TAKUDZWA MATSIKA
FLIGHT OPERATIONS OFFICER
Johannesburg
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented aviation professional with a valid Private Pilot License and hands-on experience in flight dispatch operations. Skilled in flight following, route planning, and monitoring aircraft movements to ensure safety, compliance, and operational efficiency. Strong knowledge of aviation regulations, weather interpretation, and dispatch software, with proven ability to communicate effectively and coordinate between flight crews and operations teams. Committed to maintaining high standards of safety, accuracy, and reliability in a fast-paced aviation environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Flight Dispatcher
Halsteads Aviation Corporation
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Facilitated efficient crew scheduling by balancing workload, rest periods, and regulatory requirements to optimize performance and safety.
- Ensured seamless coordination between charter departments during irregular operations such as diversions or cancellations due to unforeseen circumstances.
- Facilitated smooth international flights by securing necessary permits and coordinating with foreign aviation authorities.
- Enhanced flight safety by meticulously analyzing weather data and coordinating with pilots on optimal routes.
- Collaborated with the maintenance team to ensure prompt resolution of mechanical issues and minimize flight disruptions.
Education
Commercial Pilot -
African Sky Cruises
Private Pilot license -
Bird Aviation
03-2022
High School -
Advanced, Howard
11.2019
High school -
Sandringham
11.2017
Skills
- Flight tracking and monitoring (FlightAware)
- Knowledge of SACAA regulations
- Route planning and flight dispatch support
- Aircraft performance and weight & balance awareness
- Flight planning software
- Weather interpretation (METARs, TAFs, NOTAMs)
- ATC communication procedures (phraseology awareness)
- Emergency and irregular support
- Time management
Websites
References
Tsholofela Seroto, +27 799110445, Bird Aviation
Derek Bird , +27 83 699 1539,Bird Aviation
Nigel Takunda +263 78 679 3751,Halsteds Aviation Corporation
Interests
Soccer and skydiving
INTERNSHIPS
- Marketing and Media at Bird Aviation Academy, Vereeniging
- February 2022 — June 2022
- Marketing for Bird Aviation academy and sculpting students like me with passion and enthusiasm to be an airline pilot
- Ground school tutor at African sky Cruises, Brakpan
- January 2024— December 2024
Software
FlightAware
Certification
Licensed Private Pilot
Timeline
Flight Dispatcher
Halsteads Aviation Corporation
05.2022 - 12.2023
Commercial Pilot -
African Sky Cruises
Private Pilot license -
Bird Aviation
High School -
Advanced, Howard
High school -
Sandringham
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