Operations Analyst at FlySafair

Safair Operations, operating as FlySafair, has a vacancy for an Operations Analyst at our head office in Bonaero Park. The successful applicant will report to the Executive Manager: Flight Operations/PRFO.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
     Operations and Business Process Management

• Performing requirements analysis and documenting processes;
• Conduct a variety of quantitative and qualitative analyses to support sustainability solutions.
• Provide subject matter knowledge and problem-solving abilities;
• Duties include gathering company information and statistics i.e. Engine performance data.
• Through the use of technology the Analyst will be responsible for driving costs and fuel efficiencies through process optimization and waste reduction:

• Understanding and auditing of fuel purchase records, working with procurement teams to identify optimal fuel network opportunities, and working with operations, technical and IT to maximize savings;
• Support fuel related initiatives such as benchmarking or fuel surcharge analysis;
• Identify initiatives to either reduce fuel spending or enhance fuel efficiency;
• Implement strategies for risk mitigation;
• Develop and maintain relationships with various vendors

Research and Analysis

• The research and analytical work will be mainly conducted in cooperation with other team members as part of the larger project;
• Monitor and perform focused research, analyse and report developments and recommendations;
• Interpreting gathered data;
• Submitting reports to the relevant department heads and management;
• Identifying patterns and trends in the analysed data;
• Helping the management and other teams draw business goals and needs;
• Formulating procedural manuals for relevant departments.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A Bachelor’s degree or related field combined with 3 years of experience working in relevant positions or industry;
• Exceptional analytical and conceptual thinking skills;
• Experience in Aviation Industry would be considered an advantage;
• Expert knowledge on subject matter is essential improvements required.

 PERSONAL ATRIBUTES:

• Analytically driven;
• Ability to work independently;
• Demonstrates high attention to detail;
• Can manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment;
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills;
• Report writing and presentation skills;
• High regard for confidentiality, and resilience;
• Must be team oriented and an independent self-starter;
• Highly organised;
• Customer focus;
• Professional;
• Quality focused;
• Flexible