Flight Dispatcher - Hiring Immediately

We are on the lookout for a focused Flight Dispatcher to join our vibrant team at Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd in Tung Chung.
Growing your career as a Full Time Flight Dispatcher is an incredible opportunity to develop competitive skills.
If you are strong in presentation, creativity and have the right initiative for the job, then apply for the position of Flight Dispatcher at Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd today!

Cathay Pacific Airways is an international airline registered and based in Hong Kong, flying to over 190 destinations around the world. We are proud of our home Hong Kong, where the company was founded in 1946. Our corporate headquarters are located at Hong Kong International Airport. We employ over 21,000 people worldwide. We are also a founding member of the oneworld global alliance whose combined network serves over 750 destinations worldwide.

Reports To: Flight Dispatch Coordinator
Department: Flight Operations (FOP) The Flight Dispatcher is responsible to ensure the safe, legal, and efficient operation of Cathay Pacific Group’s flights in accordance with HKCAD 360 and company operational manual. They need to flight planning, dispatch and release the group’s aircraft 24/7 with strong situation awareness and organization skills. Key Responsibilities

• Dispatch group’s aircraft by LIDO Flight Planning System, including monitor LIDO AOS system and take action accordingly.
• To ensure flight planning and crew briefing duties are delivered in an effective and efficient manner.
• To provide general flight watch coverage to minimize flight disruptions caused by ATC restrictions, weather, and NOTAM related advisories by evaluating, recommending, and implementing alternative flight planning and Dispatch solutions.
• To monitor, in particular, EDTO operations to ensure flights operate within legal requirements and payload is optimized through cost-effective route planning.
• To work closely with IOC, Engineering, Airports, Cargo, and Flight Operations Management to implement cost effective solutions to day-of-operation problems and contribute to the IOC decision making process.
• To liaise closely with ATC and Meteorological centers around the network for flight plan filing and weather updates for routine and ad hoc situations.
• To handle Flight Crew queries and feedback in a positive, timely and helpful manner. Ensure feedback is channeled through management and corrective action where required implemented.
• To mentor, and motivate, Flight Dispatchers in the conduct of their duties to ensure a cohesive and positive work environment.
• Keep abreast of knowledge and latest developments in the areas of flight planning and Dispatch methodology, the regulatory environment, and technology.
• Develop a professional and positive attitude towards work and encourage the same from staff through personal action.
• Perform on job trainer duty.

Requirements

Knowledge

• Good knowledge of airline and flight operations.
• On hand experience in LIDO Flight Planning System is an advantage.
• ICAO/FAA Aircraft Dispatcher License is an advantage.

Skills

• Computer literacy Microsoft Office programme (WORDS, EXCEL, VISIO, ACCESS, POWERPOINT). Software programming knowledge is preferred.
• Strong leadership and analytical skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with people at all levels and in a multi-cultural working environment.
• Good time management skills, logical, structured with systematic approach, organized, detail focused and methodical
• Excellent command of English (Written and spoken).

Experience

• At least 2-year experience in Airlines Flight Dispatch environment.
• Tertiary Education with Passed in HKCEE or HKDSE English subject or equivalent qualification.
• Candidate with less qualifications and experience will be considered as Flight Dispatch Officer.

Application deadline: 24 March 2023

Personal & Application Information

Cathay Pacific is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with our personal data policy and for recruitment purposes only. Candidates not notified within eight weeks may consider their application unsuccessful. All related information will be kept in our file for up to 24 months. A copy of our Personal Information Collection Statement will be provided upon request by contacting our Data Protection Officer.

Please note that with effect from 1 June 2022 onwards, all Cathay employees and contractors who work in Cathay City and all other Cathay Group Company premises in Hong Kong must have received a third dose of COVID 19 vaccine. Being tested regularly for COVID-19 is not an option. Consideration will be given to those who are unable to get vaccinated for valid medical reasons.

Benefits of working as a Flight Dispatcher in Tung Chung:

● Learning opportunities
● Opportunities to grow
● Advantageous package