Why WestJet:
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Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception.
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WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now we're going global.
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Join us and love where you're going.
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↩This position reports to the Manager of Operations Coordination and is responsible for coordination and support of the daily flight schedule including both regular and irregular operations. This position formulates, implements and communicates IROP contingency plans with the goal of maximizing SPOT and minimizing operational and guest impact.
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Key Responsibilities:
↩- Formulate, implement and communicate IROP contingency plans in conjunction with the Lead Operations Coordinator and Airports Communication Coordinator ↩
- Monitor flight delays, cancellations, weather advisories, aircraft swaps, flight reroutes and other operational constraints and communicate these to affected stations and flight crews ↩
- Responsible for managing Sabre Movement Control including performing IROP functions, forecasting flight delays, identifying priority flights and creating extra flight segments as required ↩
- Manage gate assignment for tier two and tier three centralized, trans border and International stations ↩
- Monitor and review delay coding on behalf of Flight Operations and trans border and international stations and engage flight crews and other stakeholders as required for additional information and clarification ↩
- Assist the Lead Operations Coordinator with incident reporting through WestJet's Incident Notification System ↩
- Initiate Emergency Response notification as required in conjunction with the Lead Operations Coordinator ↩
- Coordinate operational support requirements between flight crews and airports ↩
- Coordinate and communicate customs exemptions for approved trans-border flights ↩
- Liaise with Flight Crews, Airports, and Emergency Response providers to ensure emergency medical assistance is provided as required by guests and/or flight crews
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Experience & Qualifications:
↩- Minimum 1 year Airline Operational experience required ↩
- Working knowledge of Sabre applications including Movement Control Plot is an asset ↩
- Intermediate level of MS Office applications required ↩
- Radio License required ↩
- Must be able to work shift work ↩
- Possess high degree of motivation and commitment to work independently in a fast-paced dynamic environment ↩
- Proven ability to prioritize during high stress situations with minimal supervision ↩
- Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize workload ↩
- Proven ability to communicate in clear, concise and professional manner ↩
- Possess strong interpersonal skills with the capability of establishing respect and credibility through actions ↩
- Additional language is a desirable asset
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The benefits of being a WestJetter:
↩WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer:
↩- 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
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Think we are a fit? Apply now!
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About WestJet Group of Companies
↩Together with WestJet's regional airline, WestJet Encore, we offer scheduled service to more than 100 destinations in North America, Central America, the Caribbean and Europe and to more than 175 destinations in over 20 countries through our airline partnerships.
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Our Safety Promise
↩At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will use safe work practices to ensure your well-being and the safety of others.
↩WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as safety sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.
↩As a federally regulated company, the WestJet group of companies is required to comply with all federal mandates. In order to be compliant with the recently-announced vaccination mandate, and to keep our guests/employees safe, all employees will be required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as a condition of employment.
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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
↩We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility and if you require accommodation during the selection process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest in WestJet; however, only those candidates who are selected will be contacted.
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For more information about everything WestJet, please visit WestJet.com.
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