Company: London Gatwick Airport

Location: Horley, Gatwick

Role: Operations Graduate Programme 

Start Date: September 2025

Salary: £32,500

Assessment Centre/Final Stage: 1st Stage screening call followed by an in-person assessment centre in February/March 2025.

Have you graduated in 2024 with a 2:1 or above (or projected for 2025) and do you have a passion for statistical analysis and extracting insights from data? 

What is the Programme? 

 It’s for 2 years. You will be involved in live projects that deliver what matters. This role supports the strategic decision making for all areas of the airport and provide insights through data. Part of the programme will include a leadership development module with the other graduates and a dedicated coach (a senior leader from the business) to help build resilience in the workplace. 

The Sales and Operational Planning team are integral to Gatwick Airport’s business objectives. They maximise growth minimising capital investment. This programme is at the heart of the operation, supporting the delivery of stable operations at Gatwick Airport. 

Department activities include managing the airport capacity, forecasting passenger demand, passenger flow and airfield simulation, and setting out future infrastructure requirements. 

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What will you do? 

Year 1 

• Undertake assessment involving data collection, data interpretation and data validation to enhance decision making 

• Delivery of daily, weekly & seasonal operational plans, forecasts and reports 

• Actively develop new models and processes to support decision making 

• Deliver day to day performance reporting for operational functional units, providing necessary analysis to enable improvement 

Year 2 

• Support analysis of capacity requirements focused on the timeframe from one year out (declaration), to the longer term (5-10yrs business plan) 

• Support the implementation and delivery of continuous improvement initiatives and capital projects to drive productivity and efficiency across operations, commercial and capital functions and increase operational capacity. 

What will you gain? 

• A competitive salary with a £2,000 welcome bonus, £500 flex allowance plus bonus & benefits. (25 Days annual leave + bank holidays, company pension scheme, free staff parking, private medical cover plus many more). 

• A Leadership Development Programme that builds on your commercial awareness, sense of self, coaching skills and scope to grow your career further.  

• An understanding of Aviation and its impact on the economy, including sustainability and commerciality. 

• Commercial awareness and its impact on operational processes. 

• Strong IT skills across Python, Tableau and excel.  

Do you have what we’re looking for? 

• Minimum 2:1 degree in Maths, Engineering, Computer Science, or Operational Research related subjects (Graduated 2024 or projected for 2025).  

• Logical thinker with an aptitude for problem-solving. 

• Highly numerate, with an understanding of data analysis. 

• Ability to prioritise and work at pace. 

• Ability to build good relationships and influence across the Airport. 

• Creative, innovative, curious to find a better way. 

• Enthusiastic, energetic, always trying to be your best self. 

• Team working- you’ll enjoy working in a team environment, sharing ideas, and collaborating with colleagues as well as other graduates. 

We value our people and reward every employee fairly with a highly competitive package, enhanced by an annual bonus, share scheme, pension, and lifestyle insurance. There’s also plenty of opportunities for career progression, as well as training to support your personal and professional development.  

At London Gatwick we’re also very well connected, just 30 minutes from central London and directly linked to over 100 towns and cities. Whether you prefer to travel by cycle, electric car, or train, we aim to make your journey to work as convenient and cost-effective as possible. 

Does this sound like you? Join the adventure! Click apply and complete your application.  

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