Deputy Manager Flight Planning and ATC

The Operations Control Centre (OCC) at Jet2.com is one of the most dynamic and fast-paced environments in the business, operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

It is here that critical operational decisions are made, decisions that directly impact our Customers, Aircraft, and Colleagues. With this responsibility comes challenge, pace, and a strong sense of pride in delivering a safe and reliable flying programme. If you are looking for a role where no two days are the same, and where you can make a genuine impact on day-to-day operations, the OCC is where you want to be.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Flight Planning & ATC Deputy Manager to join our Flight Planning & ATC team within the OCC. This role has been created as part of the continued evolution of our operational leadership structure and sits at the heart of decision-making, resilience, and performance across the network.

As our Flight Planning Deputy Manager, you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits including:

• Management Bonus Scheme

• Colleague discounts on Jet2.com flights and Jet2holidays

• Contributory pension scheme
  

At Jet2.com and Jet2holidays we’re working together to deliver an amazing journey, literally! We work together to really drive forward a ‘Customer First’ ethos, creating unforgettable package holidays and flights. We couldn’t do it without our wonderful people.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting the safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of Flight Planning and ATC activities across our network, whilst helping shape the future of the department through leadership, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

What you’ll be doing:

• Deputise for the Flight Planning Manager, supporting departmental leadership and operational decision-making. Ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of Flight Planning & ATC activities across the network.

• Provide escalation support during operational disruption and other time-critical situations.

• Lead defined departmental projects, change initiatives, and continuous improvement activities.

• Provide leadership oversight, coaching, and development support to Flight Planning Duty Managers.

• Support onboarding, competence management, succession planning, and roster resilience across the team.

• Monitor operational performance, compliance, and safety standards, promoting a strong Just Culture ethos.

• Act as a key interface between Flight Planning & ATC and the wider OCC, providing operational recommendations to senior management.

This is an office-based role at Low Fare Finder House, Yeadon, with occasional operational shift cover to maintain leadership presence.

What you’ll have:

• Previous experience within an airline OCC, Flight Planning, or operational management environment is preferred.

• Strong operational decision-making capability within a fast-paced environment.

• Experience leading, coaching, or developing operational teams.

• A strong understanding of operational compliance, safety, and regulatory standards.

• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.

• A collaborative leadership style with a strong focus on safety, resilience, and operational performance.

Join us as we redefine travel experiences and create memories for millions of passengers. At Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, your potential has no limits. Apply today and let your career take flight!