Crew Planner

CHC Group Ltd.; Sola; On-site; NOK 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Competitive salary

Medical and insurance package

Job summary

CHC Helikopter Services is seeking a Crew Planner to join our Operations Control Centre in Sola, near Stavanger, Norway. This on-site role focuses on planning and coordinating crew resources to meet short- and long-term needs, while ensuring safety, efficiency and cost control.

You will report to the Manager, Crew Planning and have opportunities for development within the organisation. Hybrid work is not available; a full-time on-site position is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Business Management or related discipline.
• Relevant practical experience that may compensate for the absence of formal qualifications.
• Experience in crew planning, workforce planning, scheduling or people management.
• Fluency in Norwegian and English, written and spoken.
• Experience using AIMS or a comparable workforce planning system.
• Strong general IT skills and ability to manage priorities under pressure.
• Proactive, customer-focused approach and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Plan and optimise crew resources across short-term and long-term requirements.
• Ensure crew schedules comply with company requirements, legislation and budgets.
• Maintain and take ownership of crew planning and scheduling systems.
• Coordinate and follow up on training requirements.
• Prepare operational reports and workforce statistics.
• Support administrative activities, including invoicing, salary changes and holiday schedules.
• Collaborate with operational colleagues to support effective service delivery.

Skills

Crew planning

Workforce planning

Scheduling

People management

Norwegian & English fluency

AIMS or similar system

IT skills

Time management

Problem solving

Collaboration

Decision making

Budget awareness

Customer focus and teamwork

Aviation experience

CBA knowledge

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Business Management

Tools

AIMS or similar workforce system

Job description

Reach Beyond!

CHC provides unmatched helicopter services that enable our customers to reach beyond – to work in remote and challenging destinations that limit others – and come home safely. We are dedicated to our purpose of getting our customers where they need to be, when they need to be there, anywhere in the world – safely and reliably. All you have to do is get on board!At CHC, we pride ourselves on our values and culture:Accountability: Take pride and ownership of our actions and results.Collaboration: Working together with transparency and trust to drive continuous improvement.Care: Creating a safe and sustainable environment for all.Integrity: Doing what's right and fostering a culture of respect.Excellence: Prioritizing quality services and setting industry standards.

Role Summary

Location: Sola, near Stavanger, NorwayEmployment: Full-time | On-site

Join our Operations Control Centre

CHC Helikopter Services is looking for an organised and proactive Crew Planner to join our Operations Control Centre team in Sola, near Stavanger.

This is an exciting opportunity to play an important part in the planning and coordination of crew resources within a dynamic aviation environment. You will support both short-term operational requirements and longer-term workforce planning, helping ensure that resources are deployed safely, effectively and cost-efficiently.

The position reports to the Manager, Crew Planning and offers opportunities for continued learning and development within the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

What will you be doing?

As a Crew Planner, you will:

• Plan and optimise crew resources across both short-term and long-term requirements
• Ensure crew schedules comply with company requirements, applicable legislation and agreed budgets
• Maintain and take ownership of crew planning and scheduling systems
• Coordinate and follow up on training requirements
• Prepare operational reports and workforce statistics
• Support administrative activities, including invoicing, salary changes and holiday schedules
• Work closely with operational colleagues and other stakeholders to support effective service delivery

Qualifications, Skills & Attributes

What are we looking for?

You will ideally have:

• A relevant bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Business Management or another related discipline
• Relevant practical experience that may compensate for the absence of formal qualifications
• Previous experience in crew planning, workforce planning, scheduling or people management
• Fluency in both Norwegian and English, written and spoken
• Experience using AIMS or a comparable workforce or crew planning system
• Strong general IT skills
• The ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and remain calm under pressure
• Strong problem-solving, collaboration and decision-making skills
• Good financial awareness and the ability to plan resources cost-effectively
• A proactive, customer-focused approach and a strong commitment to teamwork

It would be an advantage if you have:

• Previous experience within aviation
• Knowledge of, or experience working with, Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Experience of working in a fast-paced operational or safety-critical environment

Why join CHC Helikopter Services?

You will have the opportunity to:

• Join a dynamic organisation operating in a rewarding area of aviation
• Build your experience within an operational planning environment
• Access development opportunities within the organisation
• Receive a competitive salary and a generous medical and insurance package
• Participate in social and integration events
• Benefit from free on-site parking

Eligibility and working arrangements

This is a full-time, on-site position based in Sola, near Stavanger. Hybrid working is not available for this role.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in Norway and be able to meet any operational clearance or access requirements relevant to the position. As part of the recruitment process, candidates may be required to complete appropriate pre-employment screening and background checks, subject to applicable Norwegian legislation.