Regional Operations Controller

Kia ora!

Join our team that keeps Air New Zealand’s regional network running smoothly. As a Crew/Operations Controller based in Christchurch, you’ll play a vital role in connecting communities across Aotearoa. Please note this is a 24-month fixed-term contract.

What You’ll Do:

You’ll be at the centre of our Regional Airlines Operations Centre, managing daily flight operations and ensuring our schedules stay on track. You’ll coordinate with crew, respond to disruptions, and make real-time decisions that keep our network moving.

• You will monitor and adjust flight schedules to minimise delays
• You will liaise directly with crew to maintain roster integrity
• You will collaborate with internal teams to resolve operational challenges quickly and calmly
• You will use systems like Carina to manage crew logistics and compliance

What You’ll Bring:

You’re calm under pressure, detail-oriented, and thrive in fast-paced environments, you’ll bring...

• Experience in airline operations or crew control
• Familiarity with Carina or similar crew management tools
• Understanding of CAA rules and employment agreements
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays

Why Join Us:

• A unique opportunity to gain experience in a high-impact aviation role
• Exposure to a dynamic operations team and real-time decision-making
• A stepping stone into broader airline operations or network planning
• Travel benefits and a supportive team culture

If you’re passionate about aviation and ready to make a difference every day, apply now via the Air New Zealand Careers site. Applications close 8th July 2025.

At Air New Zealand, we are proudly committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and believe in creating a truly inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves and thrive. Our people are our greatest asset – because while everything else we do in our operation can be replicated by our competitors, it is our people that truly set us apart. We are firm believers in celebrating the differences and diversity of thought our people bring to their roles.

Whāia te pae tawhiti kia tata. Ko te pae tata whakamaua, kia tina.

"Seek to bring distant horizons closer. Once near, seize them and make them your reality."