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Flight Operations Officer

We are currently recruiting on behalf of Magma Aviation Ltd, who are a subsidiary of Chapman Freeborn, for a Flight Operations Officer to join their existing team in Gatwick due to company growth.   

Magma Aviation Ltd are a privately owned, independent, air cargo company operating a complete service worldwide. Our experience, knowledge and flexibility means that you can rely on us; whether using our scheduled services or ad-hoc full and part charter options, for a complete airport to airport freight transportation solution.

The successful candidate will be a motivated individual who possesses excellent communication skills and the ability to handle a varied and pressured work load. This role would suit a candidate with at least 1-2 years’ experience in a similar operational role. 

Purpose of Role

• Provide prompt and efficient aviation logistical services to clients.

• Provide a professional and positive image of the Company to clients and suppliers.

• Promote and act positively upon all commercial opportunities for the business.    

Key Job Responsibilities

Duty Officer

• Continuous monitoring and action of requests by suppliers and clients;

• Follow the Company operating systems and procedures;

• Updating the database with new projects and information;

• Raising Requests for Services and Service Agreements;

• Support aircraft brokers where required in setup of sub charters to meet airline client’s need; 

• Reconcile projects to the point of closure;

• Maintain good professional relationships with clients, suppliers and colleagues;

• The requesting and checking of computer generated flight plans;

• Liaison in all aspects of dispatching aircraft with the Company’s ground handling agents; 

• Ensuring that the aerodrome and enroute aircraft performance is sufficient to meet the stated requirements on a continuing basis for routine and non-routine flight service;

• Conducting flight watch and operational control on Company aircraft;

• The efficient rostering of pilots, loadmasters and mechanics in accordance with the duty time limitations

• The preparation of the Commander’s Trip Brief prior to each flight; 

• To assist the Commander in flight preparation and to provide the relevant information for this purpose;

• To apply for over flight and landing clearances in line with the flight schedule;

• To arrange ground handling at all stations in line with the flight schedule;

• To arrange fuel at relevant outstations first sourcing the most cost effective supplier;

• To arrange crew hotac and commercial flights in line with the flight schedule;

• Ensure all outstanding requests are followed up on a daily basis;

• Approval of invoices for all services used by Operations department;

• Ensure the most cost effective planning is actioned;

• Ensure the Fuel policy advised by Operations Manager or Directors is actioned correctly; and

• Any other duties as may be appropriate from time to time.

Communication

• Participate in conference calls to ensure effective sharing of information and full awareness of others in the Wings 24 team and other offices.

• Keep up to date with activities of other Duty Officers using the appropriate network of communication.

• Contact airlines to confirm weekend availability and communicating this to colleagues and other airlines to maximise sales.

• Treat sensitive data with care and in a confidential and professional manner

Other

• To carry out any other duties within the competence of the role holder, as requested (including additional working hours as and when required).

• To travel when required in line with business needs.

• Be aware of and comply with the company policies.

• Keep up to date with industry changes, procedures and requirements relating to job role.

• Participate in a rotating out of hour’s duty rota within the commercial team.

 We offer a competitive salary and a great benefits package to the right candidate. 

Recruitment agencies: please note we have an in-house recruiter alongside a preferred agency list which we review annually. Therefore, we do not accept any CVs or applications sent to us on a speculative basis. We are pro-active in reaching out to agencies if there is a business need so please refrain from calling us.

Chapman Freeborn is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.

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