Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple – “To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience.”

We believe that our people are what differentiates us from our competition. At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things, and Win as a Team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals who align with these values to join our team at various locations across the globe.

An OPS agent is responsible for efficiently coordinating, planning, controlling, and managing the Ottawa operations. The following tasks are required, but not limited to:

Normal Duties

• Preparation of the flight document for the pilot.
• Manual and automated weight and balance of flights.
• Crew Briefing.
• Manage all communications to third parties and transmit information to the concerned departments and airport authorities.
• Dispatch and manage traffic messages.
• Follow up for all flights.
• VHF communications.
• Answer to OPS calls.
• Enter all services and all flight information in the
• Any other duties related to the job qualification.
• Must hold a valid radio licence
• File and secure flight ops paperwork, including shredding 90 days. No files should be left unsecured.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR OPS AGENTS

• Able to read, write, and speak English fluently;
• Work independently and as a team;
• A working knowledge of operations and billings;
• Act as a resourceful person who can remain calm under pressure to obtain clear information and relay the same precisely.
• Good communication skills and a working knowledge of computer, radio, telephone, telex, and fax equipment;
• Capacity to evaluate and analyze operational needs;
• Ability to write clear and concise shift reports;
• Able to multitask and prioritize;
• Ability to relate to Customers, Management, other employees, and other Agencies;

At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Visit our website at www.careers.swissport.com to learn more about Life at Swissport.

Join Swissport today and be part of a team that connects the world of aviation!