Crew Planner - Edmonton, Canada - Flair Airlines Ltd.

Flair Airlines Ltd.

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Edmonton, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Job Title:
Crew Planner

Department:
OCC & Planning

Location:
Edmonton, AB (YEG)

Work Arrangement:
This role is primarily based in the office environment.

Position Overview:

Reporting to the Senior Manager of SOCC and Planning or their designate, the Crew Planner is responsible for various crew planning tasks, such as managing crewing levels and vacation assignments, overseeing crew travel and accommodation, and providing guidance to crew schedulers.

The role requires expertise with crew scheduling software and coordination with co-workers, crew members, and other company departments. The Crew Planner must work a flexible schedule, including holidays, weekends, afternoons, and night shifts, as service needs demand. The work environment is ever changing, fast-paced and deadline-driven, with potential overtime and occasional travel. The position requires mínimal supervision and is primarily based in a typical office environment. It involves physical tasks such as sitting, bending, stooping, and standing for extended periods.

Primary Job Functions:

The duties of the
Crew Planner include:

Attend planning and scheduling meetings
Enter monthly schedules into our operating system
Assign monthly days off for crew members
Create monthly pairings in compliance with Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs), the Company Operations Manual (COM), the Fatigue Risk Management System (FRMS), and other relevant policies
Develop monthly crew rosters according to CARs, COM, FRMS, and Collective Agreements
Manage the annual allocation of aircrew vacation by preparing, distributing, and collecting vacation bid package
Work with the Pilot and Inflight training departments to assist in the development and scheduling of classroom, ground, and simulator training
Analyze future schedules to assess crewing and budget impacts
Contribute to staff planning and provide recommendations for crewing levels
Provide support to crew schedulers
Provide excellent customer service and support to all crewmembers, ensuring respectful workplace practices and providing accurate policy, procedural, and regulatory information
Fill in for crew schedulers during their vacation, illness, or as needed
Perform other duties as assigned by the company time to time

Qualifications & Requirements:

-
Education:

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Knowledge of Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) as it pertains to commercial air operations

- **Experience**:

Three years of experience in a similar role, previous aviation experience is considered an asset
Excellent interpersonal communication, organizational and time management skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work in stressful environment and manage multiple tasks effectively
Intermediate level of proficiency using Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel, and data entry

- **Skills & Abilities**:

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a high
stress, deadline
driven, ever
changing work environment while prioritizing tasks and assignments
Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders
Ability to think outside the box and propose new ideas and solutions, showcasing a proactive and forwardthinking approach
Demonstrate knowledge of employee responsibilities concerning safety and actively engage in the company's Safety Management System (SMS) program

Competencies:

Leading as a Flair teammate by demonstrating collaborative behavior and modeling the company's values in all interactions
Maintaining diverse relationships with peers and stakeholders to foster effective communication and collaboration
Delivering results with impact by setting clear goals, prioritizing tasks effectively, and continuously striving for improvement in performance and outcomes

- **Requirements**:

Clear criminal record check and satisfactory employment references
Must be legally eligible to work in Canada without restriction

Why Join Flair Airlines:

At Flair Airlines, we value our employees and provide a supportive and collaborative work environment that offers opportunities for growth and professional achievement.

Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package,
effective on your first day of employment, which includes:

Competitive compensation package including medical and dental benefits, both short and longterm disability coverage, life insurance, dependent life insurance, and an employee & family assistance program.
Pension plan with matched contributions.
Individualized performance bonuses based on achievements.
Attractive referral incentive program.
Access to our staff travel program, allowing employees and their travel companions unlimited travel access across the Flair network.

How to Apply:

If you're ready to embark on this exciting journe