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Zahbia Wazirgul

Zahbia Wazirgul

Dubai,United Arab Emirates

Summary

Experienced aviation professional with over 15 years in global airline operations, specializing in crew management, incident response, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to work in 24/7 control center environments, managing crew rosters, responding to disruptions, and maintaining crew welfare. Strong communicator, quick decision-maker, and dedicated to supporting safe and efficient flight operations.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Customer service agent Team leader

Danat Emirates Group
Dubai
12.2024 - Current
  • Oversee check-in and boarding processes for passengers at the terminal, ensuring efficient flow and high customer satisfaction.
  • Lead and support a team of frontline agents to deliver smooth operations and resolve customer issues in real time.
  • Manage last-minute disruptions, coordinate with flight operations, and ensure all safety and compliance protocols are followed.
  • Act as the main point of contact for escalated cases, balancing operational efficiency with service excellence.

CABIN CREW OPERATION OFFICER

Qatar Airways
, Qatar
05.2013 - 07.2021
  • Managed daily “on the day” operational oversight of multinational Flight and Cabin Crew within a 24/7 state-of-the-art Crew Operations Centre at the Hub and across the global network.
  • Responded promptly to in-flight and outstation incidents, flight delays, and emergencies by activating departmental Emergency and Contingency plans, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and minimizing operational disruption.
  • Monitored crew rosters and schedules to ensure adherence to Flight Duty Time Limitations (FDTL), fatigue risk management protocols, and regulatory standards including IATA, GACA, and ICAO.
  • Acted as the central point of contact and liaison between crew members, Crew Control, the Operations Control Center (OCC), and management for rapid issue resolution and crew welfare support.
  • Collaborated closely with Crew Control, IOC, and shift in-charges, providing guidance and leading the team in daily operational tasks and requirements.
  • Participated in daily operational meetings to discuss performance, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Prepared and submitted detailed daily operational reports and communications to senior management to maintain situational awareness and support decision-making


Welfare officer

Qatar airways
, Qatar
04.2020 - 09.2020

Seconded to welfare department.

As a Welfare Officer, my primary responsibility was to provide comprehensive support to cabin crew members, addressing both personal and professional concerns. This encompassed offering guidance and assistance to navigate various challenges they encountered, fostering a supportive and nurturing environment. Monitoring cabin crew absences, whether due to sickness or other reasons, was integral to ensuring smooth operations. I took proactive measures to address these absences promptly, providing necessary guidance and support as needed. Daily reports were meticulously prepared and sent to management, providing insights into crew welfare and attendance trends. Maintaining updated data and records was essential for effective monitoring and decision-making. Moreover, I was committed to assisting crew members during their outstation assignments, offering assistance and resources to enhance their experience and well-being.

CABIN CREW SUPERVISOR

Qatar Airways
, Qatar
06.2006 - 05.2013
  • Supervised a team of 7 to 21 cabin crew onboard international flights, ensuring service delivery, safety, and regulatory compliance.
  • Served as Cabin Senior in premium cabins, overseeing the inflight experience for Business and First Class passengers.
  • Coordinated pre-flight briefings, assigned crew roles, and verified crew readiness and qualifications.
  • Maintained consistent communication with flight deck and ground teams to align inflight service with operational goals.
  • Provided mentorship, conflict resolution, and real-time leadership to ensure a seamless premium travel experience.
  • worked in all the three cabins economy, business and first class.

Education

Associate's degree - Arts

University of The Punjab
Lahore
2018 - 2020

ITEC Diploma - Professional Conduct and business awareness

Tajmeel Academy
Qatar
04.2001 - 07.2015

ITEC Diploma - Make-Up Artist/Specialist

Tajmeel Academy
Qatar
07.2015

Diploma - Information System Management

APTECH Computer Education
Qatar
2004 - 2005

Skills

  • Crew Scheduling & Duty Management
  • Aviation Regulation Compliance (IATA, GACA, ICAO)
  • Incident & Disruption Response
  • OCC/Crew Operations Center Coordination
  • Stakeholder Communication & Escalation Handling
  • Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
  • Crew Management Systems
  • Fatigue Risk & Flight Duty Time Limitation (FDTL) Knowledge
  • Crisis Management
  • Team Leadership & Conflict Resolution

Timeline

Customer service agent Team leader

Danat Emirates Group
12.2024 - Current

Welfare officer

Qatar airways
04.2020 - 09.2020

CABIN CREW OPERATION OFFICER

Qatar Airways
05.2013 - 07.2021

CABIN CREW SUPERVISOR

Qatar Airways
06.2006 - 05.2013

ITEC Diploma - Professional Conduct and business awareness

Tajmeel Academy
04.2001 - 07.2015

Associate's degree - Arts

University of The Punjab
2018 - 2020

ITEC Diploma - Make-Up Artist/Specialist

Tajmeel Academy

Diploma - Information System Management

APTECH Computer Education
2004 - 2005
Zahbia Wazirgul