Flight Dispatcher

Job SummaryA dispatcher, qualified as per CAR section 705.110, is assigned the responsibility of exercising safe and efficient operational control over Porter Airlines Inc. flights in conjunction with the pilot-in-command.Duties & ResponsibilitiesA Dispatcher, qualified as per CARs section 705.110, is assigned the responsibility of exercising safe and efficient operational control over Porter Airlines flights in conjunction with the Pilot-In-Command, during Type A operations.Responsible for operational Pre-departure Planning and Flight Watch within a prescribed geographic area or assigned flights in accordance with the following:Canadian and foreign government rules and regulationsCompany flight operations manualsCorporate policies and proceduresTimely formulation, amendment and execution of the Operational Flight Plan (OFP) in keeping with safety, regulatory, customer service and corporate fiscal requirements.Authorizing the release of an aircraft to operate in accordance with the terms and conditions established by the OFPAnalyzing operational conditions and identifying any opportunities that may benefit or restrict operational capabilities, inclusive of, but not limited to, weather conditions, field conditions, ATC restrictions and aircraft performanceExercising operational control on a co-authority basis with the Pilot-In-Command and for the joint responsibility of the safe and efficient planning and monitoring of a flightPerforming operational Flight Watch and determining when changes to the OFP are required or when meteorological conditions may affect the safety or efficiency of flights within a prescribed area or on assigned routes, and communicating those changes to the operating flight crew as required in a timely mannerFormulating and implementing the revised OFP when conditions warrant, and communicating revised information to the Pilot-In-Command in a timely mannerWhen requested or operationally required provide the Pilot-In-Command with a thorough and professional flight crew briefing, covering all significant information which may impact the operation of the flightObtaining up-to-date flight progress information of assigned flights (Flight Watch) and to ensure that the flight tracking system is both current and accurateCommunicating to ATC all OFP requirementsInitiating Emergency Response proceduresResolving with Maintenance Operations Control (MOC) and the Pilot-In-Command, as required, any conflicts which may be caused by any aircraft dispatch deviation which may limit or impact it’s operational capabilities, and to communicate those operational limitations and their impact to the Duty Officer and respective operating branches as requiredActively participate in Porter’s Safety Management System (SMS) including reporting hazards and incidents encountered in daily operations; understand, comply and promote the Company Safety PolicyConducting On The Job Training for the position of Flight Dispatcher under the direction of the Chief Dispatcher, as assignedBehavioural CompetenciesConcern for Safety: Identifying hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and taking appropriate action to maintain a safe environment for self and others.Teamwork: Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals.Passenger/Customer Service: Providing service excellence to internal and/or external customers (passengers).Initiative: Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise.Results Focus: Focusing efforts on achieving high quality results consistent with the organization’s standards.Fostering Communication: Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and building consensus.QualificationsMinimum of 2 years’ experience in an airline operations centreRadiotelephone Operator's Restricted Certificate Successful completion of Transport Canada FDMET and FDOPS exams within last 2 yearsAt least 21 years of age per CARs Standard 725.124(21)(r)Working knowledge of CARs 705 or previous Type A (or equivalent) Flight Dispatch experienceAviation College or University Degree is an assetLocationToronto (Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport - YTZ)Company DescriptionSince 2006, Porter Airlines has been elevating the experience of economy air travel for every passenger, providing genuine hospitality with style, care and charm. Porter’s fleet of Embraer E195-E2 and De Havilland Dash 8-400 aircraft serves a North American network from Eastern Canada. Headquartered in Toronto, Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®. Visit www.flyporter.com or follow @porterairlines on Instagram, Facebook and X.