Flight Dispatcher - Certified

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Retirement savings plan

Flight privileges and discounts

Professional growth opportunities

Shift work schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a certified Flight Dispatcher to join our client’s operations center in Polokwane. The role involves planning flights, monitoring weather, calculating fuel, and supporting safe, economical operations.

You will coordinate with flight crews and control staff, manage in-flight advisories, and make critical decisions on diversions or delays. This on-site position requires shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to ensure safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Certified Flight Dispatcher License or SACAA equivalent is required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience as a Flight Dispatcher or in a related aviation operations role.
• Strong knowledge of meteorology, navigation, aviation regulations, and aircraft performance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and authorize flights in compliance with regulations and policies.
• Monitor flight progress, weather, and status along routes.
• Calculate and manage fuel requirements with reserves for all legs.

Skills

Aviation regulations

Meteorology knowledge

Flight planning

Weight & balance

Fuel planning

Decision making

Communication

Fatigue management

Education

Flight Dispatcher License (SACAA)

Tools

Flight planning software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable regional airline, is looking for a certified Flight Dispatcher to join their operations center in Polokwane. This role is crucial for ensuring the safe, efficient, and economical operation of flights. You will be responsible for flight planning, monitoring weather conditions, calculating fuel requirements, and making critical decisions regarding flight safety and operations. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of meteorology, navigation, aviation regulations, and aircraft performance. This is an on-site position requiring shift work, including nights, weekends, and public holidays. You will work closely with flight crews and operational control center staff. We are committed to the highest standards of aviation safety and operational integrity. This position is vital to the reliable service provided by our airline from Polokwane.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and authorize flights, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and company policies. Monitor flight progress, weather conditions, and operational status along flight routes. Calculate and manage fuel requirements, ensuring adequate reserves for all flight legs. Provide flight crews with essential information, including weather updates, NOTAMs, and operational advisories. Make critical decisions regarding flight diversions, delays, or cancellations due to safety or operational concerns. Coordinate with air traffic control, maintenance, and ground operations to ensure smooth flight operations. Maintain detailed records of all flight plans, operational data, and communications. Conduct post-flight analysis to assess operational efficiency and identify areas for improvement. Ensure adherence to fatigue management policies for flight crew and dispatch personnel. Continuously update knowledge on aviation regulations, weather phenomena, and operational procedures.

Requirements

Valid Flight Dispatcher License or equivalent certification (e.g., SACAA License). Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Flight Dispatcher or in a closely related aviation operations role. Thorough knowledge of aviation meteorology, navigation, and air traffic control procedures. Strong understanding of aircraft performance, weight and balance, and fuel planning. Proficiency in flight planning software and operational support systems. Excellent decision-making, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills. Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities. Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Willingness to work irregular hours, including shifts, nights, weekends, and public holidays. Must possess a strong commitment to aviation safety.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical insurance, and a retirement savings plan.
• We provide opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the company.
• Employees benefit from flight privileges and discounts.
• Our client fosters a culture of safety and teamwork.
• This position is based at our Polokwane operations center, offering a stable career in a dynamic industry.
• We offer paid time off and support for work-life balance within the demands of shift work.
• Join our dedicated team and play a key role in ensuring safe and efficient flight operations.