage continuous improvement projects from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budgets, and objectives.\nProcess Analysis: Analyze existing workflows, systems, and processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.\nPerformance Metrics: Define and establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure process performance and track progress towards improvement goals.\nStakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including department heads, managers, and subject matter experts, to gain insights, gather requirements, and drive consensus on improvement initiatives.\nChange Management: Develop and implement change management strategies to ensure smooth adoption and integration of process improvements across the organization.\nContinuous Improvement Methodologies: Utilize Lean / Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement efforts, applying appropriate tools and techniques to problem-solving and process optimization.\nTraining and Development: Develop and deliver training programs to enhance employees' understanding of continuous improvement methodologies, tools, and techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.\nData Analysis: Collect, analyze, and interpret data to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for improvement, making data-driven decisions to optimize processes and drive operational excellence.\nDocumentation and Reporting: Prepare regular reports and presentations to communicate project updates, progress, and results to stakeholders and senior management.\nBest Practices Sharing: Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to continuous improvement, incorporating relevant knowledge into project strategies.\nEducation and/or Work Experience Requirements:\n2-3 years of experience in project management or in a related field\nA university or college degree, an asset\nHave or working toward PMP certification, an asset\nAviation experience, an asset\nAdaptability to listen, analyze, and convey new solutions to drive project performance and client satisfaction results\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers\nExcellent computer proficiency (MS Office - Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project)\nMust be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service\nAbility to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices\nInternational travel may be required\nAbility to perform all work in support of our Corporate Values of Safety, Teamwork, Focus, Innovation and Integrity\nDemonstrates strong and visible support of our values\nOccupational Health and Safety Responsibilities:\n You will have the following responsibilities in order to comply with the company's Occupational Health and Safety program:\nEmployees are responsible for:\nWorking in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety acts and regulations\nFollowing safe work practices and procedures and using safeguards and personal protective equipment\nReporting hazards (such as unsafe situations and activities) to their supervisor immediately.\nSecurity Clearance Requirements/ CGP / ITAR:\nPosition requires Level 2 Clearance with the Canadian Government and the ability to gain access to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program\nBy joining Top Aces, you will find:\nA work environment in which service, integrity, excellence and teamwork are highly valued;\nOpportunities for development and growth;\nMultidisciplinary and multicultural collaboration at a local and global level;\nA flexible schedule;\nAttractive benefit plan.\nCome share your passion with us! Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered, and challenged to be your best self.\nEqual Employment Opportunity\nAt Top Aces, all employees are welcome regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability or age. 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