Operations Planning Manager

About This Role

We unlock value for Airport Owners and Investors.

daa International was established in early 2014 to leverage the expertise, track record, and experience embedded in the daa Group companies and make it available to the market. It does this by reaching into the organization and assembling skilled teams to deliver customized solutions to unlock value in airports for investors and state owners. The group's capability covers all aspects of airport ownership, investment, and commercial operation. With over 5,000 employees across the group, daa International can draw on a vast pool of subject matter proficiency.

Working at daa International offers a fast-paced environment with a variety of opportunities for every airport professional. We provide a unique environment where you work alongside high preforming industry leaders, join a culture that embraces equality, inclusion and diversity and where continuous development and collaboration is at the forefront.

The Operations Planning Manager will contribute to translating forecast demand into practical operational plans, supporting coordination across stakeholders and helping to ensure the smooth delivery of daily operations. The role requires strong analytical capability, attention to detail, and effective communication skills. In addition, the role holder will support the development of local team members and contribute to a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing in line with daa International’s values.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Planning & Forecasting:

Develop and maintain short-term and seasonal operational plans, aligning passenger demand, aircraft schedules, and terminal capacity. Analyse forecasts to identify potential capacity constraints and support the development of mitigation actions for peak periods.

Capacity Planning & Slot Coordination:

Support capacity planning activities across terminal operations and coordinate with the slot coordinator to manage slot requests. Ensure planning assumptions reflect operational constraints and available capacity.

Resource Planning & Operational Readiness:

Coordinate resource planning activities for terminal operations, including check-in and passenger processing areas. Support operational readiness for peak periods, new facilities, and operational changes.

Data Analysis & Performance Monitoring:

Analyse operational data, including passenger volumes and peak demand patterns, to support planning activities. Provide insights to support operational decision-making and continuous improvement.

Reporting & Data Management:

Prepare regular operational reports and support the production of management and stakeholder reporting. Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery of information.

Stakeholder Coordination:

Work closely with airlines, ground handlers, and internal teams to coordinate operational plans. Support planning meetings and working groups to ensure alignment across stakeholders.

Disruption Planning & Operational Support:

Assist in planning for operational disruptions, including facility outages or changes to operations, and support coordination of mitigation measures to minimise operational impact.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or any related degree (Required)
• 10+ years of airport operations planning experience, with a proven track record of delivering effective Operations Planning in a large Airport.
• Expert understanding of operations planning, modelling, capacity assessment, slot coordination, resource planning, traffic forecasting, and scenario planning.
• Strong experience of using Airport Operations modelling and planning tools is highly desirable.
• Experience in planning for peak operations, irregular or disrupted operations, and seasonal traffic variations.
• Preferred Aviation experience within Saudi Arabia or in the GCC preferred.

Wishing you all the best!