Flight Dispatcher

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Medical aid and retirement fund

Career growth opportunities

Diverse flight operations exposure

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a meticulous Flight Dispatcher for our Randburg operations center. You will plan routes, monitor flights, and ensure regulatory compliance with aviation standards. Collaboration with pilots, controllers, and regulators is essential.

The role requires strong analytical skills, decisive problem-solving, and proficient use of flight planning tools to manage weather, fuel, and routing under pressure.

Qualifications

• Certified Flight Dispatcher or equivalent qualification.
• Solid understanding of aviation regulations and meteorology.
• Proven experience in flight operations or dispatch.
• Excellent decision-making and problem-solving under pressure.
• Strong communication and coordination abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare flight routes considering weather and constraints.
• Calculate fuel requirements and reserves.
• Monitor flight progress and provide real-time updates to crews.
• Issue flight plans and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Liaise with ATC, meteorological services, and airports.
• Manage diversions and cancellations with swift solutions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Decision-making under pressure

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Flight dispatch qualification / ATPL with dispatch endorsement

Tools

Flight planning software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and proactive Flight Dispatcher to join their operations center in Randburg . In this critical role, you will be responsible for the planning and monitoring of flight operations, ensuring the safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance of every journey. You will work collaboratively with pilots, operations managers, and regulatory bodies, making key decisions regarding flight routing, fuel management, and weather advisories. This position demands strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to manage complex logistical challenges in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare flight routes, considering factors such as weather, airspace restrictions, and operational constraints.
• Calculate fuel requirements and ensure adequate reserves for each flight.
• Monitor flight progress and provide real-time updates and support to flight crews.
• Issue flight plans and ensure compliance with all aviation regulations.
• Liaise with air traffic control, meteorological services, and airport authorities.
• Manage irregular operations, including diversions and cancellations, with swift and effective solutions.

Requirements

• Certified Flight Dispatcher or equivalent qualification (e.g., ATPL with dispatch endorsement).
• Solid understanding of aviation regulations, meteorology, and navigation principles.
• Proven experience in flight operations or dispatch.
• Excellent decision-making and problem-solving abilities under pressure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective coordination.
• Proficiency in flight planning software and systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for career growth and further certifications.
• Exposure to diverse flight operations and challenging scenarios.
• A supportive team environment focused on operational excellence.