Overview:

Precision Air Services Plc is a fast growing private Tanzanian airline which operates in Partnership with Kenya Airways, with its strategies to expand wings beyond East Africa and Africa.

In order to keep our services at a higher level and meet our customers’ maximum satisfaction, we wish to invite applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill in this challenging position.

POSITION: APPRENTICE – FLIGHT OPERATION OFFICER - 3 POST

REPORTS TO: FLIGHT DISPATCH SUPERVISOR

DUTY STATION: DAR ES SALAAM.

ROLE PURPOSE STATEMENT:

To provide, prepare and brief pilots with timely, adequate, updated flight documentations and relevant information in compliance with the conditions and limitations specified in the AOC so as to ensure safe conduct of flights Maintain and compile correct operational data into CRANE in order to achieve safe and accurate flight watch

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Deliverables:

  • Prepare process and provide all updated dispatch documentation and information for readiness of flight crew briefings.
  • Provide timely briefing to flight crew, in conformity with Company policy and Civil Aviation Regulations for safe operation of the flights.
  • Provide Aeronautical Information Service (AIS) and meteorological pre-flight briefing for all crew departing from base and other stations where applicable
  • Advise Load Control on any payload status on the sector(s) to be flown so as to maximize payload.
  • File all ATS flight plans with the relevant Civil Aviation Authorities and communicate any changes thereof in good time in accordance with legal requirements.
  • Monitor all assigned aircraft for restrictive Operational MEL/CDL and plan flights considering the restrictions in consultation with the MCC.
  • Ensure implementation of safety, security and emergency standards at all time
  • Assist in making final decision, which must necessarily be based on the best compromise solution taking accountability of all pertinent factors.
  • In the event of an emergency, initiate the applicable procedures contained Operations Manual
  • Provide metrological information to aircraft in-flight when required for safe flight operations.
  • Furnish the pilot- in- command while in flight, by appropriate means, with information which may be necessary for the safe conduct of the flight.
  • Update operations documentation, manuals and charts to keep them on current status in accordance with Company Policy and Civil Aviation Authorities requirements.
  • Ensure orderliness and cleanliness of Operations Control Centre in order to maintain conducive working environment.
  • Compile and compute flight progress status in CRANE in order to maintain correct flight information.
  • Keep sufficient flight watch and monitor flight progress in accordance with Operational Manual.
  • Action all Sitatex / Emails for efficient safe operations.
  • Operate radios VHF, HF to establish effective communications with ground staff and aircrafts

Experience:

  • Must have worked in flight Dispatch/Operations Control for at least 2 years.
  • Valid Flight Operation License issued by Authority
  • Ability to respond quickly to changes
  • Computer literate
  • Must be proficiency in English Language
  • Team Player
  • High level of analytical skills

Other Experience:

  • Type specific training
  • CRM, SMS, AVMED, AVSEC, DGR, SEPT (safety and emergence procedures
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Qualifications:

  • Education:
  • A-level standard.
  • Leadership and communication skill
  • Organizational, planning and analytical skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Professional Qualification:
  • Valid Flight Operation License issued by Authority
  • Ability to respond quickly to changes
  • Computer literate
  • Must be proficiency in English Language
  • Team Player

Closing Date: Not later than 01st November 2021

Mode of Application:

If you feel you meet the above requirements please send your application and CV to the address below. Only short‐listed applicants will be contacted.

Director of Human Resources and Administration

Precision Air Services Plc

Mail Box 70770

Dar es Salaam

Tanzania

E‐mail:pwrecruit@precisionairtz.com