Operations Control Specialist - x- Lake Charles, LA

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The Operations Control Specialist is responsible for overseeing and coordinating assigned flight-following activities globally;
• Monitors and flight-follows multiple aircraft during flight operations to include departures, arrivals, intermediate stops and diversions;
• Files, updates and monitors flight plans as well as tracks aircraft using satellite tracking position reports and/or by radio position reports;
• Monitors aircraft positioned offshore or located at a non-Company base;
• Dispatches, tracks, and monitors Search and Rescue aircraft where applicable Manages two-way communications via radio and satellite phone to maintain operational control of aircraft where applicable;
• Coordinates activities with ATC as needed;
• Assists aircrew in obtaining required clearances for landings and green decks at offshore facilities;
• Global fight following across all business units Communicates weather conditions to flight crews;
• Initiates Emergency Response Plan actions, as required;
• Reports any discrepancies or issues promptly to the Shift Supervisor and/or the OCC Manager Records uploaded offshore fuel and maintains a tracking sheet of the provided information;
• Is familiar with the contents of the applicable sections of the Operations Manual, Operations Control Center Manual and the Emergency Response Plan; and, Performs other duties as assigned.

• Excellent organizational and communication skills required;
• Must be detailed orientated and able to work in a fast-paced environment;
• Must be well organized and be able to work independently and as an active member of a team;
• Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel and Outlook;
• Must be able to operate a multi-line phone system;
• Must be able to accomplish a variety of assignments and tasks;
• Previous aviation experience preferred, but not required;
• An FAA/NAA Dispatcher Certification preferred, but not required.

Bristow Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Bristow Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Bristow Group Bristow Group Inc. is a leading global provider of mission-critical aviation services for government entities, offshore energy companies and other customers around the world. Our business is comprised of three operating segments:
Offshore Energy Services (OES), Government Services and Other Services. Through the use of helicopters, fixed-wing aircraft, unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and highly skilled personnel, we provide aviation services such as personnel transportation, offshore energy logistics, search and rescue (SAR), special missions, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) operations, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services, medevac, unmanned systems, on-demand cargo logistics (ODC) and other specialized aviation solutions.

We are also involved in various advanced air mobility (AAM) initiatives and emerging next-generation aviation technologies. To learn more, visit our website at

Equal Employment Opportunity Bristow Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Bristow Group is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability.

Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the Human Resources Department at  or ac