Aircraft Dispatcher – Flight Operations & Weather Analytics

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking an Aircraft Dispatcher to join our airline operations team. You will develop flight plans, monitor progress, and ensure compliance with aviation regulations while coordinating with pilots, maintenance, and control staff.

The ideal candidate has a valid Aircraft Dispatcher License, at least 3 years of dispatch experience, and strong meteorology, navigation, and regulatory knowledge. On-site work with opportunities for training and career growth.

Qualifications

• Valid Aircraft Dispatcher License or equivalent certification.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in flight operations or dispatch roles.
• Thorough knowledge of aviation meteorology, navigation, and international air regulations.
• Proficiency in using flight planning software and operational databases.

Responsibilities

• Develop and file flight plans, considering weather, ATC restrictions, and aircraft performance.
• Monitor flight progress, providing updates and making operational decisions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with aviation regulations and company policies throughout flight operations.
• Liaise with pilots, ground crew, and maintenance to coordinate schedules and requirements.
• Analyze weather reports and forecasts to assess impacts on operations.
• Maintain accurate flight logs and operational records.

Skills

Aviation meteorology

Navigation

Regulations knowledge

Communication

Decision making

Problem solving

Team coordination

Pressure management

Education

Aircraft Dispatcher License

Tools

Flight planning software

Operational databases

Job description

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking an Aircraft Dispatcher to join our airline operations team. You will develop flight plans, monitor progress, and ensure compliance with aviation regulations while coordinating with pilots, maintenance, and control staff.

The ideal candidate has a valid Aircraft Dispatcher License, at least 3 years of dispatch experience, and strong meteorology, navigation, and regulatory knowledge. On-site work with opportunities for training and career growth.