Flight Dispatcher

Your Future is Bright

At Canadian North, we don't just fly planes, we connect people, deliver essential goods, and support 25 northern communities that rely on us every day. Whether you're on the ground or in the air, working with us means being part of something bigger.

You'll help strengthen communities, honor Indigenous cultures, and bring vital services to some of the most remote and remarkable places in Canada. 

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Purpose-Driven Work – Your skills keep northern communities connected


• Competitive Pay & Benefits – Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement plan


• Discounted Travel + Free Travel Passes – Enjoy worldwide flight privileges after probation


• Career Growth – Build your aviation career with the trusted airline of the Arctic

Total Rewards & Employee Benefits

We’re committed to offering a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, security, and future.

• Extended health, dental, and life insurance (after 1 month)


• Short- & long-term disability coverage (after 1 month)


• Retirement savings plan (after 6 months)


• Travel privileges with Canadian North (after 1 month) and partner airlines (after 6 months)


• Cargo shipping privileges (per company policy)


• Opportunities for advancement within a trusted Canadian airline

About the position:

Reporting to Manager, Flight Dispatch. 

Level: As per the CALDA Collective Agreement. 

* In accordance with the CALDA Collective Agreement. 

Please note:  This is an on-site position

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Must be able to perform, but not be limited to, the following duties and responsibilities:

• Exercise safe and efficient operational control over all flights operating under Type A dispatch authority, in conjunction with the Pilot In Command and in accordance with CARs and other foreign regulations;


• Provide flight planning, route analysis and fuel calculations;


• Revise and communicate Operational Flight Plan changes and amendments to the Pilot In Command as required in a co-authority dispatch environment;


• Monitor and assess meteorological information disseminated through various weather agencies;


• Flight Watch responsibilities as stipulated by the CARS and CASS;


• Provide in depth briefings to flight crews, duty managers, and other operational staff and management as required;


• Ensure aircraft limitations are adhered to and communicated with flight operations and maintenance personnel;


• Coordinate with Air Traffic Control Services regarding Operational Flight Plan requirements and any related changes and/or revisions;


• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Include, but not limited to, the following minimum skills and qualifications:

• 21 years of age (Transport Canada requirement);


• Completion of Transport Canada Flight Dispatcher’s Generic Exams (FDMET, FDOPS);


• Valid Radiotelephone Operators Certificate;


• Post Secondary Education (2 years);


• Two (2) years of previous experience;


• Post Secondary Education in a field related to Aviation or Meteorology an asset;


• Transport Canada (or FAA) Flight Dispatcher Certification or Pilot’s License considered an asset;


• Working knowledge and understanding of the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARS) and Standards (CASS);


• Proficiency with Navblue products, AIMS, Sabre, Fusion and Microsoft applications an asset;


• Superior verbal communication skills, both listening and speaking;


• Ability to work in a high pressure environment;


• Excellent interpersonal and adaptability skills;


• Ability to work day, evening, and night shifts in a 24-7 operational environment, with a willingness to work overtime as required;


• Ability to travel to remote Northern communities when required;


• Ability to communicate in Inuktitut a definite asset;


• Ability to obtain and retain an Airport Restricted Area Identity Card in accordance with the Airport Restricted Area Access Clearance Program regulated by Transport Canada.

Closing date: February 6, 2026