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We took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Today, The WestJet group of companies offers scheduled service to more than 100 destinations in North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Asia and Europe with a team of over 14,000 people and nearly 200 aircraft. In addition to our flagship Boeing 737s, our fleet also includes Boeing 787 Dreamliners and the De Havilland Dash 8-400. We have been recognized for three consecutive years as Best Airline in Canada (2017-19) and awarded among travellers' favourite Mid-Sized Airlines in North America (2019). In 2024 we were recognized as one of Canada’s best employers by Forbes magazine. We are committed to enriching the communities we serve. By working alongside local organizations and our national charitable partners, we are actively engaged and investing in the initiatives that matter most to our guests and our people. At WestJet, we have a proud legacy as a leading Canadian employer, and we are working to remain a top talent destination. Browse our Jobs section to see current opportunities, and check out our Life section to learn more about our growth plans, culture, leadership and more.

Industry

Airlines and Aviation

Company size

10,001+ employees

Headquarters

Calgary, Alberta

Type

Privately Held

Founded

1996

Specialties

Low-cost airfares, Leisure travel, Vacation packages, Flights in Western Canada, WestJet Rewards loyalty program, Community Investment, and Cargo

Locations

Employees at WestJet

Updates

Boarding call for Aircraft Maintenance Engineers! Write the next chapter in your aviation career story by joining WestJet. We're currently accepting applications for AMEs in Calgary, Edmonton, Ottawa, Regina, Toronto, Saskatoon, Winnipeg, Montreal, and Vancouver. WestJet AMEs enjoy many perks and benefits, including: * A competitive total compensation package including the WestJet Savings Plan, owner’s performance award, profit share * Flexible benefits plan * Flight privileges for you and your family * Annual tool allowance * Annual safety footwear and glove allowance * Night shift premium View role description, requirements and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gvdZUTmx️#WestJet #AviationCareers #TechnicalOperations #Hiring #AviationJobs #GrowthAndOpportunity #WestJetFamily #WhereYourStoryTakesOff
As we continue to expand our horizons, we’re excited to announce three new Director roles within our Technical Operations team! These roles are driven by our growth and commitment to maintaining the highest standards in operational excellence and safety. We’re searching for leaders who are ready to make a real impact in the aviation industry. If you’re passionate about innovation and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, WestJet could be the perfect place for your next career move. Open roles: * Director, Engineering & Technical Services * Director, Line Maintenance * Director, Maintenance Operations Control (MOC) Come be part of a company where growth is a testament to our commitment to excellence and to each of our team members’ stories. Where Your Story Takes Off is more than a slogan, it’s a promise. Join us on this exciting journey and help shape the future of aviation! Learn more and apply by visiting https://lnkd.in/gjuGdQf8✈️ #WestJet #AviationCareers #TechnicalOperations #Hiring #AviationJobs #GrowthAndOpportunity
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Today, we are excited to announce a partnership between WestJet and Skip, uniting two iconic Canadian brands aimed at enhancing the overall guest experience. Canadians will enjoy exclusive, personalized benefits designed to inspire travel, elevate their day-to-day lives and help them Skip to the good part - their trip! "Seamlessly blending convenience and travel rewards for Canadians, our newly forged partnership with Skip brings value and choice to WestJet Rewards members in their everyday lives," said Jeff H., WestJet Vice-President of Commercial Development & Strategic Partnerships. "Enhancing WestJet Rewards to go beyond the day of travel, we continue to deliver exclusive benefits, experiences and rewards for our members not only when they travel, but as their stories take off." Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gmj5my8R #PartnershipAnnouncement #WestJet
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Watch WestJet CEO Alexis von Hoensbroech introduce himself to us, tell us why he’s travelling to Ottawa to talk to Parliament about air travel, and invite us to find him in the 13th row of the aircraft to share our thoughts with him as passengers on this RED EYE flight to Ottawa. After this welcome, von Hoensbroech took a couple of quick pics with ground crew and attendants. This genuine, friendly and accessible behaviour from a CEO is right on brand for an airline that is marketing itself as the friendlier choice for travellers. It comes from the very top. (To note: I got a ‘how was your in-flight service?’ Email survey three mins after we landed 20 mins early in Ottawa.) #leadership #marketing #branding #airtravel #cdnpoli #aviationdayCanada
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Today we’re pleased to announce our new brand platform, “Where your story takes off.” As we return to our roots, WestJet's commitment to helping guests write memorable stories is driven by a history of care and celebrated hospitality, delivered each day by a passionate team of WestJetters. The new platform underscores the transformative power of travel, celebrating the countless stories that pass through a WestJet flight. Read more in our Newsroom: https://lnkd.in/gECErYWs #WestJet #WhereYourStoryTakesOff
Pilots wanted! Are you interested in becoming a WestJet Encore pilot, flying our fleet of De Havilland Dash-8 Q400s? We're hosting an open house at the WestJet Calgary campus on November 7. Learn more here:
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Today, we’re excited to extend a warm WestJet welcome to Jacqui McGillivray, our new Executive Vice-President and Chief People Officer. McGillivray will replace Angela Avery, who announced her retirement earlier this year. Jacqui comes aboard WestJet with over 30 years of demonstrated experience transforming global organizations like Element Fleet Management, Cenovus Energy, Talisman Energy and RBC Royal Bank. “Jacqui brings a wealth of HR and organizational change experience, along with a notable track record of leading results-oriented, multi-disciplinary, and culturally strong teams in unlocking value and sustaining growth,” said Alexis von Hoensbroech, WestJet Group Chief Executive Officer. “We are thrilled to welcome Jacqui at this vital time as we look to build on the momentum of our growth strategy. She will be instrumental in further fostering and developing the people and performance centric culture at WestJet. Read the full announcement about Jacqui on the WestJet Newsroom: https://lnkd.in/gWCThuzC
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we are honoured to be the official airline partner of the Canadian Cancer Society and the CIBC Run for the Cure. This month, WestJetters can proudly wear pink to show their support. Our scarves and ties are especially meaningful, featuring the names of those who have bravely faced breast cancer—submitted by WestJetters across our organization. We invite you to join us in wearing pink throughout October, and we hope to see you on Sunday, October 6, 2024, for the Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure. Read some of our WestJetters stories:
WestJet commemorates Breast Cancer Awareness Month with first-hand accounts from impacted WestJetters westjet.com
Today, we acknowledge and honour National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day, a time to recognize the devastating impact of residential schools, remember the missing children and uplift the voices of survivors. Orange Shirt Society is a non-profit organization founded in 2015 by Phyllis Webstad to raise awareness of the lasting impacts of residential schools. The orange shirt is a symbol of the intergenerational impact of the stripping away of culture, freedom and self-esteem experienced by Indigenous communities across Canada. Today, we encourage all Canadians to wear orange to honour the thousands of Survivors of residential schools and remember that Every Child Matters. Learn more about how to support Orange Shirt Society on their page and about our commitment to Truth and Reconciliation on our NewsRoom.#TruthAndReconciliation #EveryChildMatters #OrangeShirtDay
Bridging Skies and Stories: WestJet’s Commitment to Truth and Reconciliation westjet.com

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