Flight Dispatcher

Jazeera Airways is currently looking for a Flight Dispatcher who exercises
non-shared system with PIC & has been delegated part of operational control
functions such as but not limited to evaluating the weather, flight planning,
route selection, cancel, delay or terminate flights with consideration given
to safety and security above all other factors.
Responsibilities and Duties:
* Assist the PIC in flight preparation and provide the relevant information required
* File a flight plan with the appropriate ATS unit
* Furnish the PIC in flight, by appropriate means, with information that may be necessary for the safe conduct of the flight
* Has Non-Shared system with the PIC for the safety and operational control of flights
* Authorizes, regulates, and controls commercial airline flights according to government and company regulations to expedite and ensure safety of flight
* Analyses and evaluates meteorological information to determine potential hazards to safety of flight and to select the most desirable and economic route of flight
* Prepares flight plans containing information such as maximum allowable take-off and landing weights, weather reports, field conditions, NOTAMS, and many other informational components required for the safe completion of flight such as cargo information including dangerous goods
* Prepares and signs the dispatch release
* Flight Dispatcher is responsible to track Jazeera Airways aircraft fleet all the time and make sure Aircraft position is auto-reported every ‎15 minutes through Global Beacon tracking system & notify the appropriate ATS unit when the position of the aircraft cannot be determined and attempts to establish communication are unsuccessful
* Delays or cancels flights if unsafe conditions threaten the safety of aircraft or passengers
* Monitors weather conditions, aircraft position reports, and aeronautical navigation charts to evaluate the progress of flight
* Updates the pilot in command of significant changes to weather or flight plan and recommends flight plan alternates, such as changing course, altitude and, if required, en-route landings in the interest of safety and economy
* Arranging unplanned charter or extra flights on the instruction of operations management, coordinating requisite tasks with different departments and relevant external agencies
* Receives post flight documents and other records, log it in the operational system, forward copies/originals to appropriate departments as necessary and storage as per procedures
* Originates and disseminates flight information to others in his/her company including stations and reservations
* Coordinate fuelling, catering, engineering services, ramp and airport handling services for preparation of flight and cater to specific requests of crew ensuring safe, economic and on time operation of JZR flights
* Monitor radio communications and respond appropriately

Requirements and Qualifications:
* Minimum High School
* Minimum ‎2 years of work experience in a similar role
* Holds valid flight dispatch certificate/license or equivalent
* Flight planning System Knowledge and experience
* Strong co-ordination skills
* Proficient in MS Office Suite
* Excellent communication skills