Flight Dispatcher

PAL; London, Quebec; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

RRSP matching

Stock purchase plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

MFC Training in London, Ontario, is seeking part-time Dispatchers to join our flight operations team. You will coordinate aircraft scheduling, dispatch and release training and rental flights, monitor live radio communications, and ensure flight following in support of a dynamic aviation training environment.

The role requires flexibility for all shifts, strong communication skills, and compliance with safety and security procedures within a busy learning-focused operation.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Must be flexible to work all shifts and adapt to fluctuations in shift times.
• Hold an Industry Canada Restricted Radio certificate.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate scheduling of aircraft with maintenance department and flight operations staff and students.
• Dispatch and release aircraft for all training and rental flights.
• Radio communication and monitoring of daily flights.
• Flight following of aircraft in accordance with the FTOM.
• Respond promptly to aircraft occurrences per ERP.

Skills

Under pressure

Written & verbal comms

Flexible shifts

Restricted Radio certificate

Security clearance eligibility

Job description

Built upon nearly 90 years of innovation and growth, MFC Training is Canada's largest private flight school. An industry leader, MFC Training operates teaching facilities in Fredericton, NB, Moncton, NB, and London, ON. As a member of the PAL Group family, MFC team members are cultivating the next generation of pilots through innovation, reliability, and purpose. Whether you dream of commercial cockpits or adventurous skies, we prepare future aviators to lead the way in the evolving world of Aviation and Aerospace.

MFC Training is currently looking for Part Time Dispatchers to join our team in London, Ontario!

Our Operations:

• MFC Training is a Transport Canadian Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO), carrying out recurring inspections, line maintenance, and heavy maintenance checks;
• MFC Training currently maintains a fleet of various training aircraft; and
• Offers a great learning environment where you will touch on almost every aspect of aircraft maintenance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate scheduling of aircraft with maintenance department and flight operations staff and students
• Dispatch and release aircraft for all training and rental flights
• Radio communication and monitoring of daily flights
• Flight following of aircraft in accordance with the Flight Training Operations Manual (FTOM)
• Respond in timely manner to any aircraft occurrences, adhering to Emergency Response Manual (ERP)
• Monitor weather conditions, update hourly weather details
• Coordinate and record fuel deliveries and daily inspections
• Distribute and maintain oil inventory
• Distribute items necessary for flight preparation: Canadian Flight Supplements, Fuel strainers, measuring gauges, etc
• Ensure all Aircraft Journey Logbooks are kept up to date as flights are completed
• Supervise and coordinate all ramp activities for all aircraft and as required for vehicles
• Ensure aircraft on the ramp and hangar are secure when not in use
• Collection of payments from students, rental pilots and other payments as required
• Monitor and record cancellations for flight operations senior staff
• Responsible for welcoming students and visitors, answering calls and performing follow up as required
• Balance daily float and verify shift reports
• Update, maintain, and/or improve aircraft and operational checklists where necessary
• Communicate and coordinate across multiple base locations as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to receive and apply performance feedback
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Must be flexible to work all shifts and adapt to fluctuations in shift times due to operational and/or unforeseen situations
• Hold an Industry Canada Restricted Radio certificate
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a security clearance

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• RRSP with Company Matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Personal travel privileges
• Employee Tuition Assistance Program
• Great work/life balance and career development opportunities

MFC Training is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates and encourages diversity, equity, and inclusion whereby individuals are recognized, supported, and respected. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you