The Ops Control Specialist role is on seven days on seven days off schedule. The hours of operation for the seven days are 5 am to 5 pm.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The Operations Control Specialist is responsible for overseeing and coordinating assigned flight-following activities;
• 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
• Manages two-way communications via radio and satellite phone to maintain operational control ofBristow aircraft;
• Coordinates activities with ATC;
• Assists aircrew in obtaining required clearances for landings and green decks at offshore facilities;
• Creates and distributes regional weather alerts;
• Communicates weather conditions to flight crews;
• Initiates Emergency Response Plan actions, as required;
• Facilitates/coordinates with the Operations Control Center Lead, Lake Charles Operations,Maintenance Department,and/or Check Airmen to assist during an aircraft irregularity;
• Records uploaded offshore fuel and maintains a tracking sheet of the provided information;
• Becomes 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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 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.