As a Junior Flight Dispatcher, forming part of the OCC team, you will report to the Head of OCC, and will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Prepare flight programmes to meet Company requirements, including the scheduling of training flights in all aspects.
• Update and rearrange accommodation and ground transportation for crews, as required, following any program changes.
• Ensure the provision of any information required before a flight including, in particular, current weather reports and up-to-date NOTAMs, and notifying aircrew of any potential hazard to safety.
• Prepare pre-flight documentation, crew briefs, airfield.
• Assist with flight feasibility and aircraft performances.
• Coordinate all signals relating to flight delay/re-routes to third party service providers such as ground handlers, fuel suppliers, caterers, and airport authorities.
• Maintain a Watch Log recording all incidents, actions, communication, etc. relevant to the flight programme and prepare a written, accurate Handover/Status Report for the oncoming shift.
• Liaise with Engineering on all matters concerning the continued serviceability of the Company’s fleet with specific regard to maintaining contract commitments and schedules.

Ideal profile:

• Experience in working with scheduled airlines will be an asset.
• Knowledge of EASA regulations, especially Flight Duty Limitations and ability to read aerodrome charts and use of the Jeppesen Software.
• Have a sound understanding of worldwide flight operations procedures.
• Trained in flight planning and dispatch, preferably with a certificate/dispatch license
• Fully conversant with spoken and written English
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Highly motivated and flexible with strong decision-making skills
• Able to work under pressure, well organized, with excellent time management
• Able to prioritize and work in a team environment
• Knowledge of PPS Flight Planning System / APG / FL3XX is beneficial

This position is only available on a shift basis including Nights, Public holidays and weekends.