Technical Flight Dispatcher

## Synopsis\n\nTo update and maintain EY flight planning system from data perspective through liaison with flight planning system provider, data providers and flight operations in order to ensure that EY flight planning is fully optimised and integrated.\n\n## Accountabilities\n\n * Lead and direct the development, testing and implementation of flight dispatch support systems in close liaison with IT.\n * Ascertain necessary technical information in consideration of route optimization for all EY flights based on different weather prognosis\n * Maintain ongoing integrity and operational efficiency of all EY flight dispatch and technical support systems worldwide.\n * Ascertain necessary technical information in consideration of route optimization for all EY flights based on different weather prognosis (seasonal) in the network.\n * Provide guidance and communication to the flight dispatch, flight operations management and technical pilots on all changes in present and future air navigation.\n * Is responsible and accountable for identifying safety risks in accordance with the risk assessment process.\n * Maintain detailed air traffic flow management/restriction data and ensure that the database reflects all route information manual information if applicable\n\n\n\n## Education \u0026 Experience\n\n * Minimum education to degree level with a valid flight dispatch license or aeronautical qualification.\n * Must speak and write English fluently.\n * Post holder must have at least 10 years experience in flight operations environment, out of which at least 5 flight dispatch experience. System support experience is required.\n * Extensive Lido flight planning experience\n\n\n\nAbout Etihad Airways\n\nEtihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, was formed in 2003 and quickly went on to become one of the world\u2019s leading airlines. From its home in Abu Dhabi, Etihad flies to passenger and cargo destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia and North America. Together with Etihad\u2019s codeshare partners, Etihad\u2019s network offers access to hundreds of international destinations. In recent years, Etihad has received numerous awards for its superior service and products, cargo offering, loyalty programme and more. All this ties into Etihad\u2019s ambitious Journey 2030 strategy. The airline plans to double its fleet size and triple the number of customers over the next six years as it sets out to be the airline everyone wants to fly!\n\nTo learn more, visit etihad.com\n\nRecruitment Fraud Alert\n\nBeware of fraudulent job offers from individuals or organizations claiming to represent the Etihad group. We will never ask for personal information, bank details, or payment during the recruitment process. Interviews are conducted face-to-face or via video/telephone before any formal offer. If you are asked for money, please treat it as fraudulent.\n