Flight Dispatcher

1w1 week ago

Virgin Australia

Brisbane, AU · Full-time · A$95,000 – A$130,000

About this role

Reporting to the Flight Dispatch Manager, the Flight Dispatcher delivers safe, compliant, and effective flight planning and flight-following solutions to VAA, VARA, and client airlines. This role focuses on preparing Flight Crew briefing packages within regulatory requirements and company procedures. It entails detailed evaluation of weather conditions, enroute winds and turbulence, airspace restrictions, notices to airmen, fuel contingencies, and takeoff/landing restrictions.

Work closely with key stakeholders in the IOC, Flight Operations, Airservices Australia, and Virgin Australia’s meteorological suppliers to achieve safe, efficient outcomes. Develop and certify accurate flight plan data while optimising take-off and landing performance to maximise payload uplifts. Liaise with air navigation service providers on flight dispatch matters.

Provide written operational briefs to Flight Crew before departure, highlighting key considerations. Assist with flight planning and meteorological queries, and support situational awareness by relaying updates to crew on the ground and in-flight. The shift-based role operates 24/7 in the Integrated Operations Centre.

Virgin Australia values passionate teams focused on customer experience, safety, diversity, and inclusion. Part-time and full-time positions available in a big brand with big ambitions. Enjoy industry-leading benefits supporting wellbeing and flexibility.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience working in high-capacity airline logistics or similar environment
Good understanding of Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) regulations
In-depth understanding of principles of flight planning and aircraft performance
Tertiary qualifications in Aviation and/or a pilot's license
Demonstrated experience in interpreting complex technical issues and implementing safe and effective solutions
In-depth understanding of aviation meteorology
Ability to commit to a rotating day and night shift roster

Responsibilities

Deliver safe, compliant, and effective flight planning and flight-following solutions to VAA, VARA, and client airlines
Prepare Flight Crew briefing packages evaluating weather, enroute winds, turbulence, airspace restrictions, NOTAMs, fuel contingencies, and takeoff/landing restrictions
Develop and certify accurate flight plan data for safe and efficient flight operations
Optimise take-off and landing performance calculations to maximise aircraft payload uplifts
Liaise with air navigation service providers and service providers on flight dispatch matters
Provide written operational brief to each Flight Crew before departure
Assist flight crew with flight planning and meteorological queries
Relay operational information and updates to support Flight Crew situational awareness

Benefits

Discounted flights for you and your loved ones (including $1000 worth of travel credits per year)
Discounts on travel insurance, lounge membership, car hire, accommodation, and experiences worldwide
Free counselling and access to a wellbeing app to support physical, mental, social and financial health
‘Dress for Your Day’ – freedom to wear whatever makes you feel great