Flight Dispatcher Jobs

Who are we?
Chrono Aviation was founded in Quebec City in 2012. In its early days, the airline operated a Pilatus PC-12 and employed two pilots. Chrono quickly attracted a clientele looking for a comfortable, efficient and safe flying experience.
After a decade of operations, Chrono Aviation has grown its fleet to 15 aircraft and employs over 280 people. Chrono is the only airline in Quebec that offers aircraft that can accommodate from 9 to 120 passengers exclusively for charter. With bases in Montreal and Quebec City, Chrono Aviation continues to expand and strengthen its leadership position in the air charter industry in Quebec and Canada.
Role and context
The Flight Dispatcher is responsible for activities related to the preparation and execution of flights of the company's aircraft, including operational control, in collaboration with the aircraft commanders. Before each departure, you will have to analyse the weather information, select the most appropriate route (considering the weather, the distance to be covered, the time required and the air traffic), and prepare the flight plan. During each flight, you will monitor the flight plan, advise the captain of any changes in the weather, and indicate any changes to the flight plan.
Key Responsibilities

• Provide the necessary information to pilots who wish to take off or land at the airport, such as collecting and transmitting local weather information
• Delaying or cancelling flights if conditions are unsatisfactory
• Inform the crew of the expected weather conditions, the status of navigation facilities and airports along the planned route
• Monitor the navigation instruments and perform various radio communications with the pilots so that they have all the information necessary to take off or land safely
• Preparing and maintaining flight plans, flight follow-ups, selecting the most appropriate route and writing other reports
• Monitor the movement of aircraft in flight and communicate with them as required
• Analyze atmospheric conditions and assess the allowable cargo and refueling capacity of aircraft, and other relevant factors to determine favorable routes
• Sign the take-off clearance with the captain

Key competencies

• Attention to detail and quality of results
• Be comfortable with the use of computer tools and be able to write quickly on the computer
• Keen sense of observation and memory
• Demonstrate professional ethics and rigour
• Attention to detail and quality of results
• Can learn in action, from experience and to adapt
• Good control and very good self-confidence

Specific Job Requirements

• Knowledge of the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs)
• Bilingual (French (spoken/written) and English (spoken)
• DEP in flight dispatching

What We Can Offer You

• Modern and dynamic working environment.
• Full-time, permanent position at our Quebec City base.
• Opportunity for career progression and development.
• Working hours adapted to our common needs.
• Projects and responsibilities that live up to your expectations and make you want to come to work every day.
• Group RRSP to which the company contributes.
• Advantageous group insurance with employer contribution (dental, disability, life and paramedical) from day 1.
• Access to a telemedicine platform.
• Take the day off on your birthday.

One last word: At Chrono, things move fast! You'll be on your X with us if you consider yourself to be a person who's ready to surf the waves of change!
If you've been skimming this text because you were so eager to find out how to apply, that's YOUR SIGN. Send us your application!
Only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview. CVs will remain on file for the next 6 months. As our needs will change rapidly, keep your eyes open!