Network Planning Support Officer (Sharjah, UAE)

Job Purpose

Supports the network planning team with system updates and reporting related activities ensuring effectiveness is in line with the set measures and company’s adopted policies and procedures. Also, to coordinate airport slots and facilitate planning for ad hoc & charter flights requests with a key objective of optimum aircraft usage on profitable routes.   

Key Result Responsibilities

1. Apply and negotiates slots for all additional & ad hoc extra for (L2) and (L3) airports.  This includes communications with Airport Authorities, Civil Aviation and Commercial Sales teams. 


2. Obtains timely approvals from Airports and Civil Aviation Authorities on all schedules and extra flights as per adopted procedures. Manages schedule changes resulting from different causes such as operational requirements, commercial reasons, airport slots approvals, or weather conditions etc. 


3. Maintains an up-to-date database of airports/airlines codes based on IATA manual for coding and communicates the data to concerned stakeholders as necessary. Maintains and files ASA agreements and keeps an up-to-date traffic right status sheet to be retrieved whenever needed. 


4. Creates and regularly updates the timetable for all Air Arabia hubs. Communicates with INNOVATA (IATA Partner) and (OAG) on regular basis to include/update Airline schedules and new routes in the SSIM (Standard Schedules Information Manual) ensuring records are included and changes are updated in due time to be recognized worldwide. 


5. Initiates/publishes the buses codes and schedules through adopted channels: Accelaero and on Lufthansa/Net-line for relevant hubs, this includes loading, changes, and cancellations.  


6. Implement schedule changes, loading extra flights and cancellation in system ensuring smooth protection of passengers. 


7. Generates Weekly Utilization Reports to highlight the average flying hours per aircraft in the assigned region/hub/area.   


8. Coordinates with Revenue Management on any cancellations, extra or addition of flights to ensure optimum utilization and yield management. 


9. Co-ordinates and assists dispatch to manage flight schedule disruptions caused due to AOG or other unforeseen circumstances.  


10. Works closely with Engineering Planning / maintenance teams to finalize scheduling of aircraft for maintenance ensuring smooth checks with minimal disruption. 


11. Performs any other duties as advised by the respective Line Manager. 

Note – The role defined here is not exhaustive and duties and responsibilities in line with the job function may be added from time to time. 

Qualifications (Academic, training, languages)

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Industrial, Planning, Computer), Business Management, Commerce or equivalent from a recognized university.

 

Work Experience

• 2+ years of working experience in a similar role or in an analytical role within the commercial division in the aviation industry, experience with low-cost airline is an advantage.


• IATA Certified in Network Fleet and Schedule Planning is a plus. 


• Capable of using technology systems and tools; proficient in Microsoft Office (Advanced Excel Skills),  


• Cost-oriented possesses effective problem-solving skills. 


• Fluent in English Language, Arabic is a plus. 


• Proven skills in analyzing data, identifying pitfalls and recommending cost-effective solutions. 


• Ability to use a balance of technical expertise to generate various reports based on data collation. 


• Demonstrates the ability to contribute and successfully deliver against business strategy and set KPIs.