TUI Group is the world’s number one integrated tourism business. Within TUI Group, TUI Airline regroups all airline activities across UK, Nordics, Belgium, The Netherlands, and Germany. The Crew Planning function operates as a multi-disciplinary team of experts driving efficiency and innovation and as Senior Manager of Crew Planning , your focus will be to develop, improve and lead the team to deliver optimum crew efficiency whilst delivering compliant rosters. In this role, you’ll report to the General Manager of Flight Operations.
ABOUT THE JOB
Lead the Crew Planning teams to ensure optimal planning of all Central Region Flight and Cabin Crew rosters, including training, from publication until 72hrs prior to the day of operation, ensuring rosters are optimised and fully compliant with Flight Time Limitations (FTLs), scheduling agreements, fatigue management and in accordance with LBA requirements
Supervise the management of the crew contact team in conjunction with the TOCC leadership team
Collaborating closely with the Nominated Person to ensure regulatory requirements are adhered to
Developing strong working relationships with all stakeholders & Crew Management teams regarding communication and opportunities for continuous improvement and support the development of industrial agreements aimed at maximising crew utilisation.
Pursue optimal crew productivity and cost of delivery in accordance with FTL’s, Industrial Agreements (including workers’ council) and any other regulatory requirements and recommend appropriate changes to scheduling agreements
Provide support for negotiations within the Central Region with supporting evidence as to impact on any scheduling agreement changes
Defining and developing comprehensive KPIs to drive crew efficiency throughout the crew planning process to achieve the optimum balance between quality, cost and productivity, thus resulting in effective decision making
Seek opportunities for continuous improvement in the operations with a focus on value and efficiency
Provide leadership and guidance to a high performing team through developing and shaping a clear structure, providing direction, and developing cultural awareness
Coach your management team and drive high performance and personal development
Ensure your team understand the importance of leadership development by acting as a role model in making time for, and showing commitment to, your own development as a leader
Ensure solid, authentic, and robust employee engagement within your team and cultivate an atmosphere aligned with our TUI values
Deliver innovative and creative engagement solutions to create a cohesive and change ready community
ABOUT YOU
Ability to think strategically, commercially and operationally
Logical thinker with ability to generate ideas, solve problems and provide alternatives whilst maintaining attention to detail
Familiarity with FTLs, Crew Planning processes and systems, and experience of negotiating with union representatives
Ability to operate in a changing environment and under time pressure
Skilled communicator with ability to influence, partner with senior leaders across TUI Airline, lead change, gaining support & commitment from leaders and employees
Self-motivated leader who takes the initiative and works collaboratively with a track record of leading, motivating and developing teams
Ability to operate across source markets with multiple stakeholders and customers
Role requires German language skills, both spoken and written
Role requires strong business English, both spoken and written, and may involve some international travel
OUR OFFER
Fantastic holiday benefits including discounts, special offers and the ability to purchase additional ‘TUI time off’
Health and Wellbeing support in five key areas – Financial, Health, Social, Community and Career
Discretionary Bonus Scheme
Private Medical Insurance, single cover with option to add dependants
Permanent Health Insurance
Pension scheme and life assurance
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