Network Planning Specialist
Overview
Develop routes to enhance network coverage optimisation; Design flight schedules that maximise aircraft and crew utilisation while minimising operational costs; Determine the frequency and timing of flights to optimise availability and On-Time Performance (OTP); Utilise advanced network planning software and analytical tools to fine-tune schedules and improve operational efficiency; Collaborate with fleet management teams to align route planning with aircraft availability and capabilities; Determine the optimal allocation of aircraft types to specific routes based on factors such as capacity, range and market demand; Facilitate interdepartmental communications to address all schedule and aircraft-related planning and requirements; Undertake long-term aircraft planning and management to ensure technical and other operational requirements are considered; Attend Technical meetings to ensure proactive planning for aircraft availability and configuration changes, in order to ensure optimal fleet operations; Coordinate charter, supplementary and additional flight requests or schedule changes with Commercial and relevant stakeholders; Assess and mitigate risks associated with route development, schedule changes and operational disruptions; Develop contingency plans and risk mitigation to address unforeseen events and minimise the impact on network operations; Ensure and process seasonal, ad hoc and additional slot applications within prescribed deadlines, monitor slot allocation and utilisation, and facilitate adjustments in line with schedule changes and operational requirements; Ensure schedules align with approved slots, resolve discrepancies, maintain records, protect historic rights and share regular slot reports with stakeholders; Participate in the Fatigue Safety Action Group as required; Ensure accurate Flight and Duty Period (FDP) calculations during schedule planning, in accordance with applicable SACAA regulations; Provide monthly reports/stats to management as required; Manage Winter and Summer schedule planning and provide relevant reports; Act as the Project Ambassador for Scheduling.
Requirements
- Grade 12 or equivalent (Essential)
- Relevant degree (NQF Level 7) (Essential)
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in an Aviation Operations environment and/or relevant qualification (Essential)
- Experience of AIMS software (Advantageous)
- Willing and able to work after hours if required
- Flight and duty knowledge for Crew
- Excellent understanding of Schedule Planning
- Knowledge of sector pairings
- Working knowledge of the AIP, including amendments and supplements, to verify relevant operational requirements
- Knowledge of Maintenance schedules (Short and long term)
- Knowledge of Airport slot management
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) (Essential)
- Excellent communication skills (Essential)
- Attention to detail
- Organised and systematic
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Creative problem solver
- Strategic thinking
- Leadership skills
- Good time management
- Analytical skills
Responsibilities
- Develop routes to enhance network coverage optimisation
- Design flight schedules that maximise aircraft and crew utilisation while minimising operational costs
- Determine the frequency and timing of flights to optimise availability and On-Time Performance (OTP)
- Utilise advanced network planning software and analytical tools to fine-tune schedules and improve operational efficiency
- Collaborate with fleet management teams to align route planning with aircraft availability and capabilities
- Determine the optimal allocation of aircraft types to specific routes based on factors such as capacity, range and market demand
- Facilitate interdepartmental communications to address all schedule and aircraft-related planning and requirements
- Undertake long-term aircraft planning and management to ensure technical and other operational requirements are considered
- Attend Technical meetings to ensure proactive planning for aircraft availability and configuration changes
- Coordinate charter, supplementary and additional flight requests or schedule changes with Commercial and relevant stakeholders
- Assess and mitigate risks associated with route development, schedule changes and operational disruptions
- Develop contingency plans and risk mitigation to address unforeseen events and minimise the impact on network operations
- Ensure and process seasonal, ad hoc and additional slot applications within prescribed deadlines
- Monitor slot allocation and utilisation, and facilitate adjustments in line with schedule changes and operational requirements
- Ensure schedules align with approved slots, resolve discrepancies, maintain records, protect historic rights and share regular slot reports with stakeholders
- Participate in the Fatigue Safety Action Group as required
- Ensure accurate Flight and Duty Period (FDP) calculations during schedule planning
- Provide monthly reports/stats to management as required
- Manage Winter and Summer schedule planning and provide relevant reports
- Act as the Project Ambassador for Scheduling
How to apply
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