Crew Planning & Scheduling Coordinator
FlySafair
2026/06/18   JHB


Job Ref #: CPSC
Industry: Aviation
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Safair Operations, operating as FlySafair has a vacancy for a Crew Planning and Scheduling Coordinator at our Head Office based in Bonearo Park. The successful applicant will report to the Crew Planning and Scheduling Manager.
Job Description
  • Manage the daily operations of the Roster Helpdesk by monitoring incoming queries, logging issues, and assigning helpdesk tickets to the appropriate department or responsible individual;
  • Ensure that all helpdesk tickets are actioned and closed within a 24-hour turnaround time, adhering to internal service level agreements;
  • Proactively follow up on outstanding tickets and escalate complex or high-priority issues to the Manager;
  • Provide support to Crew Scheduling and Crew Control as and when required;
  • Execute decisions in line with established internal work instructions, CATS, CARS, and the company's Operations Manual;
  • Liaise with relevant stakeholders to ensure smooth coordination and communication during operational irregularities;
  • Prepare and submit daily, monthly, and annual reports detailing ticket resolution performance, helpdesk activity, and operational concerns;
  • Maintain accurate documentation of all changes made to a published roster resulting from actions by other departments, for audit and compliance purposes;
  • Extract operational data and compile comprehensive reports through clear visual representations such as graphs and dashboards;
  • Ensure all daily system and process checks are completed accurately and timeously to maintain operational readiness;
  • Monitor crew compliance with rest, duty, and flight time limitations as per regulatory and company requirements;
  • Perform additional tasks as delegated by management to support the efficiency and continuous improvement of the Crew Planning and Scheduling function.



Job Requirements
  • Grade 12 or Equivalent (Essential);
  • Diploma or Degree in a relevant field such as Logistics or Operations Management (Advantageous);
  • Minimum 3 years' Crew Scheduling or Training Planning experience (Essential);
  • Knowledge of CATS/CARS and SACAA Regulations;
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook);
  • Strong report writing and data analysis skills;
  • Excellent communication skills and telephone etiquette;
  • Willing and able to work after hours if required.

Personality attributes:

  • Professional with high integrity;
  • Solutions driven with high attention to detail;
  • Able to work effectively under pressure;
  • Strong team player who is adaptable and assertive;
  • Honest, reliable, and exercises good judgement;
  • Immaculate timekeeping.

Application guideline:

  • Email applications will not be accepted;
  • Preference will be given to members of under-represented designated groups;
  • Should no feedback be provided within two (2) weeks from the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

FlySafair reserves the right:

  • Not to proceed with this vacancy;
  • To appoint the selected candidates based on its operational requirements.

Closing Date: 25 June 2026