Flight Dispatcher

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan options

Career advancement opportunities

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town seeks a detail-oriented Flight Dispatcher to plan and monitor flight operations, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and efficiency. The role involves collaboration with pilots, ATC, and support teams, with a mix of on-site and remote collaboration.

The successful candidate will have a dispatcher license, strong meteorology knowledge, and proficiency with flight planning tools, contributing to safe air travel and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Valid Flight Dispatcher or Operations Controller license/certification.
• Proven experience in flight planning and operational control.
• Thorough understanding of meteorology and aviation regulations.
• Proficiency in using flight planning software and communication systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and file flight plans, considering weather, ATC, aircraft performance, and operational requirements.
• Monitor flight progress, provide updates to pilots, and manage deviations or emergencies.
• Ensure compliance with aviation regulations and company policies.
• Coordinate with ground operations, maintenance, and customer service teams to facilitate smooth flight operations.
• Analyze weather data and operational information to make informed decisions regarding flight safety and efficiency.
• Prepare and distribute operational briefings and documentation to flight crews.

Skills

Decision making under pressure

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Flight Dispatcher license/certification

Tools

Flight planning software

Air traffic comms systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Flight Dispatcher to join their operations center in Cape Town . In this critical role, you will be responsible for the planning and monitoring of flight operations, ensuring the safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance of all flights. You will work closely with pilots, air traffic control, and operational support teams to manage flight plans, weather conditions, and operational contingencies. This position offers a unique opportunity to be at the heart of flight operations, contributing to the seamless execution of air travel and developing expertise in a dynamic aviation environment, with a blend of on-site and remote collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and file flight plans, considering weather, air traffic control, aircraft performance, and operational requirements.


• Monitor flight progress, provide updates to pilots, and manage any deviations or emergencies that arise.


• Ensure compliance with all applicable aviation regulations and company policies.


• Coordinate with ground operations, maintenance, and customer service teams to facilitate smooth flight operations.


• Analyze weather data and operational information to make informed decisions regarding flight safety and efficiency.


• Prepare and distribute operational briefings and documentation to flight crews.

Requirements

• Valid Flight Dispatcher or Operations Controller license/certification.


• Proven experience in flight planning and operational control within an airline or aviation company.


• Thorough understanding of meteorology, air navigation, and aviation regulations.


• Proficiency in using flight planning software and communication systems.


• Excellent decision-making skills, especially under pressure, and strong problem-solving capabilities.


• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for coordinating with various stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package and performance-based incentives.


• Health insurance and retirement plan options.


• Opportunities for career advancement within flight operations management.


• Hybrid work model allowing for a balance between office and remote work.


• Dynamic and professional work atmosphere with a focus on operational excellence.