Job description
Air Charter Service is a global leader in aircraft chartering, providing bespoke aviation solutions worldwide. We arrange private jet, commercial and cargo charters for clients across the globe.
We are looking for motivated university students to join our Operations team as Operations Controllers for a 3‐month work placement over the busy summer period. This is a hands‐on opportunity to gain real exposure to aviation operations and the delivery of charter flights.
Job DescriptionThe purpose of this 3‐month placement is to assist the Operations team during their busiest period of the year, the summer. As an Operations Controller, students will gain a real understanding of how charter flights are coordinated and managed in real time. This placement is designed to bridge the gap between academic study and professional employment, offering valuable insight into aviation operations and international logistics while supporting the day‐to‐day delivery of charter flights.
Duties will include but are not limited to:
Supporting the Operations team by assisting brokers with flight watching and live flight monitoring
Liaising with Flight Reps, Airport Handlers and Operators
Liaising with brokers to provide operational updates and support
Providing general administrative support to the Operations team
Accurately entering and maintaining flight information across internal systems
Producing and distributing daily operational reports
Managing and monitoring the shared Operations inbox, ensuring timely responses
Monitoring weather conditions and flagging potential operational impacts
Summer Programme Details
Programme starts in early/mid‐June through to September (around 12 weeks)
Working hours are varied and include weekends and nights; shifts will be allocated on a rota basis
The shift patterns are: 06:00‐18:00 and 18:00‐06:00 (with 1‐hour unpaid lunch) on a 3 on 3 off basis
Training provided on site
Applicants must be enrolled in a university programme, returning after summer 2026
Office based role based in our Surbiton HQ
Qualifications
Interest in Aviation, Operations, Logistics or International Business is desirable
Must be enrolled as a university student
Hardworking and flexible
Exceptional communication skills, fluency in a second language is an advantage
Excellent problem solving
Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
Strong resilience with the ability to thrive working under pressure
MUST live within a 45‐minute commute of our Surbiton HQ
Additional Information
Paying £25,000pa on a pro rata basis
Free onsite gym with classes
Free breakfast and lunch in our onsite canteen "The Hangar"
22 days' holiday per year (pro rata for fixed‐term contract)
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Extra information
- Status
- Open
- Education Level
- Secondary School
- Location
- London
- Type of Contract
- Full-time jobs
- Published at
- 03-04-2026
- Profession type
- Logistics jobs
- Full UK/EU driving license preferred
- No
- Car Preferred
- No
- Must be eligible to work in the EU
- No
- Cover Letter Required
- No
- Languages
- English
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