Senior Crew Planner

Heston Airlines is a European air carrier headquartered in Vilnius, Lithuania. A member of the Heston Aviation Group, a consolidated group of companies focused on aviation assets leasing, trading, maintenance, repair, and overhaul. Our team of industry executives and specialists is something that makes us extremely proud and self-confident. We are strengthening our team and looking for Senior Crew Planner to join Heston Airlines.

 

WE EXPECT THE SENIOR CREW PLANNER WILL:

  • Coordinate daily tasks and workload distribution among dedicated Crew planning team;
  • Mentor team members and conduct onboarding/training for new team members;
  • Prepare and maintain long-term crew rosters (>72 hours prior to flight) ensuring full compliance with EASA FTL, company policies and Operations Manual (OMA) provisions;
  • Schedule flight training activities ensuring all required training and evaluation programs are performed on time;
  • Evaluate new flight requests and crew availability within the long-term planning horizon (>72 hours);
  • Deliver clear, professional communication to crew members and internal departments;
  • Drive process enhancements within crew planning, participate in relevant internal meetings, and assist in developing/updating departmental documentation;
  • Actively promote safety and security awareness, maintaining compliance with safety reporting and feedback loops within crew operations;
  • Perform other relevant duties according to operational needs

YOU ARE WELCOME TO APPLY IF YOU HAVE:

  • English language knowledge (written and spoken);
  • At least 1 years of relevant working experience in aviation;
  • In-depth knowledge of EASA Flight Time Limitations (FTL), aviation regulations, and Fatigue risk management principles;
  • Hands-on experience with modern rostering software systems;
  • Good communication skills and positive attitude;
  • Ability to work in team and individually;
  • Strong analytical skills with a focus on data accuracy and compliance precision;
  • Ability to evaluate long-term operational needs, propose provisional scenarios, and solve complex scheduling constraints;
  • High awareness of safety, security standards, and proactive reporting.

AND WE WILL BE HAPPY TO PROVIDE YOU:

  • A vibrant and dynamic work environment, surrounded by talented professionals and opportunities to grow;
  • A range of benefits, including private health insurance, commuting, and a daily lunch allowance;
  • An extra day off to celebrate your birthday and additional vacation days based on your work tenure;
  • Exclusive discounts on travel with our airline and partner companies;
  • Full Time job in Vilnius, Lithuania, with salary range of 3000 EUR - 3370 EUR gross, depending on your experience.
ID: 289 job_post.published_on: 30/09/2026
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