DHL Express
Flight Operations Officer
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Flight Operations Officer - DHL Air (UK) Ltd
Working Hours: Full time position - rotating day/night roster, with weekend shifts included
Location: EMA Cargo West, East Midlands Airport, Derby, DE74 2TR
Salary: Competitive
DHL Air (UK) Ltd is the largest all-cargo air carrier in the UK, operating a fleet of B757-200, B767-300 and B777-200 aircraft on worldwide operations. Part of the DHL Express team with our headquarters at East Midlands Airport, we wish to enhance the team to deliver our customer promise of; Excellence, Simply Delivered.
We are looking to appoint a self-motivated individual that is people and service focused to join our 24/7 OCC team. Someone who gets it right first time, shows passion in their work, and has the “Can Do” spirit that made DHL world leading in Logistics.
The Role
To ensure all DHL Air flights are dispatched and operated in a safe and timely manner, along with efficient flight planned routes, in accordance with DHL’s fuel policy and proactive flight tracking services.
The Requirements
- Proven flight operations experience, with a clear understanding of TAF, METAR and NOTAM bulletins, aircraft scheduling and a familiarity with IATA/ICAO airport codes.
- A good working knowledge of LIDO Flight, or similar CFP systems, along with IT based applications, including NOP portal.
- General flight watch disciplines to include: Customer and supplier liaison, inflight monitoring for all stages of flight, being proactive with solutions to any problems that may occur and to ensure an efficient and on-time schedule.
- Previous experience in airport slot requests, overflight application procedures and at preference ETOPS planning.
- Knowledge of aircraft and cargo handling equipment and systems.
- Hold five GCSE’s – 9-4/A-C (or equivalent) including Math's and English.
- A strong working knowledge of MS Office packages including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Flexibility to work a rotating shift pattern of 12-hour shifts consisting of days and nights.
- Previous flight planning experience is preferred, those without flight planning experience may be considered for a junior position.
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The Person
- Customer service focused with strong interpersonal and communication skills
- A “hands-on” people person with a flair and maturity for working in a dynamic and responsible position
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures
- The ability to work on your own initiative to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent team working skills with the ability to deal with colleagues at all levels
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To be eligible for consideration, candidates must hold a valid right to work in the UK and be able to provide evidence of this during the recruitment process.
What We Offer
You’ll receive a competitive salary and access to a wide range of DHL benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and future. You’ll join a team where your contribution matters and where you can grow your career within a global, award-winning organisation.
Ready to apply?
If you have a proven track record of achievement to match the requirements for this role, and you are looking for your next career move, simply apply online ensuring that a full up-to-date CV is attached with your application.
We will ensure that all our resourcing activities are fair, transparent, and consistent. We want to ensure that the candidate experience is of the highest professional standard. The Company is committed to providing equality of opportunity for all employees. Furthermore, we aim to ensure our workplaces are free from discrimination and that not only employees but also our potential future employees are treated fairly and with dignity and respect. We will ensure that equality of opportunity maintains a high profile in our organisation.
Closing date: 16th August 2026
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