New Posting - Summit Air

Summit Air has been delivering remote aviation solutions to its valued customers for over 20 years. We have one of the largest and most diverse fleets in the industry. From moving cargo, to transferring passengers, to recreational flights for adventurers seeking to discover the North, we move people and freight. Summit Air is owned and operated by the Ledcor Group of Companies, one of North America’s most diversified construction companies. Summit Air is seeking an experienced Dispatcher to support our flight operations based in Yellowknife, NT. The Dispatcher is responsible for ensuring that all aspects of Summit flights are in accordance with company procedures, including planning and monitoring of both pre- and post-flight phases. This role oversees the scheduling and dispatching of all Summit aircraft. Responsibilities Schedule and dispatch all aircraft on a daily basis Ensure compliance with Transport Canada and company regulations Check flight plans for completeness and accuracy Review and maintain flight logs and other reports Brief flight crews prior to departure and provide pilots with information essential to aviation safety Contact crew prior to flights to ensure awareness of upcoming flight schedule Delay or cancel flights as warranted Manage and update charter logs, flight and flight duty times, pilot availability reports, and inspection schedules Requirements Previous experience in a dispatching role preferred; familiarity with the Aviation industry highly preferred Valid Air Operator Radio License considered an asset Transport Canada Flight Dispatch Generic Exams an asset Ability to learn quickly, and to retain high volumes of information Analytical and organized, with strong interpersonal and communication skills Northern experience an asset Must be willing to relocate to Yellowknife, NT Work Conditions Ability to work shifts is required Please apply online at http://jobs.ledcor.com/ Search term: Aviation OR click on the link: http://jobs.ledcor.com/jobs/958666-Dispatcher-Aviation.aspx http://www.flysummitair.com http://www.ledcor.com