Crew Planning Manager

Turner Townsend; Luton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a Crew Planning Manager based in Luton to manage crew allocation and roster creation for Wizz Air UK. The role involves leading a team, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, and optimizing crew productivity. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's or Master's degree, excellent English skills, and at least 5 years of experience in a multinational environment. Competitive salary and attractive benefits are offered, alongside opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Base salary and employee bonus scheme

Unlimited discounted seating tickets

Relocation package

Life insurance

Training opportunities

Multi-cultural work environment

Qualifications

• 5 years of professional experience in a multinational environment.
• Excellent English (written and spoken).
• Flexibility to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Crew Planner team for Wizz Air UK.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations.
• Optimize crew roster for highest productivity.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree

Tools

MS Office

CAE

Jeppesen

AIMS Crew and Ops system

Job description

Crew Planning Manager (Based in Luton)

Purpose of the position: Manages efficient allocation of crew and roster creation for Wizz Air UK, ensuring roster efficiency and compliance with regulation as well as driving systems and process improvements. The manager delivers operational performance by leading the team through efficient rostering strategies while supporting crew work‑life balance.

What we offer:

• Base salary and employee bonus scheme
• Unlimited number of significantly discounted and confirmed seating tickets, giving access to a continuously growing network of destinations
• Relocation package (if applicable)
• Life insurance
• Instant impact, from any level of the organisation, exposure to C‑suite management
• Fast career progression, internal mobility and talent management supported by training opportunities (Wizz Academy and bespoke trainings)
• True international and multi‑cultural work environment, passionate, driven and diverse teams

Responsibilities:

• Leading the Crew Planner team for Wizz Air UK
• Oversight and accountability of the crew planning function within the AOC
• In collaboration with the Crew Resource Manager, oversight of crew resources available to ensure program coverage and operational resilience
• Planning crew routes based on the schedule and duty rules
• Optimizing the crew roster to ensure highest crew productivity while adhering to safety and compliance requirements
• Responsibility for roster fatigue and well‑being of the crew community
• Ensuring high efficiency of built rosters
• Taking the lead in process and system improvement
• Cross‑functional project management
• Cooperation with various stakeholders across the organization (Crew Planning, Cabin and Flights Operation, Training, Human Resources)
• Ensuring compliance with industry regulations (duty and flight time limitations, Fatigue Risk Management)
• Achieving a balanced distribution of work between available crews
• Creation of balanced roster patterns and analysis of schedule requirements

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or Master's Degree
• Excellent English (written and spoken)
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Growth mindset and can‑do attitude
• Professional experience of 5 years in a multinational environment
• Ability to synthesize information into recommendations
• Good oral and written presentation skills
• Team work and strong interpersonal skills
• Good leadership and people management skills
• Flexibility to travel as required away from Head Office
• Knowledge of CAE, Jeppesen, AIMS Crew and Ops system and knowledge of Working Rules Limitations and Rest requirements
• Excellent MS Office skills
• Good organizational skills and attention to details

When applying, please only provide valid information regarding your educational background and certificates, as the original documents will be requested during the hiring process. We look forward to meeting you and learning more about your skills and experience. Join the Wizz Air team and discover the world of opportunities.