Flight Dispatcher

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking a knowledgeable Flight Dispatcher to join our operations team. You will plan and monitor flight operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance, working closely with pilots and air traffic control to manage flight plans, fuel requirements, and disruptions.

The role demands expertise in meteorology, navigation, and aviation regulations, with opportunities to grow within a respected aviation team focused on safe, reliable schedules.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid Flight Dispatcher license or equivalent certification.
• Proven experience in flight planning and operations monitoring.
• Strong knowledge of aviation meteorology, aerodynamics, and navigation principles.
• Familiarity with aviation regulations and airline operating procedures.
• Excellent decision-making skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Proficiency in flight planning software and communication systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare flight plans, considering weather conditions, airspace restrictions, and operational requirements.
• Calculate fuel loads and ensure compliance with fuel policies and flight parameters.
• Monitor flight progress en route, providing updates and making adjustments as necessary due to changing conditions.
• Liaise effectively with pilots, air traffic control, and station personnel to ensure coordinated operations.
• Analyze weather forecasts and NOTAMs to identify potential risks and develop contingency plans.
• Maintain accurate flight logs and operational records.

Skills

Flight planning

Aviation meteorology

Regulatory knowledge

Decision making under pressure

Tools

Flight planning software

Communication systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a knowledgeable and safety-conscious Flight Dispatcher to join their operations team in Paarl . You will be responsible for planning and monitoring flight operations, ensuring flights are conducted safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all relevant regulations. This role requires a keen understanding of meteorology, navigation, and aviation regulations, working closely with pilots and air traffic control to manage flight plans, fuel requirements, and potential operational disruptions. Join an airline that prioritizes safety and efficiency, offering a challenging and rewarding career in aviation operations, contributing to the smooth and secure operation of our flight schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare flight plans, considering weather conditions, airspace restrictions, and operational requirements.
• Calculate fuel loads and ensure compliance with fuel policies and flight parameters.
• Monitor flight progress en route, providing updates and making adjustments as necessary due to changing conditions.
• Liaise effectively with pilots, air traffic control, and station personnel to ensure coordinated operations.
• Analyze weather forecasts and NOTAMs to identify potential risks and develop contingency plans.
• Maintain accurate flight logs and operational records.

Requirements

• Possess a valid Flight Dispatcher license or equivalent certification.
• Proven experience in flight planning and operations monitoring.
• Strong knowledge of aviation meteorology, aerodynamics, and navigation principles.
• Familiarity with aviation regulations and airline operating procedures.
• Excellent decision-making skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Proficiency in flight planning software and communication systems.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance-based increases.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning in aviation operations.
• A role that is central to the safe and efficient operation of flights.
• Supportive team environment within an established aviation company.