Operations Research Specialist

Introduction

We are looking for you as Operations Research Specialist at Transavia
Are you enthusiastic for OR-models and would like to get involved in the airline industry? Are you looking to experiment with different optimisation techniques and improve your AIMMS and python skills? Then we're looking for you as an Operations Research Specialist at Transavia!

What are you going to do?

In your new role as an Operations Research Specialist, you’ll work in the Scenario Factory team on strategic optimization projects for network, crew, and maintenance planning. You will develop and maintain OR models in AIMMS and guide solutions in partnership with the business from design to launch. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to our transition to a data-driven organization within the Network and Resource Planning (NRP) domain.

And there’s more to look forward to, like:

• Developing and maintaining optimization models in AIMMS;
• Optimizing schedules for network, crew, and maintenance planning;
• Collaborating with the business from design through to implementation;
• Contributing to the transformation toward a data-driven organization.

Where do you land?

You will land within the Strategy, Data & Intelligence (SDI) department. In this department, we serve as an essential link between business and analytics, guiding Transavia towards a more data-driven culture. We lead the transformation to data-driven operations, advise departments using information and insights, and develop data and AI solutions for Transavia’s customers and employees. Within SDI, we develop large strategic models that contribute to our business goals. Our Operations Research (OR) projects focus on optimizing planning in the areas of network, crew, and maintenance. 

Your profile

As a Operations Research Specialist, you bring:

• A completed Master’s degree in Econometrics or Mathematics;
• At least 3 years of work experience and knowledge in Operations Research;
• Experience with AIMMS and Python;
• A team-oriented attitude but also able to work independently;
• Good knowledge of English;
• You are energized by change, collaboration, and achieving results;
• Knowledge of ML models and the agile methodology is a plus.

We offer

• Gross monthly salary between €3.866,- en €6.536,-;
• 8% holiday pay and an 8.33% year-end bonus;
• Travel allowance;
• Personal budget of €700 to support your well-being, which you can use for a gym membership, bike, or home office equipment;
• 26 vacation days.

We also offer:

• Plenty of opportunities for development. Through our Learning Hub, you can participate in (online) training sessions with your colleagues for your personal growth;
• (Team) coaching;
• Flexible working hours and the possibility to work partially in the office and partially from home;
• Opportunities to join ‘Young Transavia’;
• Last but not least: with our IPB program, you can fly at attractive rates when seats are available!

About Transavia
Since 1965, we’ve made flying accessible for everyone. Our passengers enjoy an annual holiday, visiting family abroad, or discovering new destinations in Europe and North Africa. We make this happen together with over 3,000 colleagues—up in the air in the cockpit and cabin, and on the ground with our technical team and office staff. Together, we strive to deliver a great journey, a truly exceptional one. Now and in the future.

Ready for your next destination?

• Upload your motivation letter and CV via the application button;
• Within two weeks, we’ll let you know if you’re invited for an interview;
• The process consists of two interviews;
• An assessment follows;
• If it’s a match and you pass the screening for (aviation) safety requirements, welcome on board!

Do you have questions about this vacancy? Feel free to contact recruitment@transavia.com. We will be happy to get in touch with you!

If you work for an agency and want to propose a candidate for the vacancy of Operations Research Specialist with Transavia, thanks, but no thanks. We prefer to recruit our new colleague ourselves.

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