YVR is a place of connection, bringing together people, places and cargo while ensuring a safe and efficient experience for everyone. The Integrated Operations Centre (IOC) is an integral part of airport operations on Sea Island.
Position overview
Are you a strong communicator with decisive decision-making skills and an ability to work in a dynamic environment? If you have scheduling experience in airline/airport operations environment, this is the opportunity for you!
We have permanent, part-time opportunities for Baggage and Gate Schedulers in the Airport Operations Department. Reporting to the Manager, Operations Centre, the successful candidate will provide real time support to manage the distribution of the Airport Authority’s common-use assets. From the IOC, you will work collaboratively with airline partners and ground handlers to create a gating plan for each operational day that includes determining which aircraft will require towing and parking as well as assigning baggage piers and carousels to operational flights. This complex coordination of activities is achieved by articulating a comprehensive understanding of the needs of the airport, airline partners, ground handlers, and other critical stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:
- Implementing the seasonal schedule by updating the operational database with real-time data
- Building the daily gating, towing, and parking plan by sector in collaboration with airlines and handlers
- Building the check-in counter and baggage carousel schedules as well as assigning baggage piers in baghalls
- Providing real-time information to stakeholders (carriers and business partners) and manually updating Baggage Information and Flight Information Displays
- Preparing and producing various reports for internal and external stakeholders
- Troubleshooting multiple, often simultaneous, scheduling conflicts as they arise and be available to the Integrated Operations Centre response team
Key qualifications include:
- Two years’ experience in an airline/airport operations environment, supplemented by completion of a high school diploma; or an equivalent combination of training and experience
- Ability to quickly evaluate large amounts of information and come up with sound decisions under time constraints
- Ability to develop and foster effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Airline/airport scheduling experience an asset, preferably with gate and baggage scheduling systems
- Extensive computer knowledge and experience, and the ability to become proficient at new software systems
- Familiarity with aircraft types and an understanding of the IATA scheduling process and procedures would be an asset
This position is open to both Vancouver Airport Authority employees and external applicants. Previous job performance will be taken into consideration for all internal candidates that apply for this position.
Who We Are
YVR is more than just an airport. We connect our beautiful province and all it has to offer to the world. We are all leaders and trailblazers for change and innovation, so no matter the department or team you’re a part of, the work you do matters.
At YVR, we are flexible in everything we do. We will work together to find ways to deliver customer excellence that helps us all thrive. We strive to provide an environment that reflects the diversity of our communities, allowing us to better serve them.
Whatever your background and wherever you’re from, you belong at YVR. We want to make sure you truly belong and help you reach your full potential. If you have any questions about accessibility or require any assistance applying, please reach out at careers@yvr.ca.
Join us on this journey as we continue to transform our airport to better serve our communities.
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