Hello. We're Virgin Australia. We're the airline that's always done things a little different. Our way. The Virgin way. We're on a mission to make flying better than 'nice'. And to do that, it takes a team of talented people who are passionate about customer experience, doing the right thing always, with a focus on safety -- in the air, on the ground and in our workplaces. A team who values real diversity and inclusion, in a big brand with big ambitions.

What you'll be doing:

The Senior Integrated Planning Analyst exists within the Strategy & Transformation Division and will support our integrated planning transformation through advanced analytics and optimization. You'll develop and run predictive models and optimization solutions that enable our planning cycles and drive operational efficiency improvements across our network.

Leveraging your analytical expertise and technical skills, you'll create data-driven insights that support Virgin Australia's transition to new planning cycles, moving beyond traditional network design to focus on operational execution excellence. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on our company's success as we continue our exciting growth journey!

The key responsibilities of this role are to...

• Develop and maintain optimization models for integrated planning processes including roster management, slot allocation, and capacity planning
• Create predictive models to forecast planning parameters and operational outcomes
• Build machine learning models to identify patterns and drivers in planning data
• Conduct advanced financial and operational business case modelling for planning initiatives
• Integrate multiple complex data sources to create comprehensive planning analytics
• Develop automated reporting and monitoring systems for planning metrics
• Create data visualizations and dashboards for planning stakeholders
• Support the development of planning parameters through advanced statistical analysis
• Build optimization models including linear and nonlinear programming
• Collaborate with cross-divisional teams on analytics projects to advance integrated planning capabilities
• Communicate complex analytical concepts in business-relevant terms to stakeholders

You'll be great in this role if you...

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, Statistics or similar fields
• 3-4 years' experience in data-heavy Aviation Strategy roles, Advanced Analytics, Operations Research, or Data Science
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with optimization and simulation modelling
• Experience with PowerBI and data visualization tools
• Experience with complex data tools and cloud platforms
• Knowledge of airline economics
• Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving abilities
• Strong ability to translate business problems into analyses to problem solve
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with large, complex datasets
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Collaborative approach to cross-functional projects
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Zero-defect mindset

Desirable but not essential...

• Advanced degree (Masters/PhD)
• Aviation or transportation industry experience
• Experience with machine learning and predictive modelling
• Strong programming skills in Python, R, SQL
• Deep understanding of operational planning
• Aviation operations and planning processes knowledge
• Transportation logistics and scheduling experience
• Database management and SQL querying expertise
• Machine learning techniques knowledge

What you'll get from us

We're committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry -- including (but not limited to):

• Discounted flights for you and your loved ones (plus $1000 travel credits per year)
• Flexible and hybrid working, with a mix of working from home and the office
• 'Dress for Your Day' -- wear whatever makes you feel great for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you
• One of Brisbane's most admired office locations, with South Bank train station, a supermarket, pharmacy, lunch options, the Busway nearby, a rooftop restaurant, onsite gym and South Bank across the road
• Discounts on travel insurance, lounge membership, car hire, accommodation, and experiences worldwide
• Cheaper hospitality, retail, technology, beauty and wellness services
• Free counselling and online tools to support your physical, mental, social and financial health

When everyone is included, everyone wins

We're all individuals. And we love that. That's why we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, our friends in the LGBTIQ+ community, and anyone else who wants to join us.

Ready to apply?

Working at Virgin Australia isn't just a job. It's a passion that becomes part of you. Are you ready to join us? Get ready for a rewarding experience. Apply today!