Senior Aircraft Dispatcher - Flight Operations Lead

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 380,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Advanced flight ops tech

Professional development

Dynamic, collaborative hub

Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, seeks an experienced Aircraft Dispatcher to manage flight operations from our George hub. You will plan and monitor flights, coordinate with crews, maintenance, and operations control to optimize routing, fuel, weather considerations, and contingency planning.

The role requires up-to-date aviation regulatory knowledge, excellent communication, and the ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Aircraft Dispatcher certification or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in flight operations or dispatch.
• In-depth knowledge of aviation regulations, meteorology, and navigation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and disseminate flight plans, considering weather, airspace restrictions, and operational requirements.
• Monitor flight progress in real-time, providing support and making adjustments as conditions change.
• Calculate and verify fuel requirements and ensure weight and balance compliance.
• Coordinate with air traffic control, station operations and maintenance to move flights and resolve issues.
• Analyze meteorological data to assess weather impacts on safety and efficiency.
• Adhere to aviation regulations and company policies.

Skills

2+ years dispatch experience

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Education

Aircraft Dispatcher certification

Tools

Flight planning software

Communications systems

Job description

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, seeks an experienced Aircraft Dispatcher to manage flight operations from our George hub. You will plan and monitor flights, coordinate with crews, maintenance, and operations control to optimize routing, fuel, weather considerations, and contingency planning.

The role requires up-to-date aviation regulatory knowledge, excellent communication, and the ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.