Flight Dispatcher

West Jet is excited to announce that our next initial Flight Dispatcher class is scheduled to begin in January 2027. Your application will not be considered before you complete the Transport Canada Flight Dispatch Examinations. Requirements must be met by December 4, 2026.

Please Note:

We operate 24/7/365 days per year. Successful candidates will be scheduled days/evenings/weekends and statutory holidays. This position requires in-person collaboration up to five days a week.

Why West Jet:
Since our story took off in 1996, West Jet has strived to enrich the lives of everyone in our world; a career with us is no exception. We're proud to be one of Canada’s most admired and respected corporate cultures and continuously aim for the highest standards of service and success.

Join us, this is where your career story takes off.

• Exercise co-authority operational control over flights in conjunction with the Pilot in Command in accordance with all Canadian and foreign regulations and West Jet policies and procedures.
• Analyze and interpret operational information including weather, NOTAM, aerodrome and runway suitability, navigation aids, communications facilities, en-route and other constraints.
• Flight planning, including route analysis, calculation of fuel requirements, formulation, authorization and amendment of operational flight plans.
• File and amend flight plans with appropriate ATC facilities.
• Maintain Flight Watch over all flights within the sector of operation.
• Provide comprehensive flight crew briefings.
• Coordinate aircraft MEL and maintenance limitations with Maintenance Control.
• Coordinate airport curfew extension approvals as required with local airport authorities.
• Communicate information pertaining to irregular operations to the Lead Flight Dispatcher and Commercial Operations including recommendations for flight delays and cancellations.

• Successful completion of the Transport Canada Flight Dispatch Generic Examinations (FDOPS and FDMET) is required.
• Radio Telephone Restricted Operator Certificate – Aeronautical (ROC-A) is required.
• Minimum 21 years of age as per Transport Canada regulations is required.
• One year flight dispatch experience in a (CARS 705) Type A or B operational control system is preferred.
• Related experience within a Flight Operations team is an asset.
• FAA Dispatch License is an asset.
• Commercial Pilot License is an asset.
• Flight Service Specialist experience is an asset.
• Strong multitasking abilities in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Clear, concise, and professional communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Proficiency in general computer applications.
• A proactive, solution-oriented attitude with a "can-do" spirit.

• A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
• Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
• Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs

West Jet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Since then, West Jet has pioneered low-cost travel in Canada, cutting airfares in half, and increasing the flying population in Canada by more than 50 per cent. Since the Sunwing Airlines integration in 2025, more than 15,000 West Jetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to our global network of more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia.

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