Resource Planning Manager - Global Aviation Services Company

Michael Page (UK); Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits with a global aviation services firm seeking a skilled professional in resource optimization. This role emphasizes improving operational efficiency and building strong relationships with stakeholders while ensuring compliance with policies and legal guidelines. The successful candidate will lead resource planning teams and contribute to sustainability initiatives, all within a supportive and positive work environment. If you have a proven track record in a similar business and are ready to make an impact, this position offers the chance to thrive in a dynamic industry.

Benefits

Experience dependent salary

Supportive working environment

Opportunity to contribute to a large organisation

Qualifications

• Proven track record in resource optimization in a labour-intensive business.
• Outstanding analytical, problem-solving, and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Improve operational efficiency by utilizing decision support systems.
• Coach and develop resource planning teams focusing on performance.

Skills

Resource Optimisation

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Leadership Abilities

Tools

Decision Support Systems

Job description

• Exciting opportunity to join a global Aviation Services company.
• Resource optimisation/ planning experience required.

About Our Client

Our client is a global organisation operating within the aviation industry. They pride themselves on delivering high-quality services to their customers and maintaining a supportive and positive working environment for their employees.

Job Description

Key responsibilities include:

• Improve operational efficiency by utilizing decision support systems.
• Communicate and ensure compliance with internal and external policies, legal guidelines, and labour laws.
• Build long-term, trust-based relationships with customers, authorities, and stakeholders.
• Coach, mentor, and develop resource planning teams, focusing on performance and succession planning.
• Support sustainability initiatives by optimizing resources and contributing to energy and emissions reduction goals.
• Ensure safe and secure operations across all areas.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate would have:

• Proven track record in resource optimization in a labour-intensive business.
• Experience working across multiple product lines and geographic business units.
• Direct P&L responsibility for a similar-sized, complex business, with financial knowledge in labour costs, fleet costs, and forecasting.
• Outstanding analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership abilities.
• Ability to travel, hold a UK driving license, and obtain security clearance.

What's on Offer

On offer to the candidate:

• Experience dependent salary plus package.
• The opportunity to work in a supportive and positive working environment.
• The chance to contribute to a large organisation in the aviation industry.