Senior Flight Operations Manager - Pretoria

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and retirement fund

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Flight Operations Manager to oversee flight operations from our Pretoria base. You will lead dispatch and operations control teams while ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and efficient scheduling.

Responsibilities include policy development, risk assessment, and strategic input for fleet operations. The ideal candidate has deep airline operations experience and strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Aviation-related degree or extensive relevant experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in airline flight operations management.
• Proven experience in managing flight dispatch and operations control centers.
• In-depth knowledge of ICAO and SACAA aviation regulations pertaining to flight operations.
• Strong understanding of flight planning software, weather systems, and NOTAMs.
• Excellent leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder management.
• Ability to work flexible hours and respond to operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage daily flight operations, ensuring adherence to schedules and safety protocols.
• Develop and implement operational policies and procedures in line with regulatory requirements.
• Manage flight dispatcher and operations control teams, including scheduling and performance management.
• Oversee flight planning, weather monitoring, and operational risk assessment.
• Ensure compliance with all aviation regulations, including those set by the SACAA.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, airport authorities, and other stakeholders.
• Manage operational disruptions and emergencies, developing effective contingency plans.
• Contribute to strategic planning for fleet operations and expansion.
• Monitor operational performance metrics and identify areas for improvement.
• Foster a safety-first culture within the flight operations department.

Skills

Airline ops mgmt

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Flight planning software

Weather systems

NOTAMs management

Decision making

Education

Aviation-related degree

Tools

Flight planning software

Weather monitoring systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic regional airline, is seeking an experienced Senior Flight Operations Manager to oversee flight operations from their headquarters in Pretoria, Gauteng. This senior role is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant execution of all flight operations. You will manage a team of flight dispatchers, operations controllers, and contribute to strategic planning for the flight department. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in airline operations management, a strong understanding of aviation regulations, and excellent leadership capabilities. This position requires a proactive individual dedicated to maintaining the highest operational standards in a demanding environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage daily flight operations, ensuring adherence to schedules and safety protocols.
• Develop and implement operational policies and procedures in line with regulatory requirements.
• Manage flight dispatcher and operations control teams, including scheduling and performance management.
• Oversee flight planning, weather monitoring, and operational risk assessment.
• Ensure compliance with all aviation regulations, including those set by the SACAA.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, airport authorities, and other stakeholders.
• Manage operational disruptions and emergencies, developing effective contingency plans.
• Contribute to strategic planning for fleet operations and expansion.
• Monitor operational performance metrics and identify areas for improvement.
• Foster a safety-first culture within the flight operations department.

Requirements

• Aviation-related degree or extensive relevant experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in airline flight operations management.
• Proven experience in managing flight dispatch and operations control centers.
• In-depth knowledge of ICAO and SACAA aviation regulations pertaining to flight operations.
• Strong understanding of flight planning software, weather systems, and NOTAMs.
• Excellent leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder management.
• Ability to work flexible hours and respond to operational needs.
• Experience with performance monitoring and data analysis is advantageous.
• Must have the legal right to work in Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement fund, and performance-based incentives. This hybrid role offers a combination of office-based work in Pretoria and remote flexibility. Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the airline industry are provided. Join a dedicated team focused on operational excellence and safety in the heart of Gauteng.