Operational Planning Analyst

• Operational Planning Analyst
• Based at Manchester Airport
• Permanent Position

Why Manchester Airport?

Every year, Manchester Airport connects over 30 million passengers with more than 200 destinations across the globe. As the third largest airport in the UK, Manchester is also in the top 20 airports in Europe. Part of the largest UK owned airport operator group, MAG, Manchester Airport supports over 19,000 jobs onsite and generates around £7.75bn each year for the region. 

Sustainability is one of our core values, and it shapes everything we do. We're committed to protecting the environment and supporting our local communities.  Our programmes include airport and airline decarbonisation, comprehensive education, skills and employment support and community engagement initiatives including volunteering opportunities. 

At MAG, we recognise creating a first-class journey for our customers starts by creating a first-class career journey for our colleagues and we are committed to building inclusive environments in which our people can thrive.

You’ll also have access to some great benefits including: 

• Flexible and generous company pension plan with various company contribution options (up to 10%) that you can change to suit your personal needs 

• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays 

• Free parking 

• Subsidised public transport 

• Huge range of company discounts 

• 2 volunteering days per year 

• Free Virtual GP service, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 

• Care Concierge service  

The role

The Operational Planning Analyst is responsible for Manchester Airport’s operational planning across the D-1 to 12-month time horizon, with a core focus on either airfield, landside or terminal planning. You’ll use data, planning tools and operational insight to develop and maintain accurate capacity and operational plans, supporting the airport to respond effectively to changing demand, infrastructure works and operational challenges.

Working closely with operational teams and stakeholders across the airport, you’ll analyse complex data, identify capacity constraints and operational risks, and use scenario analysis to inform planning decisions. You’ll also contribute to seasonal planning and continuous improvement initiatives, helping to improve the accuracy, efficiency and effectiveness of our operational planning processes.

What will make you successful in this role

• Experience in airport operations or complex infrastructure environments.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas, data manipulation and planning models.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to turn data into operational insight.
• Experience developing or maintaining operational, capacity or resource plans.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, anticipating issues and adapting plans.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with confidence working across all levels.
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail when producing plans, reports and models.
• A curious, continuous-improvement mindset, with a focus on improving planning processes.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, SQL or simulation tools would be advantageous.

Equal Opportunities & Reasonable Adjustments

We’re building something brilliant at MAG: a diverse team of Journey Makers who share our values and want to make a difference. We’re on a mission to be number one in our industry, and that takes talent in all its forms. With so many exciting roles across our airports and businesses, there’s space for your unique strengths to shine.

Whether this is your first role or your next big step, we want to hear from you – even if you don’t think you tick every box. What matters most is what you bring.

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you need any adjustments to support your application or interview, just let us know. We’re committed to helping you perform at your best.

At MAG, every journey matters. Our Colleague Communities play a big part in that: Women’s Network, Embrace (Race & Ethnicity), Fly with Pride (LGBTQIA+), Mind Matters (Mental Health), PACT (Parents & Carers), RespectABILITY (Disability & Neurodiversity), and the CAVU Global ID&E Affinity Group.