Senior Flight Dispatcher

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work arrangement

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development opportunities

Impact on global flight operations

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Flight Dispatcher to join our remote operations center. You will plan and monitor flights, ensure safe and compliant operations, and coordinate with pilots and air traffic control from a fully remote setting.

The ideal candidate has a valid Flight Dispatcher license, 6+ years in flight operations, and strong knowledge of meteorology, aviation regulations, navigation, and aircraft systems.

Qualifications

• Valid Flight Dispatcher license or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 years in flight operations or dispatch.
• Strong knowledge of aviation regulations, meteorology, navigation, and aircraft systems.
• Proficiency with flight planning software and comms systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and issue flight plans, considering weather conditions, ATC restrictions, and aircraft performance.
• Monitor flight progress in real-time, provide updates and adjust plans as needed.
• Communicate with pilots, ATC, and stakeholders regarding flight operations.
• Ensure compliance with international and domestic aviation regulations and company policies.
• Analyze weather forecasts to assess potential impacts on operations.
• Train and mentor junior dispatchers in a remote team environment.

Skills

Decision making under pressure

Remote collaboration communication

Aviation regulations knowledge

Meteorology knowledge

Navigation knowledge

Aircraft systems knowledge

Tools

Flight planning software

Communication systems

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced and highly organized Senior Flight Dispatcher to join their remote operations center. This position is fully remote, offering a unique opportunity to manage flight operations from anywhere. You will be responsible for planning and monitoring flights, ensuring they operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all regulations. This role requires exceptional decision-making skills, a deep understanding of meteorology, air traffic control procedures, and aircraft performance. As a remote Senior Flight Dispatcher, you will be a critical link in the chain ensuring the smooth and safe execution of all flight schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and issue flight plans, considering weather conditions, air traffic control restrictions, and aircraft performance data.
• Monitor flight progress in real-time, providing necessary updates and making adjustments to flight plans as required.
• Communicate effectively with pilots, air traffic control, and other relevant stakeholders regarding flight operations.
• Ensure compliance with all international and domestic aviation regulations and company policies.
• Analyze weather forecasts and reports to assess potential impacts on flight operations.
• Train and mentor junior flight dispatchers, sharing expertise and best practices in a remote team environment.

Requirements

• Valid Flight Dispatcher license or equivalent certification.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in flight operations or dispatch.
• Comprehensive knowledge of aviation regulations, meteorology, navigation, and aircraft systems.
• Proficiency in using flight planning software and communication systems.
• Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions under pressure and manage dynamic situations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement with home office support.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and advanced training.
• A critical role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of global flight operations .