Flight Dispatcher

European Air Transport Leipzig GmbH; Schkeuditz; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place to Work

International environment

Training opportunities

Career advancement

Language courses

Health insurance

Daycare

Staff cafeteria

Free beverages

Job tickets

Parking spaces

E-charging stations

Discounted flight tickets

Team events

Gym on campus

Collective agreement pay

Additional time off

Job summary

European Air Transport Leipzig GmbH (EAT) is seeking a Flight Dispatcher to join our team at Leipzig/Halle Airport. You will manage flight planning for EAT aircraft and crews, file ATC flight plans across multiple regions and monitor operations end-to-end to ensure safety, efficiency and on-time performance.

Required are a dispatcher licence or ATPL knowledge, relevant commercial flight operations experience and fluency in English (German a plus).

Qualifications

• Hold a valid Flight Dispatcher licence or ATPL theoretical knowledge.
• Relevant experience in commercial flight operations.
• Hold valid work authorization for Germany.
• Fluency in English; German is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide flight planning for EAT aircraft and crews.
• Prepare, calculate and release operational flight plans; file ATC flight plans across EUR, NAM, NAT HLA, AFR, MID, APAC and NACC regions.
• Monitor flights from departure to arrival and resolve issues.
• Ensure OM-A to OM-D compliance; deliver route, safety and security briefings.
• Determine fuel requirements to support efficiency and cost control.
• Coordinate with FOC Duty Manager, Senior Supervisor Flight Dispatch, flight crews, maintenance and DHL network entities.
• Support flight crews during adverse weather, emergencies and disruptions.
• Re-plan flights to optimise on-time performance.
• Prepare and deliver specialised briefings for flight crews and operations staff.

Skills

Flight planning

Navigation

Meteorology

Air traffic control knowledge

Aviation regulations

English proficiency

Education

Flight Dispatcher licence (LBA/FAA) or ATPL theory

Job description

Be part of something big!

Join the success story of Europe’s largest DHL airline –

Be part of something big!

Join the success story of Europe’s largest DHL airline – European Air Transport Leipzig GmbH (EAT). We connect people worldwide and live by strong values that make a difference. At EAT we combine flight operations and a maintenance organization under one roof, creating exciting opportunities for aviation professionals. Learn more and start your journey: http://www.fly.dhl

What We Offer You

• A workplace at a Great Place to Work for the world’s most awarded TOP Employer 2026
• An international work environment with colleagues directly at the airport
• Training opportunities tailored to your personal development
• Career advancement opportunities within the company
• Language courses suited to your personal level (German, English)
• Additional health insurance with a generous budget and various health offers
• Company-supported daycare places
• Employer-subsidized 24/7 staff cafeteria and free beverage offer
• Very affordable job tickets
• JobRad, also available as an e-bike
• Parking spaces and free e-charging stations
• Discounted flight tickets for private use
• Exciting team and company events
• Gym and sports activities on our LEJ Campus
• Pay according to collective agreement
• Option for additional time off

What You Will Do

• Provide flight planning for EAT aircraft and crews.
• Prepare, calculate and release operational flight plans; file corresponding ATC flight plans across EUR, NAM, NAT HLA, AFR, MID, APAC and NACC regions in compliance with ICAO, EASA, IOSA and company requirements.
• Monitor flights from departure to arrival, ensuring plan adherence and resolving issues.
• Ensure compliance with OM-A, OM-B, OM-C and OM-D requirements; provide route, safety and security briefings.
• Determine fuel requirements based on payload, weather, aircraft performance and operational conditions, supporting fuel efficiency and cost control.
• Coordinate with the FOC Duty Manager, Senior Supervisor Flight Dispatch, flight crews, EAT Maintenance, third-party operators and DHL network entities.
• Support flight crews during preparation and flight operations, including adverse weather, geopolitical events, emergencies and disruptions.
• Perform operational control, ensure ATC flight-plan acceptance and monitor airspace restrictions and regulations.
• Re-plan flights and coordinate operational solutions to support the network schedule and optimise on-time performance.
• Prepare and deliver specialised briefings for flight crews and other operational personnel.
• Use flight-planning, flight-watch and operational communication systems effectively.
• Complete post-flight procedures, ensure flight closure and verify operational documentation.
• Coordinate ad hoc overflight and landing permits, airport slots and ancillary services as required.
• Communicate effectively with all departments, authorities and organisations involved in flight operations.
• Support the Senior Supervisor Flight Dispatch and FOC Duty Manager in coordinating daily operations and managing critical situations.

What You Bring

• Hold a valid Flight Dispatcher licence issued by the LBA, FAA or an equivalent authority, or have completed ATPL theoretical knowledge examinations.
• Relevant experience in commercial flight operations.
• Hold a valid work authorization and the unrestricted right to work in Germany.
• Sound knowledge of navigation, meteorology, flight planning, air traffic control and aviation regulations.
• Knowledge of applicable ICAO, IOSA and EASA requirements.
• Fluency in spoken and written English. German is an advantage.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to respond effectively to critical situations and work under pressure in an open-plan operational environment.
• A service-oriented and proactive approach with a can-do attitude.
• Ability and availability to work in a rotating 24/7 shift environment, including 12-hour shifts, nights, weekends and public holidays.

BECOME PART OF THE TEAM

Ready to help keep the world connected?

Your contact person is Lisa Fröhlich. If you require additional information, please contact us at [phone].

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, religion or sexual orientation.

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