Manager Schedule Planning

Etihad Airways; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline based in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced schedules planner to optimize passenger and cargo flight schedules. The candidate will manage the schedule delivery process, collaborate with key stakeholders, and ensure the timely publication of flight details. Applicants should have at least 5 years of planning experience in the airline industry along with a relevant degree. This role offers the chance to contribute to the airline's ambitious Journey 2030 strategy.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in Schedules/Planning at a reputable airline.
• Ability to develop, present, and support business cases effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage the schedule delivery and development process.
• Develop reports and maintain transparency in operations.
• Coordinate with various stakeholders to ensure operational compliance.
• Enhance Etihad's slot portfolio continually.
• Manage ad-hoc charter requests effectively.

Skills

Schedules/Planning experience

Staff management

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Planning, Analytics or similar discipline

Job description

Synopsis

In this role, you will develop and deliver an economically and operationally optimized passenger and cargo schedule and ensure timely and accurate publication of operating and marketing flight schedules. The process ensures that the output is aligned to the broader Etihad Aviation Group’s strategy.

Accountabilities

• Manage the schedule delivery/development process that supports the following key deliverables
  • Short-term (current IATA season) that includes close‑in re‑fleeting, ongoing capacity optimisation, operational integrity maintained, on‑time performance targets are delivered
  • Long-term (6–12 months) that includes supporting network/commercial requests to maximise profitability and working with key operational stakeholders to ensure operational compliance
  • Recommend initiatives/changes to senior management as part of continual capacity optimisation
  • Annual budget schedule development
  • 5 and 10 year schedule development which also incorporates the long‑term fleet strategy
• Develop key reports and manage regular meetings with operations to ensure complete transparency through the seasonal stakeholder deck and monthly operational meetings
• Ongoing coordination/communication with key stakeholders in the business that includes Network planning, Revenue Management, Alliances & Partnerships, Operations, Government Affairs, Finance and Corporate Communications
• Protect and ensure continual enhancement of Etihad’s slot portfolio
• Ensure timely and accurate publication of the Etihad’s prime, codeshare and marketing flights
• Manage ad‑hoc charter requests that add value and do not compromise the Etihad operation

Education & Experience

• At least 5 years of Schedules/Planning experience with a reputable airline and with proven ability in developing, presenting and supporting business cases, managing staff and managing projects with a high degree of interaction and communication with all levels in the organization.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Planning, Analytics or similar discipline.

About Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, was formed in 2003 and quickly went on to become one of the world’s leading airlines. From its home in Abu Dhabi, Etihad flies to passenger and cargo destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia and North America. Together with Etihad’s codeshare partners, Etihad’s network offers access to hundreds of international destinations. In recent years, Etihad has received numerous awards for its superior service and products, cargo offering, loyalty programme and more. All this ties into Etihad’s ambitious Journey 2030 strategy. The airline plans to double its fleet size and triple the number of customers over the next six years as it sets out to be the airline everyone wants to fly!

To learn more, visit etihad.com

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