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FLIGHT OPERATIONS OFFICER / FLIGHT DISPATCHER

Job Description – Flight Operations Officer / Flight Dispatcher

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare, validate, and file ICAO Flight Plans for both domestic and international flight operations.
  • Coordinate overflight permits, landing permits, airport slots, Prior Permission Required (PPR) approvals, parking arrangements, and ground handling services.
  • Monitor aircraft movements from pre-flight preparation through flight completion and provide operational support as required.
  • Review weather conditions, NOTAMs, airport status, airspace restrictions, and other operational factors that may affect flight safety and efficiency.
  • Coordinate with Maintenance Control, Engineering, Ground Handling, Fuel Suppliers, Airport Authorities, and Flight Crew to ensure seamless flight operations.
  • Prepare complete flight dispatch documentation, including weather briefings, navigation packages, fuel planning, aircraft performance data, and operational releases.
  • Maintain continuous communication with clients and aircraft operators regarding flight schedules, delays, diversions, cancellations, and operational updates.
  • Support aircraft maintenance planning by coordinating aircraft availability, maintenance positioning flights, and operational scheduling.
  • Ensure compliance with CAAP, ICAO, FAA, company policies, and other applicable aviation regulations and operational standards.
  • Maintain accurate operational records, dispatch logs, flight documentation, and regulatory reports.
  • Participate in Aircraft on Ground (AOG) response, irregular operations, emergency response coordination, and operational recovery planning.
  • Assist in the continuous improvement of Flight Operations procedures, dispatch manuals, operational databases, and workflow automation initiatives.
  • Perform 24/7 operational control duties on a rotating shift schedule, including weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments as required.
  • Carry out other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Flight Operations Manager or immediate supervisor in support of safe and efficient flight operations.

Qualifications

Educational Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Aviation, Aeronautical Engineering, Aviation Management, or a related field is preferred.
  • Must possess a valid Flight Dispatcher License.
  • Relevant experience in flight dispatch, flight operations, or airline operational control is an advantage.

Knowledge and Technical Skills

  • Strong knowledge of ICAO Annexes, CAAP Regulations, flight planning procedures, NOTAM interpretation, METAR/TAF decoding, aircraft performance, weight and balance, fuel planning, ETOPS concepts, airport operational requirements, and international overflight and landing permit coordination.
  • Knowledge of aircraft operational limitations, airline dispatch procedures, and flight monitoring processes.
  • Familiarity with Flight Planning Systems, Aviation Information Systems, and operational control software.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and Google Workspace.
  • Understanding of aviation safety management principles and regulatory compliance requirements.

Core Competencies

  • Critical decision-making and sound judgment
  • Strong situational awareness
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Ability to perform effectively under operational pressure and tight deadlines
  • Strong customer service and stakeholder coordination skills
  • Professional integrity, accountability, and confidentiality
  • Team player with the ability to collaborate across multiple operational departments
  • Adaptability and flexibility to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and respond to operational emergencies

Experience Requirements

  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience in Flight Operations, Flight Dispatch, Operations Control Center (OCC), Flight Planning, Aircraft Scheduling, or other related aviation operations.
  • Experience in coordinating overflight and landing permits, airport slots, ground handling arrangements, and aircraft movement monitoring.
  • Experience supporting business aviation, charter operations, ACMI, cargo operations, or corporate flight operations is preferred.
  • Proven experience in preparing flight dispatch documentation, operational releases, and flight planning packages.
  • Experience coordinating with pilots, maintenance personnel, airport authorities, air traffic services, and third-party service providers.
  • Familiarity with irregular operations (IROPS), Aircraft on Ground (AOG) situations, and operational recovery planning is an advantage.

Pay: Php16,000.00 - Php25,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

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