Company: Airlink (Pty) Ltd
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Department: Flight Operations
Job Reference: N/A
Job Type: Permanent
Industry: Aviation and Airline Operations
Functional Area: Crew Management and Flight Operations
Date Posted: 03 November 2025
Closing Date: 03 November 2025
About Airlink
Airlink is one of Southern Africa’s most reputable and fastest-growing regional airlines, connecting travelers to more than 45 destinations across the continent. Known for its commitment to operational excellence, reliability, and customer satisfaction, Airlink plays a pivotal role in linking remote regions to major cities, fostering business, tourism, and connectivity across Africa.
The company’s Flight Operations Department is at the heart of its success, ensuring every flight is executed with precision, safety, and efficiency. Joining Airlink means being part of a high-performance team that values discipline, professionalism, and continuous improvement in every aspect of aviation.
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Position Overview
The Crew Tracker is responsible for the real-time coordination and management of Airlink’s operational roster, ensuring that all flight crew resources are efficiently allocated and compliant with aviation regulations. This position requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual who can work under pressure while maintaining high levels of accuracy.
The successful candidate will act as a central point of communication between flight operations, crew scheduling, and dispatch teams, ensuring smooth day-to-day operational continuity and immediate problem-solving when disruptions occur.
Key Responsibilities
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Monitor daily crew rosters and ensure optimal allocation of flight and cabin crew.
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Track and update real-time changes to operational schedules, including flight delays, crew sickness, or disruptions.
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Ensure compliance with Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and company regulations regarding crew duty times and rest periods.
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Communicate effectively with flight crew, operations control, and scheduling teams to resolve issues quickly.
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Maintain accurate records of crew movements, substitutions, and operational adjustments.
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Support the Crew Control and Flight Operations departments in maintaining operational efficiency.
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Provide daily reports to the Operations Duty Manager on crew availability and performance.
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Anticipate potential roster conflicts and implement proactive solutions.
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Uphold confidentiality and professionalism when managing sensitive crew information.
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Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in operational planning and crew coordination.
Minimum Requirements
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Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification.
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Minimum 2–3 years of experience in flight operations, crew scheduling, or airline control centers.
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Strong understanding of aviation regulations and crew rostering principles.
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Excellent computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Excel, Word, and scheduling systems.
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Strong attention to detail, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to perform well under pressure in a fast-paced operational environment.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays as required by operational needs.
Core Competencies
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Operational Awareness – Understands the complexities of flight operations and crew management.
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Analytical Thinking – Quickly identifies and resolves scheduling challenges.
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Communication – Maintains clear, professional communication across departments.
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Decision-Making – Exercises sound judgment under time-sensitive conditions.
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Adaptability – Responds effectively to unexpected operational changes.
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Team Collaboration – Works cohesively with operations, crew control, and management teams.
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Attention to Detail – Ensures compliance with all flight crew duty and rest requirements.
Why Join Airlink
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Join a leading regional airline known for operational excellence and professional integrity.
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Be part of an experienced and collaborative Flight Operations team.
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Enjoy career development and training opportunities within a high-growth aviation environment.
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Competitive remuneration and employee benefits.
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Contribute to the continued success of one of Africa’s top-performing airlines.
Employment Equity Commitment
Airlink is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and transformation. Preference may be given to candidates from designated groups in line with Airlink’s Employment Equity Policy.
POPIA Compliance Notice
Airlink fully complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). All candidate information is treated with strict confidentiality and used solely for recruitment purposes.
How to Apply
To apply for the Crew Tracker position, submit your application via the official Airlink Careers Portal before the closing date.
Application Guidelines:
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Submit a detailed CV in PDF or Word format.
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Attach certified copies of your ID, qualifications, and relevant certificates.
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Clearly indicate the position title (Crew Tracker) on your application.
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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