Assistant Ground Operations Controller

What's the role?

As the Assistant Ground Operations Controller, you are responsible for supporting and managing the day-to-day scheduling of the aircraft and crew and you will help with flight requests from Shell Executive Committee representatives.

Key responsibilities:
Process flight requests from Shell Executive Committee and authorized users, ensuring compliance with the guidelines for Use of the Shell Aircraft Fleet
Support the Ground Operations Controller in scheduling crew to aircraft, ensuring compliance with regulatory and company regulations as outlined in the Shell Aircraft Flight Operations Manual
Assist in pro-active planning of crew and aircraft, taking into account crew fatigue management, crew currency, visa availability, training, aircraft maintenance schedules, and business events
Ensure distribution of accurate flight request information for flight planning and dispatch to JetEx Flight Support
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders for flight planning and dispatch
Support Ground Operations to coordinate services for enroute logistics, accommodation, fuel, security, immigration formalities
Produce flight crew dispatch packages, including all associated flight safety- related material
Process post flight data including the returned voyage report comments
Code invoices on a daily basis
Provide limited operational support in the event of emergency response

What we need from you
Experience working with flight planning and aircraft operations
Experience in planning of resources for short-term and long-term activities, considering various conditions
Having knowledge and experience in the general aviation industry would be a pre
Demonstrate strong and effective communication skills, influencing skills, and organisational skills at all levels within an organisation
Demonstrate confidence in dealing with senior management, business partners, and external stakeholders at all levels in large organisations
Effective time management and prioritisation of critical tasks
Commitment to embedding HSSE principles into Shell ways of thinking and operation

The key challenges associated with this role are:
Engaging different stakeholders across the organisation
Managing the fair and equitable distribution of flying duties between crewmembers, i.e. hours, responsibilities, and destinations in requirement of Ground Operations Controller
Managing processes involving wide variety of contributors and stakeholders at senior management level as well as work floor level. This will require both flexibility and ability to influence others
Given the numerous stakeholders and their different priorities, the challenge is to align all parties and ensure timely decisions are taken to ensure customer satisfaction ( took at minimum cost out)
Demonstrating resilience during high activity and occasional challenging periods

If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on the posting above, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown that not everyone applies when they don't feel 100% qualified. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to apply.

What we offer
Competitive compensation and benefits
Influential and exciting position in an agile energy company, and the opportunity to make an impact
Dynamic, inspiring, caring, diverse, and inclusive working environment: At Shell, our aim is for everyone to feel accepted and valued for who they are

Company Description

Shell Nederland BV is a platform for international collaboration, with Shell offering direct employment to around ten thousand people in the Netherlands alone, including roughly 2,800 non-Dutch employees from around 80 countries. Diversity is key at Shell Nederland, and our employees reflect the innovation that stems from a diverse workforce. By joining Shell Nederland, you will benefit from an unrivalled industry-leading development programme that will see you tap into a pool of expert knowledge that will help propel your career. Shell Nederland is the holding company of most Shell companies operating in the Netherlands. Shell Nederland also has an advisory and coordinating role in numerous areas.

An innovative place to work

There's never been a more exciting time to work at Shell.

Join us and you'll be adding your talent and imagination to a business with the ambition to shape the future - whether by investing in oil, gas and renewable energy to meet demand, exploring new ways to store energy, or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently, everyone at Shell does their part.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we are nurturing an inclusive environment - one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills, and reach your potential.
We're creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we'll take it from there.
We're closing the gender gap - whether that's through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
We're striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.

A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We're huge advocates for career development. We'll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.
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