Network Planning Coordinator at FlySafair

Description

• Support collaboration across departments to craft schedules that optimize cost efficiency, maximize aircraft and crew utilization, and enhance On-Time Performance (OTP);
• Assist with management of the Schedule, Crew and Aircraft Utilization;
• Execute additions and changes as instructed;
• Collaborate with the Yield Department to ensure optimal flight frequency and timing on each route, aligning with demand and maximizing operational efficiency;
• Long term aircraft planning and management to ensure technical and other operational requirements are considered;
• Attend Technical Meetings to ensure that we plan accordingly for aircraft availability and configuration changes in order to ensure optimal fleet operations;
• Coordinate with various departments to address charter and/or additional flight requests;
• Compile statistics for Exco and other departmental uses as required;
• Ensure Slot alignment and compliance in accordance with regulation;
• Ensure acquisition and retention of airport slots;
• Coordinate with CAMU and air traffic control to secure and manage slots;
• Calculate Flight and Duty Period during schedule planning to ensure compliance with SACAA regulations;
• Continuous analysis of schedule performance with the Commercial Department;
• Identify improvements in network planning to increase efficiencies.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent;
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an aviation operations environment;
• Previous AIMS Airline Software (Advantageous);
• Willing and able to work after hours if required;
• Knowledge of Schedule Planning;
• Knowledge of Operational environment;
• Knowledge of Slot allocation and coordination;
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory and compliance standards;
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook);
• Prior experience on AIMS software (Beneficial);
• Excellent communication skills (Essential);
• Analytical skills;
• Organized, systematic and detail orientated;
• Good interpersonal skills;
• Immaculate time keeping;
• Problem solving.

Personal Attributes:

• Professional;
• Reliable and dependable;
• High integrity;
• Calmness;
• Team orientated;
• Adaptable;
• Confident and assertive Respectful amongst peers and management;
• Able to work under extreme pressure and short deadlines.