At Smart Flying School, every training flight starts on the ground. Before an aircraft leaves the apron, someone has to make sure the flight is planned, the weather and NOTAMs are checked, the documents are complete, and everyone involved knows what is about to happen.
We are looking for a Flight Operations Officer (FOO) to be that person: supporting safe and well-organised daily flight operations at our flying school, and working closely with instructors, students, ATC, and ground handling.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and check flight plans, and carry out flight following for training flights.
- Review NOTAM, METAR, TAF, and other weather and aeronautical information before each flight.
- Prepare and check the operational documents required before departure.
- Coordinate with flight crew, ATC, ground handling, and other operational units.
- Record and report daily flight operations activities.
- Handle schedule changes and unexpected operational situations in line with company procedures.
Requirements
- Minimum high school diploma (SMA/SMK) or equivalent. A Diploma (D3) or Bachelor's degree (S1) in aviation or a related field is preferred.
- Basic knowledge of flight operations, including Flight Planning and Flight Following procedures.
- Understanding of NOTAM, METAR, TAF, and other weather and aeronautical information.
- Understanding of the flight documents required before departure, and how to prepare and check them.
- Knowledge of the civil aviation regulations that apply in Indonesia.
- Understanding of the Operations Manual (OM), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and related company operational documents.
- English good enough to understand flight operations documents and information.
- Able to operate a computer, especially Microsoft Office.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Thorough, systematic, and responsible, and able to work both in a team and independently.
- Willing to work in shifts, including on holidays when required.
License & Training
- Flight Operations Officer (FOO) license or certificate of competency in line with applicable regulator requirements, where required for the position.
- Aviation safety training and company operational procedure training as required for the role.
- Must meet the company's internal training, competency, and authorization requirements before working independently.
Competencies
Flight Planning | Flight Following | Weather & NOTAM | Flight Documentation | Civil Aviation Regulations | Coordination | Attention to Detail
