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Operations Controller

National jet Express
Posted onJan 21, 2026
LocationPerth, Western Australia, Australia (On-site)
Employment typeFull-time

About the role

We’re looking for an Operations Controller to help keep our flight schedule running smoothly. Reporting to the Operations Centre Manager, you’ll be the go-to person for managing delays and disruptions, working to minimise impacts on our charter clients and their passengers.

You’ll play a key role in maintaining on-time performance, safety, compliance, and client satisfaction, while keeping everyone informed with clear communication.

If you’re calm under pressure, enjoy problem-solving, and want to make a real impact behind the scenes of our operations, we’d love to hear from you.

Please note that this position is required to work shift work to support our operations with a 24-hour, 7 day a week schedule, which includes work on weekends and public holidays.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

  • Hold Safety as a core value and contribute to the achievement of a zero harm and an incident/injury free environment through active participation in all safety programs relevant to the position.

  • Maintain the integrity of the flying schedule, ensure scheduled flights are crewed and flight crew rosters are compliant with EBA and operational manual requirements

  • Communication of disruption or recovery plans to all stakeholders both internal and external

  • Monitor operations across the network and identify threats to on time performance or safety

  • Monitor airport landing slots and amend schedules as required to ensure the best result for the company and clients

  • Schedule and monitor aircraft allocation to meet the requirements of the aircraft flying program taking into account maintenance, aerodrome limitations, training and special client requirements

  • Re-crewing flights due to crew illness, disruption or new charter flight

  • Communication with flight and cabin crew regarding roster changes, delays to services or relevant operational information including crew briefings

  • Liaise with client organisations on day-to-day operational issues with emphasis on communications during delays

  • Ensure timely communication to our clients with operational details that have/may affect delivery of service

  • Be familiar with the contents of applicable Company manuals, CASA regulations, applicable employment awards and other documentation that is relevant to the position

  • Liaise with the HOFO and engineering management for the authorisation of unscheduled flights

  • Monitor the emergency telephone number and activate the emergency management team if required.

  • Monitor aircraft movements at the Perth base via VHF frequency. Liaise with Ground & Terminal Staff regarding aircraft requirements/ delays.

  • Carry out other tasks as requested by the Operations Centre Manager


About you


To be considered for this position with NJE, we require the below as mandatory pre-requisites:

  • Ability to work shift work on a 7-day roster

  • High standard of customer service

  • Proven experience prioritising work commitments and meeting deadlines

  • Ability to think analytically and strategically

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Proven experience in a similar role

  • Take initiative and be proactive

  • Ability to operate autonomously within a team environment

  • Proficient with computer systems and applications

In addition to the above it would be beneficial to have:

  • Experience using various airline operational or reservations systems

  • Tertiary studies in aviation, business or similar

  • Knowledge of airline industry terminology

What NJE can offer you

  • A company that values each and every employee offering professional growth.

  • Attractive Compensation Package 

  • Staff benefits
     

How to apply


If you are interested in this position, please apply with a cover letter and updated resume outlining your experience relevant to the role and mandatory requirements.

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

  • How many hours are you available to work per week?

  • Do you have experience in administration?

  • Do you have customer service experience?

  • Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

  • Have you completed a qualification in ICT?

  • How many years' experience do you have as an Operations Controller?

  • How many years' experience do you have in the aviation industry?

  • How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

National jet Express

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National Jet Express, previously trading as Cobham Aviation Services, is a leading specialist aviation operator in Australia.

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