New Posting - Westjet

Coordinator - Operations
Westjet Airlines - Calgary, AB

Posting Open Date: 02/11/2014 Posting Close Date: 02/18/2014 (Please note the posting will close at 11:59pm EST) Operations Coordinator *****12 month term Purpose: This position reports to the Manager of Operations Coordinator and is responsible for coordination and support of the daily flight schedule including both regular and irregular operations. This position formulates implements and communicates IROP contingency plans with the goal of maximizing SPOT and minimizing operational and guest impact. Job Description: Formulate, implement and communicate IROP contingency plans in conjunction with the Chief Operations Coordinator and Airports Communication Coordinator  Monitor flight delays, cancellations, weather advisories, aircraft swaps, flight reroutes and other operational constraints and communicate these to affected stations and flight crews  Responsible for managing Sabre Movement Control including performing IROP functions, forecasting flight delays, identifying priority flights and creating extra flight segments as required  Manage gate assignment for tier two and tier three centralized, trans border and International stations  Monitor and review delay coding on behalf of Flight Operations and trans border and international stations and engage flight crews and other stakeholders as required for additional information and clarification  Assist the Chief Operations Coordinator with incident reporting through WestJet’s Incident Notification System  Initiate Emergency Response notification as required in conjunction with the Chief Operations Coordinator  Coordinate operational support requirements between flight crews and airports  Coordinate and communicate customs exemptions for approved trans-border flights  Liaise with Flight Crews, Airports, and Emergency Response providers to ensure emergency medical assistance is provided as required by guests and/or flight crews  Qualifications: Must be able to work shift work  Minimum 1 year Airline Operational experience required  Working knowledge of Sabre applications including FliteTrac Plot is an asset  Intermediate level of MS Office applications required  Radio License required  Possess high degree of motivation and commitment to work independently in a fast-paced dynamic environment  Proven ability to multi-task during high stress situations with minimal supervision  Proven ability to communicate in clear, accurate, concise and professional manner  Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize workload  Possess strong interpersonal skills with the capability of establishing respect and credibility through actions  WestJet is Canada's most preferred airline, operating over one hundred aircraft to destinations in North America, Central America and the Caribbean. We are recognized as a Top Employer in Canada and our more than 9000 employees work hard to ensure we maintain our position as one of Canada's most respected corporate cultures. With the launch of WestJet Encore, we will continue our steady growth by offering flights and jobs to more cities in Canada. We would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest in WestJet. We believe in enriching the lives of everyone in WestJet's world and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you inspire greater creativity and innovation towards reaching new altitudes and meet the qualifications for the position in which you are interested, we welcome you to complete an online application. WestJet is a great place to land - powered by Talent and Growth. Safety comes first at WestJet.