Closing on: May 16, 2025

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The Company is seeking an FOO to assist in the Operations Control Centre department. The primary responsibility of this position is to ensure the safe and reliable dispatch of flights through efficient flight planning and operational control while maintaining compliance with the company’s Operations Manual, SACARS, SACATS, and other applicable regulations.

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Key Responsibilities:

  • Collect, monitor, interpret, and disseminate weather and aeronautical information to ensure each flight is planned safely and efficiently.
  • Research and collate data for flight planning, dispatch release, and flight information.
  • Calculate fuel loads and aircraft performance requirements for each flight.
  • Request permits, overflight clearances, airport slots, landing permissions, and customs clearance as required.
  • Issue operational flight plans and crew briefing documents.
  • Provide flight crews with operational information regarding airfield serviceability, weather, communication facilities, and changing in-flight conditions.
  • Monitor flights (Flight Watch) per SACAA regulations and company policies to ensure safe operations.
  • Ensure all documentation complies with SACAA regulations and is filed accordingly.

General:

  • Knowledge of the Operations and Cabin Services policies and procedures 
  • Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in collaboration with others.
  • Strong conflict resolution skills, ability to resolve difficult interactions.
  • Ability to give feedback in a constructive manner.
  • Strong sense of integrity and work ethic
  • Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of the Microsoft Suite.
  • Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • An awareness of Health and Safety rules and regulations.
  • National Senior Certificate
  • Intercultural competence.
  • Valid driving license.
  • South African citizen or be eligible to work in South Africa.

By applying for this vacancy, you consent to any personal information contained within your application and/or CV being processed for recruitment purposes. Your personal information will not be shared with any third-party without explicit consent from the applicant, and that all personal information belonging to unsuccessful applicants will be deleted from any records in compliance with the POPI Act.

Job Category: Flight Operations
Job Type: Permanent Position
Job Location: OR Tambo International Airport

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