Flight Dispatcher

About Canadian North

Canadian North is a vital air service provider for the Canadian Arctic and an industry-leading charter carrier. With a mission to make life better in the communities we serve, we provide reliable passenger and cargo services to 25 northern communities, connecting them with major southern hubs in Ottawa, Montreal, Calgary, Winnipeg, and Edmonton.

As a proudly 100% Inuit-owned airline, we are deeply committed to cultural inclusivity, community investment, and the well-being of northern communities. Canadian North strives to be a trusted partner for the North by contributing to prosperity, fostering community connections, and supporting innovation and teamwork.

We prioritize safety, reliability, and collaborative success in everything we do. Our customers choose us because they trust us to deliver essential services with care and consistency. At Canadian North, we offer more than just a job—we provide an opportunity to embark on an adventure while making a meaningful difference in the communities we serve.

Join us as we connect northern Canada with the world, delivering on our mission and building a workplace where people want to start and grow their careers.

About this position:

Reporting to Manager, Flight Dispatch.

Level: As per the CALDA Collective Agreement.

* In accordance with the CALDA Collective Agreement.

Please note: This is an on-site position

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Must be able to perform, but not be limited to, the following duties and responsibilities:

• Exercise safe and efficient operational control over all flights operating under Type A dispatch authority, in conjunction with the Pilot In Command and in accordance with CARs and other foreign regulations;
• Provide flight planning, route analysis and fuel calculations;
• Revise and communicate Operational Flight Plan changes and amendments to the Pilot In Command as required in a co-authority dispatch environment;
• Monitor and assess meteorological information disseminated through various weather agencies;
• Flight Watch responsibilities as stipulated by the CARS and CASS;
• Provide in depth briefings to flight crews, duty managers, and other operational staff and management as required;
• Ensure aircraft limitations are adhered to and communicated with flight operations and maintenance personnel;
• Coordinate with Air Traffic Control Services regarding Operational Flight Plan requirements and any related changes and/or revisions;
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Include, but not limited to, the following minimum skills and qualifications:

• 21 years of age (Transport Canada requirement);
• Completion of Transport Canada Flight Dispatcher’s Generic Exams (FDMET, FDOPS);
• Valid Radiotelephone Operators Certificate;
• Post Secondary Education (2 years);
• Two (2) years of previous experience;
• Post Secondary Education in a field related to Aviation or Meteorology an asset;
• Transport Canada (or FAA) Flight Dispatcher Certification or Pilot’s License considered an asset;
• Working knowledge and understanding of the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARS) and Standards (CASS);
• Proficiency with Navblue products, AIMS, Sabre, Fusion and Microsoft applications an asset;
• Superior verbal communication skills, both listening and speaking;
• Ability to work in a high pressure environment;
• Excellent interpersonal and adaptability skills;
• Ability to work day, evening, and night shifts in a 24-7 operational environment, with a willingness to work overtime as required;
• Ability to travel to remote Northern communities when required;
• Ability to communicate in Inuktitut a definite asset;
• Ability to obtain and retain an Airport Restricted Area Identity Card in accordance with the Airport Restricted Area Access Clearance Program regulated by Transport Canada.

Closing date: February 21, 2025