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Trainee Operations Controllers

The Role:

Gama Aviation is currently recruiting a Trainee Operations Controller to join the busy Operations Department of our global aircraft management and charter operation.

We are looking for an individual who is driven, determined and excited by the opportunity to succeed as a Trainee Operations Controller in order to further their career and become an Operations Controller over a period of 6 months.

Reporting to the Operations Delivery Manager, you will be based within the Operations Department at our Farnborough Airport HQ in Hampshire.

Upon completion of initial training you will be responsible for flight and weather watch, and arranging fuel releases, whilst continuing to learn the Operations Controller role through training courses, and supported “on the job” training.

Over a 6-month period each Trainee Operations Controller will undergo a detailed orientation of operations, after which time they will move into a front line role of Operations Controller (upon successful completion of training).

Main activities will include:

• Developing a thorough knowledge of the operation
• Flight Watch
• Weather Watch
• Arranging fuel releases
• Handling requests and changes
• Assisting mentor will all general administrative tasks

Training:

During this period, you will be trained to work as a member of the Operations Department. You will have the support required to build your skills to a level which will offer a long and successful career as an Operations Controller in the Operations Department (and other operations related roles).

Training will be provided in the following areas:
• Company background
• General knowledge
• Weather
• Daily tasks and priorities
• Ops systems
• Flight Planning
• Gama Group worldwide operations

Skills and Experience: 

• Excellent communication skills with a range of audiences, including senior management and VVIP clients (written and oral)
• Experience of forming and maintaining working relationships
• Experience of working in teams
• Experience of Microsoft Office Suite
• Verbal and written fluency in English is essential

Desirable Attributes

• Ambition for career development
• Enthusiasm for continually seeking better performance
• Patience and ability to deal with challenges
• Common sense
• Previous aviation experience or education to A Level standard

Please Note:

This is a permanent, full-time position, based at Farnborough Airport. The successful applicant will be required to work 12 hour shifts including days, nights, weekends and public holidays and as such, should live within a suitable distance to ensure they are sufficiently rested for their duties.

/ Salary: Competitive
/ Location: Farnborough Airport
/ Benefits: Pension, Private Healthcare, Life Assurance, Travel Insurance, Group Health Scheme

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