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AIRCRAFT DISPATCHER

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MATRIX is a national company providing camps, logistics and aviation management services to a diverse range of clients in the resource and service sectors, focusing on safety, transparency and cost effectiveness. After 17 years in business we run efficiently as a drug and alcohol-free company; with over 250 employees annually, we offer excellent career advancements for all skillsets. MATRIX achieved the prestigious designation of CORTM Certification in 2011 through the Northern Safety Association. The Certificate of recognition is a rigorous occupational health and safety program accreditation for industry employers that are aimed at reducing the human and financial costs associated with workplace accidents and injuries. Our management team is dedicated to provide a safe and healthy work environment. We custom fit our services to the specific needs our client’s project, providing or securing and managing the most appropriate equipment, products, services, people, prices and timing on their behalf.

Job Requirements: MATRIX is looking for an experienced Aircraft Dispatcher to ensure efficient use of all helicopter and fixed wing time at our client’s camp facilities. The dispatcher schedules the movements of all crews and supplies to and from the project site. To ensure the safety of all crews, the dispatcher will maintain regular check-in times and will provide the central coordinating role, in the case of an emergency. This position will assist in External Load Operations, in a “Load Master” style capacity.

The Aircraft Dispatcher is housed at the project camp site and reports to MATRIX Helicopter General Manager, who provides general direction and support.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in external load handling, rigging of cargo and general day to day helicopter and fixed wing operations.

• Ensure helicopters and fixed wings are being used efficiently. Manage all trips. • Check-In times to be scheduled with all crews (may vary with projects, but must be established.) • Establish Emergency Protocol • If aircraft tracking is available it must not be unsupervised for any longer than 30 minutes. • Assign the aircraft according to the client needs in order to maximize the efficient use of all

aircraft. • Knowledge of passenger and load capacities for a variety of helicopter types is required. • Maintain accurate records of flights times and passenger movement.

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• To initiate and coordinate a search in the event of an “overdue” aircraft, or other emergency operations.

• Responsibilities may vary according to project requirements. • Track all personnel in remote areas • Regular call ins • Hand out and keep track of all Radios, GPS’s, InReach, etc. • Initiate medical evacuations as instructed by Medical Care Professionals. • Support site Emergency Response Plan (ERP). • Partner with camp Manager to schedule and execute “mock Medi-Vac”. • Ensure that all communication devices are charged and operational.

Required Knowledge & Experience

• Passenger and load capacities for various types of helicopters and fixed wing • Strong computing skill; MS Office (Word & Excel) • Experience in record keeping, tracking, planning and scheduling. • Excellent organizational and planning skills. • Organizational and problem solving abilities. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. • Proficient computer skills. • Conflict resolution skills. • Highly motivated, team-oriented individual with attention to detail. • Ability to work on a rotation schedule. • Physical ability to lift and move a minimum of 50 lbs. • Able to work and maintain a high level of performance during a 12-hour shift. • Minimum of two (2) years as an Aircraft Dispatcher.

Required Licensing & Certifications:

• ROC-A Aviation Radio License.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume, cover letter and related supporting documents/certificates to:

By email: hradmin@matrixco.ca

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• By fax to (604) 538-4533 Attention: Human Resources Department

Due to the volume of applicants, only those short-listed for interviews will be contacted.

Candidates may be subject to a criminal record check and certified medical exam.

No phone calls please. For more information on the MATRIX group of companies, please visit our website at: www.matrixco.ca