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Operations Planning Graduate Scheme

Employer
London Gatwick Airport
Location
London Gatwick Airport, Gatwick
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
29 Nov 2022

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Job Details

Operations Planning Graduate Scheme
(2 years Fixed Term)
 

Have you, or will you graduate with a 2:1 (or projected for 2023) or above and have an interest in travel or Aviation?
Are you interested in Growing with Gatwick?
 

What is the Programme?

Its for 2 years.  And help you to understand more about running our Airport. Tailored to suit you. You will be able to give your best and redefine what is possible. You will be involved in live projects that deliver what matters. Part of the programme will include a leadership development module with the other graduates and a dedicated coach (a senior leader from the business) to help build resilience in the workplace.

The Sales and Operational Planning team are integral to Gatwick Airport's business objectives. They maximise growth minimising capital investment. This programme is at the heart of the operation, supporting the delivery of stable operations at Gatwick Airport.

Department activities include managing the airport capacity, forecasting passenger demand, passenger flow and airfield simulation, and setting out future infrastructure requirements.

As part of the Graduate programme, you will spend the first year in the Operations Planning team, supporting the delivery of stable operations at Gatwick Airport. Principle accountabilities are:

  • Forecast modelling to support airport operations and strategic decision making
  • Leverage the use of statistical analysis to drive performance
  • Provide insight on future growth potential and impact 
  • Drive continuous improvement

In the second year, you will join the Capacity Planning team, responsible for delivering operational analytics and modelling requirements at Gatwick Airport. Principle accountabilities are:

  • Creating 3D computational Airport models of the Airfield, Terminals, Security, Baggage, Airspace, and Landside and simulating flows.
  • Developing Python and/or Excel models/solutions to drive efficiency.  
  • Analysis of demand and capacity to inform medium-long-term capacity requirements to maximise growth opportunities while limiting the need for investment in new airport infrastructure.
  • Model trends to drive decision-making on investment and associated solutions to any areas of pinch point identified.
  • Leverage statistical analysis involving data collection, data interpretation, and finally, data validation to enhance decision-making.

What will you gain?

  • A competitive salary. 
  • A Leadership development programme that builds on your commercial awareness, sense of self, coaching skills and scope to grow your career further. 
  • An understanding of Aviation and its impact on the economy, including sustainability and commerciality

Do you have what we're looking for?

  • Minimum 2:1 degree (or projected for 2023) from the past 2 years
  • Logical thinker with an aptitude for problem-solving
  • Highly numerate, with an understanding of Data analysis
  • Ability to prioritise and work at pace
  • Ability to build good relationships and influence across the Airport
  • Creative, innovative, curious to find a better way
  • Enthusiastic, energetic, always trying to be your best self
  • Team working- you'll enjoy working in a team environment, sharing ideas, and collaborating with colleagues as well as other graduates

Our people tell us that working here is something special. Everyone is looking to deliver what matters to our passengers. There is so much that makes air travel possible. No day is like another. Our ambitions are only possible because of the people who work here. 

We value all our people and their differences. It's what makes them unique. We will not give up on our goal of being an equitable, diverse, and inclusive employer. Encouraging and supporting our people to be their best. We seek different perspectives that redefine what's possible. Together we are a team.

Does this sound like you? Join the adventure! Click apply and complete your application.

Selection Process

  1. An online application that will involve a CV – closing date 30th November 2022
  2. Online assessments to demonstrate your strengths and the necessary behaviours to be successful
  3. If successful a virtual 1st stage screening call
  4. An assessment centre with group and individual activities as well as a behaviour-based interview with the opportunity to meet managers and explore the airport.
    Dates to be confirmed for January 2023

Company

Let's make time fly

Joining team Gatwick means growing your career with the world's most efficient single runway airport - where no two days are the same. You'll get the space and support to grow and develop your career with us. Together, we can succeed in creating an enjoyable and effortless experience for our passengers.

Creating an enjoyable and effortless passenger experience

Our passengers are at the heart of everything we do. We've grown from a small flying club to the UK's second largest airport - serving over 46 million passengers in 2019. We're focused on making the journey through the airport as quick and smooth as possible - for every passenger. If this is your kind of challenge, join our team as we rebuild and grow for our passengers, people and local communities.

Inside Gatwick

We're open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year - the airport is a city that never sleeps.
Here's just some of the things you'll really enjoy:

BENEFITS - Your payslip is only part of the pacakge. At Gatwick we offer you health, travel and financial benefits

IN THE ACTION - You'll have a backstage pass to all the action. We encourage you to explore the airport and shadow other teams.

GIVING BACK - You'll have two days every year to support a cause that’s important to you and take part in our community programmes.

Grow your career with us

Joining team Gatwick means growing your career with the world's most efficient single runway airport - where no two days are the same. You'll get the space and support to grow and develop with us. Together, we can succeed in creating an enjoyable and effortless experience for our passengers.

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