Commercial Fleet and Operations Manager – Network Planning in England

We are easyJet – a FTSE listed, £multi-billion low‑cost airline that serves tens of millions of customers every single year. We fly more than 1,207 routes, connecting 38 countries across Europe, and employ more than 18,000 colleagues. We’re on a mission to make low‑cost travel easy – and whatever your role here, you’ll connect millions of people to what they love using Europe’s best airline network, great value fares, and friendly service.

Read on if you:

• Have strong analytical experience, ideally within aviation, fleet planning, or complex commercial environments.
• Enjoy solving complex challenges, influencing stakeholders, and working with data to drive decisions.
• Thrive in a fast‑paced, evolving environment where no two days are the same.

The team:

Our Network team sits at the heart of easyJet, shaping where we fly and how we maximise the value of our network. Within this, the Network Strategy team focuses on long‑term planning, capacity deployment, and ensuring our fleet is optimised across the network. You’ll work closely with teams across Operations, Scheduling, Airport Development, and beyond, giving you real exposure to how easyJet plans and delivers its flying at scale.

The role:

As Commercial Fleet and Operations Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in maximising the utilisation and profitability of our fleet of over 300 aircraft. You will manage the commercial availability of aircraft in each base – including within season aircraft phasing and gauge allocation – across all three easyJet AOCs. You’ll act as the bridge between commercial, operational, and fleet planning teams, ensuring aircraft availability aligns with demand and strategic priorities. Alongside this, you’ll lead the process for introducing new routes and network points, ensuring they are commercially sound and operationally ready.

Key responsibilities include:

• Owning and managing the commercial fleet allocation plan across a rolling 24‑month horizon.
• Defining aircraft availability assumptions by base, gauge, and AOC to support network planning.
• Maximising fleet utilisation and financial performance through analysis and continuous optimisation.
• Partnering with Fleet Planning, Scheduling, and Operations to align plans and improve efficiency.
• Leading allocation decisions for key aircraft types, including A320neo and A321.
• Tracking utilisation trends and identifying opportunities or risks to performance.
• Supporting strategic fleet projects such as retrofits, leasing decisions, and future fleet planning.
• Coordinating the end‑to‑end process of launching new routes and airports, ensuring full stakeholder alignment.

What we’re looking for:

• Advanced MS Excel capability and experience working with multi‑variable datasets.
• Highly numerate with strong analytical skills and the ability to build and interpret models.
• Strong commercial mindset with an understanding of cost, demand, and return on investment.
• Ability to work effectively with ambiguity and drive clarity in complex situations.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trust and influence decisions.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑moving environment.
• Confident communicator, able to present insights and recommendations clearly.
• A genuine interest in aviation and the European short‑haul market.
• Experience in airline fleet planning, network, scheduling, or a related field is highly desirable.

What you’ll get in return:

• Up to 20% maximum bonus
• PMI
• 7% pension contributions
• Excellent staff travel benefits
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Annual credit towards an easyJet holiday
• Various flexible benefits and extras

Practicalities:

Full‑time role based in Luton, 40 hours per week. Hybrid working supported – approximately 60% of time per month in the office.

Reasonable adjustments:

At easyJet, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse customers we serve across Europe. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you require specific adjustments or support during the application or recruitment process, such as extra time for assessments or accessible interview locations, please contact us. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility and accommodation.

Business area: Commercial