Description
We are seeking an Aviation Planning Lead to establish and execute our national growth strategy, strengthen our market presence and build a high-performing, connected aviation planning team.
As Aviation Planning Lead, you will provide strategic and technical leadership for WSP's Aviation Planning business across Australia, driving growth, client engagement and strong project delivery outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing the national Aviation Planning growth strategy aligned with the T&I business plan.
- Identifying, prioritising and securing strategic opportunities across airport, government and private sector clients.
- Building trusted advisor relationships with airport executives, aviation authorities, regulators and infrastructure investors.
- Leading capability development, workforce growth and recruitment of critical aviation planning talent.
- Driving technical excellence and innovation across airport master planning, aviation forecasting, airfield and terminal planning, digital aviation and future mobility.
- Supporting major pursuits and project teams through senior oversight, governance, risk management, quality assurance and commercial decision-making.
Requirements:
- At least 15 years of experience in aviation planning, strategy, transport infrastructure or a consulting environment.
- Deep understanding of airport planning, aviation demand forecasting, master planning and aviation infrastructure development.
- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering complex aviation projects.
- Established aviation sector relationships and a proven ability to develop and execute growth strategies.
- Strong commercial acumen, stakeholder management and communication skills, including experience influencing executive-level clients and decision-makers.
- A bachelor's degree in planning, engineering, aviation management or a related discipline, with relevant professional accreditation; postgraduate study would be well regarded.
Benefits:
- Access to WSP's Employee Share Purchase Plan.
- Programs that support your health, wellbeing and career development.