New Posting - Hawkair

Hawkair Aviation is currently looking for full time Flight Dispatchers. Hawkair is a regional airline based in Terrace BC; we operate a fleet of Dash 8 regional airliners servicing the destinations of Terrace, Prince Rupert, and Smithers to Vancouver with our scheduled services. We also offer charter services to a number of customers throughout western Canada. Additional information about us can be found at www.hawkair.ca Flight Dispatcher - Position Criteria: Responsible for planning daily flight operations following safety and efficiency standards consistent to passenger comfort and on-time performance. Exercise and maintain joint responsibility with the Pilot in Command for operational control in all matters affecting safety of flights following C.A.R’s. Assure that appropriate personnel are informed of significant changes in flight status such as delays, diversions or cancellations, aircraft substitutions. Initiate operational flight information and time limited decisions by accessing computer to gather and interpret information. Maintain effective communication between all Operations departments; base staff/managers and other departments to minimize flight delays and day-of-flight schedule integrity. Analyze and review information to assure availability of crews and aircraft for scheduled and charter flights. Perform other duties as directed by Chief Dispatcher or Director of Operations. Prerequisites: Preference will be given to those who have written and passed both Transport Canada Flight Dispatch Generic Exams (FDMET, FDOPS)  Minimum 21 years of age, as required by Transport Canada.  Must have strong team building skills and the ability to be a team player as well as work independently when necessary. Able to work under tight constraints and under stressful and/or emergency situations. Must be able to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English Language.  Willing to work shift work. Must pass a criminal background check in order to obtain Airport Security Pass Valid driver’s license. Working Conditions: This is a 24/7 operation. Dispatcher position is shift work including days, evenings and weekends. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume including Competition # to: Human Resources email: hr@hawkair.ca or fax to: 250-635-1353 We would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest in Hawkair; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.