Ground Controller

Shamal Holding; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Shamal Holding, via the Sky Dive Dubai umbrella, seeks a Ground Controller to safely manage the process of loading the aircraft, communicating with pilots where and when to drop passengers, and overseeing all skydivers landings.

You will handle incidents, coordinate with manifest and ATC, monitor weather, and ensure equipment is properly maintained for safe operations daily.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or relevant experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to manage high-risk operations with safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with manifest to ensure each plane load is boarded by the correct people safely and efficiently.
• Communicate directly with the pilots to update them on weather conditions, air space, and when and where to drop the skydivers.
• Monitor the weather and make decisions with the support of management on who can safely skydive as the conditions change.
• Observe all openings, landings and communicate safety advice or discipline to skydivers.
• Communicate with air traffic control to safely run the operation in the air space.
• Set up ground control every working day by checking radios, opening air space, preparing landing area and fueling buggies.
• Responsible for maintaining all equipment and vehicles used in operations including regular inspections, cleaning and ensuring proper storage.
• Oversee the cleanliness and operational condition of vehicles used for transportation ensuring they are always ready for use.
• Provide immediate assistance to anyone involved in an incident or accident during skydiving operations.

Skills

Skydiving operations

Safety compliance

Weather assessment

Team communication

ATC coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree or relevant Experience

Tools

Radio communication equipment

Job description

Shamal Holding is a diversified investment firm that cultivates the extraordinary Born in Dubai we curate a unique portfolio of extraordinary investments experiences and assets to generate meaningful outcomes The investments we make are strategically chosen and thoughtfully nurtured mirroring Dubai s ambition spirit and energy As a global investor asset owner and developer we utilise our resources know-how and connections to deliver long-term value wherever we operate This role comes under our Sky Dive Dubai Umbrella and we are seeking a Ground Controller who will be responsible to safely manage the process of loading the aircraft communicating with pilots where and when to drop passenger overseeing all skydivers landing and directly dealing with any incidents that may occur from that

Responsibilities

• Work closely with manifest to ensure each plane load is boarded by the correct people safely and efficiently
• Communicate directly with the pilots to update them on weather conditions air space and when and where to drop the skydivers
• Monitor the weather and make decisions with the support of management on who can safely skydive as the conditions change
• Observe all openings landings and communicate any safety advise or discipline to skydivers
• Communicate with air traffic control to safely run the operation in the air space
• Set up ground control every working day by checking radios opening air space preparing landing area and fueling buggies
• Responsible for maintaining all equipment and vehicles used in operations Including regular inspections cleaning and ensuring proper storage to prolong the lifespan of the equipment and maintain safety standards
• Oversee the cleanliness and operational condition of vehicles used for transportation ensuring they are always ready for use
• Provide immediate assistance to anyone involved in an incident or accident during skydiving operations This may include administering basic first aid stabilizing injuries and coordinating with emergency services if necessary to ensure the well-being of individuals until further medical assistance arrives

QualificationsPreferred Educational Qualifications And Professional Certifications

• Bachelor's degree or relevant Experience
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience