Remote Aircraft Dispatcher

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Equipment provided

Health benefits

Performance bonuses

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a diligent Remote Aircraft Dispatcher to join our operations team from home. You will plan, monitor, and coordinate aircraft movements across the network, using advanced dispatch software and clear communication with crews, control, and regulators.

In this fully remote role, you will ensure safe, efficient operations while maintaining logs and complying with aviation regulations. A home office setup and strong remote collaboration are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Current Aircraft Dispatcher certification (e.g., SACAA equivalent).
• Proven experience in flight operations or aircraft dispatch.
• In-depth knowledge of aviation regulations, meteorology, and navigation principles.
• Proficiency with flight planning software and communication systems.
• Excellent decision‑making abilities and calmness under pressure.
• Strong remote communication skills and a dedicated home office setup suitable for a remote role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize flight plans, considering weather, airspace restrictions, and operational requirements.
• Monitor flight progress in real-time, proactively addressing any deviations or potential issues.
• Communicate flight updates, clearances, and critical information to flight crews, air traffic control, and operational stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all aviation regulations, company policies, and operational procedures.
• Manage operational disruptions, such as weather delays or mechanical issues, and implement contingency plans.
• Maintain accurate flight logs and operational records, utilizing sophisticated dispatch software systems.

Skills

Aircraft dispatch cert

Flight operations experience

Aviation regulations knowledge

Flight planning software

Communication systems

Decision making under pressure

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and experienced Remote Aircraft Dispatcher to join their operations team, working entirely from home. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for flight planning, monitoring, and coordinating aircraft movements to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations across their network. You will leverage advanced flight tracking software and communicate effectively with flight crews, ground operations, and regulatory authorities. This fully remote position offers the flexibility to manage critical aviation logistics from anywhere, contributing to a vital function within the company without the need for a physical office presence in Welkom .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize flight plans, considering weather, airspace restrictions, and operational requirements.
• Monitor flight progress in real-time, proactively addressing any deviations or potential issues.
• Communicate flight updates, clearances, and critical information to flight crews, air traffic control, and operational stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all aviation regulations, company policies, and operational procedures.
• Manage operational disruptions, such as weather delays or mechanical issues, and implement contingency plans.
• Maintain accurate flight logs and operational records, utilizing sophisticated dispatch software systems.

Requirements

• Current Aircraft Dispatcher certification (e.g., SACAA equivalent).
• Proven experience in flight operations or aircraft dispatch.
• In-depth knowledge of aviation regulations, meteorology, and navigation principles.
• Proficiency with flight planning software and communication systems.
• Excellent decision-making abilities and calmness under pressure.
• Strong remote communication skills and a dedicated home office setup suitable for a remote role.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• The flexibility and convenience of a fully remote work arrangement.
• Company-provided equipment and software licenses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunity to be a key player in aviation operations from the comfort of your home office, impacting flights globally from Welkom .