Operations Controller - Summer 2026 Work Placement (3 month Fixed Term)

Air Charter Service; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation services provider in Greater London is seeking an Operations Controller intern for a 3-month placement during the busy summer period. The role involves supporting the Operations team in coordinating and managing charter flights, including flight monitoring and general administrative tasks. Ideal candidates will be enrolled in a university program, returning after summer 2026. This office-based opportunity at the Surbiton HQ provides valuable insights into aviation operations and logistics.

Benefits

Training provided on site

Experience in aviation operations

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a university programme, returning after summer 2026.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with various stakeholders.
• Proficiency in handling flight information and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Operations team with flight watching and live flight monitoring.
• Provide general administrative support including managing email inbox.
• Produce and distribute daily operational reports.

Skills

Flight monitoring

Administrative support

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Enrolled in a university programme

Job description

The purpose of this 3-month placement is to assist the Operations team during their busiest period of the year, the summer! As an Operations Controller, students will gain a real understanding of how charter flights are coordinated and managed in real time. This placement is designed to bridge the gap between academic study and professional employment, offering valuable insight into aviation operations and international logistics while supporting the day-to-day delivery of charter flights. Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Supporting the Operations team by assisting brokers with flight watching and live flight monitoring
• Liaising with Flight Reps, Airport Handlers and Operators
• Liaising with brokers to provide operational updates and support
• Providing general administrative support to the Operations team
• Accurately entering and maintaining flight information across internal systems
• Producing and distributing daily operational reports
• Managing and monitoring the shared Operations inbox, ensuring timely responses
• Monitoring weather conditions and flagging potential operational impacts
• Working hours are varied and include weekends and nights, shifts will be allocated on a rota basis
• The shift patterns are: 06:00-18:00 and 18:00-06:00 (with 1-hour unpaid lunch) on a 3 on 3 off basis
• Training provided on site
• Applicants must be enrolled in a university programme, returning after summer 2026
• Office based role based in our Surbiton HQ