Flight Dispatcher - Plan, Optimize & Safeguard Flights

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Flight Dispatcher to join our operations centre in Welkom. You will plan and coordinate flight operations, monitor weather conditions, flight plans, and aircraft status, working closely with pilots, ATC, and maintenance to ensure safety and efficiency.

The role requires a valid Flight Dispatcher license, a minimum of 3 years in flight operations, and solid knowledge of meteorology, navigation, and aerodynamics.

Qualifications

• Valid Flight Dispatcher license or equivalent certification.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in flight operations or dispatch.
• Thorough understanding of aviation meteorology, navigation, and aerodynamics.
• Proficiency in flight planning software and systems.
• Excellent communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Plan and authorize flight paths, considering weather, ATC, and fuel requirements.
• Monitor flight progress and provide updates to flight crews en route.
• Ensure compliance with aviation regulations.
• Prepare and disseminate flight documentation, including NOTAMs and weather briefings.
• Coordinate with ground operations, maintenance, and ATC to manage flight schedules.
• Make critical decisions regarding diversions or cancellations in unforeseen circumstances.

Skills

Flight operations

Decision making

Communication

Problem solving

Team coordination

Education

Flight Dispatcher license

Tools

Flight planning software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Flight Dispatcher to join our operations centre in Welkom. You will plan and coordinate flight operations, monitor weather conditions, flight plans, and aircraft status, working closely with pilots, ATC, and maintenance to ensure safety and efficiency.

The role requires a valid Flight Dispatcher license, a minimum of 3 years in flight operations, and solid knowledge of meteorology, navigation, and aerodynamics.