Manager Schedule Planning
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About This Role
Overview
As Etihad continues with it's major growth phase, join Etihad's Network Planning & Scheduling function and be right in the thick of where the airline transformation experience sits.
Job Description
- 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.
- 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 optimization, operational integrity maintained, on time performance targets are delivered
- Long-term (6-12 months) that includes supporting network/commercial requests to maximize profitability and working with key operational stakeholders to ensure operational compliance
- Recommend initiatives/changes to senior management as part of continual capacity optimization
- 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
Qualifications
- At least 5 years 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
Additional Information
Etihad Airways is more than the UAE’s national airline - we’re shaping the future of global aviation.
From our hub in Abu Dhabi, we connect people across continents and cultures, while driving our “Journey 2030” ambition to double our fleet, expand our network and grow our people for a new era of excellence.
Join us and become part of a vision where the world is your workplace and extraordinary experiences take flight.
To learn more visit www.etihad.com
Recruitment Fraud Alert
Beware of fraudulent job offers from individuals or organizations claiming to represent the Etihad group.
We will never ask for personal information, bank details, or payment during the recruitment process.
Interviews are conducted face-to-face or via video/telephone before any formal offer.
If you are asked for money, please treat it as fraudulent.
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