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Universal Aviation Stansted, Essex, East
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Operations Controller
Flight Operations Flight Operations Officer Full time
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JOB OF THE WEEK
JOB OF THE WEEK

Operations Controller
Universal Aviation
2 weeks left to apply
Stansted, Essex, East Get directions
Flight Operations Flight Operations Officer Full time

Due to growth the company is seeking Flight Operations people in the role of Operations Coordinator. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established company, based at Stansted Airport.

JOB ROLE (not limited to):

  • Working on shift as a team member carrying out a variety of tasks primarily associated with the trip support for private and charter operators in the Corporate Aviation market. 

  • The roles involves regular contact with aircrew and support service providers such as handling agents as well as colleagues working in the company’s offices around the world. In this office clients are predominantly but not exclusively based in the EMEA region (Europe, Middle East & African) but flying globally.

  • You will be obtaining over flight and landing permits, whilst setting up services such as Flight plans, Weather, Ground Handling, Fuel, Hotels and catering. 

  • You will also provide Clients with regulatory support and advice on operating in every area of the world, including Crew Visa’s, TSA waivers, APIS, Sanctions, etc.


THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

  • The company is ideally seeking candidates with experience in Flight Operations, Trip Support and AOC operations, along with an understanding of NOP Portal (CFMU) and the management of European Airway slots. However, standout candidates without such experience who have other qualities and attributes will be considered.

  • Experience in a Customer care role would also support your application and you will be comfortable and competent in communicating using the telephone and email. 

  • Good keyboard skills are required and the ability to proactively manage client expectations.

  • The company is looking for people who understand and know how to apply whatever prior experience they bring into the company in a pre-emptive and lateral thinking manner, working in partnership to safeguard the interests of clients. The company’s global presence gives them a unique advantage over competitors to drive down the risk exposure in an increasingly complex and highly regulated world, so that every trip is trouble fee and every experience is a winning one.

  • The company is a 24/7 operation all year round, so you’ll need to be happy to work shifts including nights and public holidays. The shift pattern is currently 4 days on 4 days off, working 12hr shifts with varying start times. 

  • The company has very experienced staff and a happy working environment, so they are keen to get someone with an exceptional attitude and application who will fit in.

  • Applicants will need to have the right to live and work in the UK and currently live or be prepared to relocate so that they live within a 45 minute drive of the Stansted Airport office. If you currently live a distance that would mean you would need to move closer than please confirm a willingness to do that within your covering letter.

 BENEFITS:    Company Pension, Private Medical

In order to apply please send a C.V and covering letter

Keywords: Aviation, Operation Controller, Operations Controller, Operations Coordinator, Customer Service, Customer Service Representative, Flight Support Services, Corporate Aviation, Flight Operations, Trip Support, AOC, CFMU


Nº employees 11-50
Founding year 1959
Products / Services Flight Operations
Mission Gathering data..
overview Since 1959, Universal Weather & Aviation has been the pioneer of international flight support services for corporate aviation worldwide. Services range from global ground handling, with our network of ground handling FBO’s, through to providing products and services such as obtaining permits, booking crew accommodation, providing flight plans, Weather and slot coordination. Our company has offices in over 20 countries around the world, supporting the flight requirements of high-net-worth individuals, and house-hold name Corporations and businesses.
2 weeks left to apply

Frequently asked questions

You are required to have 4 to 5 GCSEs at grade 9 to 4 with English, Maths and Science to be eligible for applying for a national diploma or relevant degree. After obtaining the degree you have to gain experience to be trained enough to apply for an aircraft mechanic job in the aviation industry.

The time duration for the training and experience can take from 18 to 30 months. There are aircraft mechanics schools that offer one-four years of certification programmes. Airline mechanic jobs require the applicants to be well-trained for the job so you need to complete the training to be eligible.

Employment opportunities for aviation and avionics mechanics are continuously growing and are expected to get even better during the next decade. This percentage is quite promising as compared to other technical occupations. The aircraft technician jobs are rewarding and the industry scope is vast.

Aircraft and avionics mechanics working in the industry are 35-50 years of age. The percentage of technicians above sixty years is 20, so more than 30 percent of them will retire within five years. Just like any other industry, there is a retirement age for mechanics in the aviation industry.

The degree and training cost for becoming a licensed aircraft mechanic is not too much and once you are done with the certification and gaining experience, there are job opportunities in airlines and aviation institutes that are monetarily quite rewarding. So the aircraft mechanic career is a promising one.

Description

Aircraft Mechanic Job Description

Apart from routine repairs and maintenance of the aircraft the mechanics inspect hydraulic and mechanical system malfunctions. The aircraft mechanic job description can vary depending on the position in the aviation industry. The mechanics are required to inspect and identify electrical and mechanical issues in the machinery and suggest replacement and repair after meticulous analysis. They also have to assemble the aircraft parts along with providing safety suggestions. Supervising the maintenance procedures and ensuring that everything is done as planned and instructed is also one of the prime duties of a mechanic. Aircraft mechanic recruitment requirements are usually the same for most airlines. 

Aircraft Mechanic Job Responsibilities

The basic responsibilities of an aircraft mechanic include examining the hydraulic, de-icing systems and landing gear for issues. They are supposed to read the maintenance manuals and parts catalogues to utilise the knowledge for repairing and replacing them efficiently. They have to make certain that all the work is done adhering to safety procedures and standards and there are no deliberate delays in the completion of a task. These mechanics do weekly and monthly inspections as scheduled and keep a detailed record of all the ordered supplies and maintenance. Aviation Job Search has airline mechanic job listings from top employers, find your dream job!

Skills Required for Building an Aircraft Mechanic Career

You need to have good observational skills to pursue your career in the aviation industry. The mechanics have to be smart troubleshooters as well, so if you can quickly spot a problem and think of a solution, this quality will help you in becoming an aircraft mechanic. While performing different repair and maintenance procedures, attention to detail is needed. Whether you are applying for entry-level aircraft mechanic jobs or higher positions, having agility would help you and excel in your field. Other qualities that a mechanic needs to have include team spirit and time management. Looking for airline mechanic jobs around you? Explore Aviation Job Search!