Flight Dispatcher

Job summary

OVERVIEW Reports to the Supervisor of Operational Control The Flight Coordinator – Type B(Dispatch) will be responsible for: • the technical aspects of flight planning and flight watch for our 705 aircraft as per Transport Canada standards. • Handle all facets of the day-to-day flight operations • Handle logistics planning • Maintain the daily flight schedule • Book flights • Organizing and assisting with ground support for departing and arriving aircraft • Keep relevant personnel informed with trip information • Attending the phones/radio • Coordinate with customers and other departments to…

Job details

OVERVIEW Reports to the Supervisor of Operational Control The Flight Coordinator – Type B(Dispatch) will be responsible for: • the technical aspects of flight planning and flight watch for our 705 aircraft as per Transport Canada standards. • Handle all facets of the day-to-day flight operations • Handle logistics planning • Maintain the daily flight schedule • Book flights • Organizing and assisting with ground support for departing and arriving aircraft • Keep relevant personnel informed with trip information • Attending the phones/radio • Coordinate with customers and other departments to ensure all flights depart and arrive safely. • Other duties as required REQUIREMENTS: • 21 years old, minimum with a high school diploma or equivalent; • Successfully completed Transport Canada Dispatch exams (FDMET,FDOPS); • Able to work shift work, including nights; • Be a proven team player who demonstrates leadership abilities and a positive and energetic attitude when interacting with customers or coworkers; • Able to work effectively both individually and as a member of a team, sometimes under difficult and stressful circumstances; • Excellent organizational and time-management skills; • Ability to make critical decisions with limited information; • Solid oral and written communication skills; • Strong work ethic and positive team attitude; • Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy; • Previous experience in a similar role or setting will be considered an asset. COMPENSATION: • Competitive Wages • Group RRSP Matching • Work life balance • Interline Travel • Health and Dental Benefits • EFAP Employee, Family Assistance Program • Work parties • Stocked Kitchen PERKS OF LIVING IN YELLOWKNIFE: • Small Community Feel • More than 15km’s of trails, 4 off leash dog parks • Deep Heritage • 700 recreation & leisure programs year round • Amazing views, and long summer days • Higher than average incomes • Short commutes • Over a dozen lakes • Two words: Northern Lights • A little something for everyone At Air Tindi we work together to provide an inclusive environment. We are committed to employment equity and encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We want to thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected will be contacted for an interview.

Listed skills

• Control · Preferred
• organizing · Preferred
• Technical · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Planning · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Accuracy · Preferred
• Logistics · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• positive · Preferred

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