Head of Resource Planning – Aviation / Airport Operations
Head of Resource Planning – Aviation / Airport Operations
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Global Recruitment Partner – GSE & Ground Handling Operations ️
We're hiring: Head of Resource Planning – Germany & Austria
Are you a strategic leader with deep expertise in workforce planning, operational optimisation, and team leadership?
This is a rare opportunity to lead and shape resource planning across one of Europe’s most dynamic ground handling networks.
We're supporting a major international aviation services provider in the search for a Head of Resource Planning to oversee workforce planning functions across their German and Austrian operations, with a focus on Frankfurt Airport.
The role includes:
• Leading a team of 15–20 planners across multiple locations
• Scaling headcount from 300 to 1,500 in Frankfurt
• Creating structure and driving performance within the cargo planning team
• Acting as the primary contact for all resource planning strategy, tools, and operations
• Supporting union negotiations and participating in works council discussions
• Introducing new systems, tools, and KPIs to improve performance
• Contributing to tender activity (if experienced in business development)
What we're looking for:
️ Strong experience in resource or workforce planning (aviation or logistics preferred)
️ A solid understanding of German labour law and planning regulations
️ Proven leadership and team management ability
️ Fluent English and at least conversational German
️ Familiarity with GS Planning and Power BI is a plus
️ Analytical, solutions-driven, and comfortable in high-growth environments
Salary: Up to €120,000 base + non-fixed bonus
Relocation support available for the right candidate
* Pre-screen with Talent Acquisition
* Final stage onsite with senior leadership in Frankfurt
If you're ready to take on a high-impact leadership role and shape the future of resource planning at a leading aviation services company, we’d love to hear from you.
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Director
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Human Resources, Strategy/Planning, and Supply Chain
* Industries
Staffing and Recruiting and Airlines and Aviation
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