Cargo Planning & Scheduling Controller (Emiratisation)

About the role

The Cargo Planning and Scheduling Controller will own the freighter operating schedule for Emirates SkyCargo, ensuring alignment with commercial goals, operational feasibility and network priorities. This senior position coordinates day‑to‑day scheduling, monitors aircraft utilisation and leads recovery planning for disruptions.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain short‑ and medium‑term freighter schedules, building optimal aircraft rotations while considering maintenance, slots, permits and commercial priorities.
• Conduct forward planning (24/48/72 hours) to identify risks and develop mitigation actions.
• Develop recovery options for AOG, maintenance overruns, crew constraints, airport disruptions, weather and regulatory issues.
• Validate significant schedule changes and implement them in AirVision/ENCOM, CORE and related operational systems.
• Act as the primary scheduling liaison with Commercial, Network Control Centre, Engineering, Crew, Flight Operations, Regulatory and Station teams.
• Monitor aircraft utilisation, block hours and schedule productivity, recommending efficiency improvements.
• Lead, coach and develop scheduling team members, ensuring high‑quality execution.

Required profile

• Proven experience in air cargo or airline scheduling, preferably with freighter operations.
• Strong understanding of aircraft rotations, maintenance planning, slot management and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to analyse complex operational data and make timely decisions under pressure.
• Leadership experience with coaching and developing junior staff.

Required skills

• AirVision
• ENCOM
• CORE