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Operations Controller

2Excel Aviation Ltd is seeking an experienced Operations Controller to join our existing Operations Team based at Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield. 2Excel Aviation Ltd is an industry leader in specialised and innovative solutions for aviation’s most complex challenges. Our success is based on the talented and experienced people that make up our workforce.

Reporting to the Operations Supervisor and based at Doncaster Airport, the role of the Operations Controller is to maintain the Company’s flying programme, including freight, VIP charter and bespoke trial support aircraft, whilst considering the safety, legal and commercial implications of your actions.

Rotating as part of a 4 on 4 off shift pattern, you will work 12 hour shifts consisting of both earlies and lates. You will be working under your own initiative as part of a strong, open and resourceful team.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining an accurate flight watch of all company aircraft.
• Co-ordinating the expeditious dispatch of freight, VIP and trial support aircraft to minimise delays and client inconvenience.
• Flight planning including filing flight plans, coordinating with civil and military ATC and managing slots, coordinating airport slots, weather and NOTAM monitoring and arranging handling, fuel, PPR and all necessary permits.
• Supporting crew and client HOTAC, transport and catering
• Supporting the allocation of ramp staff as required
• Supporting the monitoring of crew FTL’s, ensuring they are operating within limitations
• Coordinating the recovery of aircraft breakdowns and other operational limitations that affect the aircraft flying schedule.

The successful applicant will have the following skills, knowledge and experience:

• Demonstrable experience in an Operations department, ideally operating at an Operations Controller level
• Strong academic achievement, typically to O level/GCSE standard or equivalent, with a strong attainment in Science and Maths, indicating strong numeracy skills.
• Excellent knowledge of civilian aircrew/commercial aviation rules and regulations.
• Excellent knowledge of crew planning and rostering systems, including an understanding of potential issues and how they may be resolved
• Excellent communicator and team player, able to build credible trusting relationships both within and outside of own department.
• Able to work well under pressure, ensuring a continued attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Able to work on own initiative, continually seeking improvements.
• Excellent IT skills, fully competent in full Microsoft Office suite.

In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate the Right to Work in the UK.

We would particularly welcome applications from those with a background in VIP charter operations.

All applications must be made by way of CV and covering letter. Please include your home address, salary expectations and current notice period.

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