Schedule Planning Analyst

Job description / Role

Synopsis

Play a key role in supporting Etihad's ambitious growth strategy by contributing to the development of a commercially and operationally optimized passenger schedule. Ensure the timely and accurate publication of operating and marketing schedules, aligned with the broader strategic objectives of the Etihad Aviation Group.

Accountabilities

Support the development and delivery of Etihad's flight schedules across multiple time horizons, with the following key deliverables:

• Short-term (current IATA season):
  - In-season schedule scenarios
  - Continuous capacity optimization
  - Operational integrity checks
  - Fleet plan tracking
• Long-term (next IATA season and beyond):
  - Long-range schedule scenarios
  - Holistic schedule design
  - Annual budget and corporate outlook (5-10-year horizon) schedule planning

Additional responsibilities include:

• Supporting commercial initiatives to maximize profitability
• Collaborating with operational stakeholders to ensure compliance
• Enhancing existing processes and developing new tools and reports to drive continuous improvement
• Managing and leveraging key relationships across departments
• Aligning schedule changes with stakeholders including Network Planning, Revenue Management, Alliances & Partnerships, Operations, Government Affairs, Finance, and Corporate Communications
• Contributing to the ongoing enhancement of Etihad's slot portfolio
• Supporting ad-hoc charter flight requests

Education & Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of schedule planning experience with a reputable airline
• Proven experience in developing, presenting, and supporting business cases
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, with effective communication across all organizational levels
• Bachelor's degree in finance, business analytics, logistics, engineering, or a related discipline

About Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, was formed in 2003 and quickly went on to become one of the world's leading airlines. From its home in Abu Dhabi, Etihad flies to passenger and cargo destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America. Together with Etihad's codeshare partners, Etihad's network offers access to hundreds of international destinations. In recent years, Etihad has received numerous awards for its superior service and products, cargo offering, loyalty programme, and more. All this ties into Etihad's ambitious Journey 2030 strategy. The airline plans to double its fleet size and triple the number of customers over the next six years as it sets out to be the airline everyone wants to fly!

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About the Company

Etihad Airways is the National Airline of the United Arab Emirates. The airline was set up by a Royal Decree in July 2003, with Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE, as its hub. Etihad started commercial operations in November 2003.

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