The Resource Planning Executive supports the creation and maintenance of accurate workforce plans, rosters and training schedules that underpin British Airways’ flying programme.
Work Pattern
Roles are typically Monday to Friday; weekend work may be required on a rostered basis. Working hours range between 07:00 and 19:30. Shift‑based roles offer an additional shift allowance.
What you’ll do
- Develop and maintain resource, training and roster plans for operationally critical teams
- Ensure plans for critical teams across our Cabin Crew, Flight Crew and Heathrow business areas are accurate, compliant and aligned to operational requirements
- Collaborate with stakeholders across planning, training and the wider business to support resourcing needs
- Produce reporting and analyse data to monitor performance and identify improvements
- Maintain high data quality across systems and provide planning‑related administrative support
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and efficient delivery of planning processes
What you’ll bring
- A proactive problem‑solver who thrives in a fast‑paced, evolving environment
- A strong communicator who builds effective relationships across teams and stakeholders
- Confidence in working with data and systems, with a digital and AI mindset and a focus on using technology to drive efficiency and insight
- Highly organised and detail‑focused, ensuring accuracy across planning outputs
- Confidence using systems and digital tools, with an interest in AI and technology to improve efficiency and ways of working
Your experience
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to engage confidently with a range of stakeholders – Essential
- Experience working with data, reporting tools or planning systems, with strong attention to detail – Essential
- Demonstrated ability to apply SOPs, maintain accuracy and ensure consistent delivery against deadlines – Essential
- Emotionally resilient and adaptable, able to work effectively in a fast‑moving and changing environment – Essential
- Strong organisational skills, able to prioritise effectively and manage conflicting demands – Essential
- Personable and approachable, with the ability to support colleagues and share best practice – Desirable
What we offer
We believe that all the people who work with us should feel valued for the part they play. It's one of the reasons our rewards go far beyond a competitive salary. From the day you join us, you’ll get access to brilliant staff travel benefits including unlimited basic and premium standby tickets on British Airways flights. You’ll also receive up to 30 discounted Hotline airfares per year for yourself, friends and family. At British Airways you’ll have the chance to take on new challenges and move forward in a way that feels right for you. We encourage all those who work for us to consider opportunities right across our business to help you develop and progress. We never stand still, and we don’t expect our people to either.
Inclusion & Diversity
At British Airways we all have a part to play in creating an inclusive place to work. Diverse representation among our people is really important to us and we recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity and identity to work. Inclusion and diversity is a key driver of innovation and we're committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they can be themselves. We're looking for people from all backgrounds and cultures to join us and be a part of our journey to become a Better BA as we continue to connect Britain with the world and the world with Britain.
