Co-op Student – Baggage Operations

Position Overview

The Vancouver Airport Authority has one (1) full-time opportunity for a co-op position in the Baggage Operations Department for up to a 4-month term starting May 2025. The successful candidate will support operational transformation by developing and standardizing key documentation that contributes to the department’s vision of delivering a Next Generation Baggage Service our guests can rely on. This role will provide hands-on experience in change management, stakeholder engagement, and communications – all while aligning with the Airport Authority’s Strategic Plan.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Researching, updating, and drafting baggage ORAT (Operational Readiness and Transition) documentation to support the upcoming Self-Serve Bag Drop (SSBD) project.
• Reviewing and maintaining the Baggage Operations SharePoint site to ensure alignment and clarity across teams. 
• Developing templates and drafting key Bag Hall Safety Directives in collaboration with stakeholders to ensure operational safety and consistency.
• Supporting internal communication efforts, including recognition programs and awareness campaigns tied to project readiness.
• Engaging stakeholders to validate content and iterate on documentation on coordinated readiness across operational departments.

Key Qualifications include:

The individual will have the following:

• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Enjoys working in an exciting and fast-paced environment.
• Detail-orientation with a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Suite and SharePoint.
• Demonstrated ability to balance multiple priorities and work well independently.
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service and excellence.
• Ability to facilitate and coordinate meetings, take clear and concise notes and present information confidently in group settings.

Additional Information:

• Application deadline: April 13, 2025
• Start and End Date:  May 5, 2025 – August 29, 2025
• Hours of Work: 37.5 hours
• Dress Code: Westcoast Business Casual
• Number of Openings: 1
  

Salary Range : $24.08/hr + Living Wage top up to $27.05/hr

At YVR, your work experience goes beyond the paycheck. We support your personal and professional development, well-being, and a thriving work culture with generous vacation days, extensive health benefits, retirement savings matching, wellness programs, community engagement, commuting support, and continuous learning opportunities. Learn more at https://careers.yvr.ca/benefits.

YVR is more than just an airport. We connect our beautiful province and all it has to offer to the world. We are all leaders and trailblazers for change and innovation, so no matter the department or team you’re a part of, the work you do matters.

At YVR, we are flexible in everything we do. We will work together to find ways to deliver customer excellence that helps us all thrive.

Whatever your background and wherever you’re from, you belong at YVR. If you have any questions about accessibility or require any assistance applying, please reach out at careers@yvr.ca.