Senior Aviation Planner

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Join Arup's dynamic Aviation Planning team, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of airport infrastructure and planning across NSW and the Australasian region. As a Senior Aviation Planner, you’ll contribute to the planning and design of key projects and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to create innovative solutions for future aviation. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your career in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while making a real impact on the aviation industry.

The Opportunity

·       Lead the development of forecast demand and schedule analysis for airport planning studies.

·       Conduct capacity/demand assessments using various tools, including the IATA Airport Development Reference Manual and local standards.

·       Develop terminal and airfield spatial requirements, and create phased development plans for infrastructure and facilities.

·       Generate terminal planning concepts and work with passenger flow simulation modelling to assess and improve designs.

·       Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and technical documentation to communicate complex planning ideas to a wide range of stakeholders.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve. 

Is this role right for you?

·       At least 7 years of aviation planning experience with a degree in airport planning, transport planning, architecture, or a related discipline.

·       Experience in aviation planning within a consulting environment or with an airport operator or airline.

·       Strong expertise in capacity and demand assessments, terminal planning, and feasibility-level design concepts.

·       Skilled in passenger flow simulation modelling and the ability to interpret and apply results.

·       Exceptional communication and report-writing skills, with the ability to effectively engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair, and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Explore the perks of a career with Arup Australia:

·       Hybrid working policy and flexible working hours.

·       Paid parental leave for the primary carer of 16 weeks or 32 weeks at half pay and as well as generous unpaid leave benefits.

·       Paid parental leave for the support carer of 4 weeks plus the opportunity to access extra paid and unpaid leave if you later become the primary carer.

·       Birthday leave

·       Annual leave loading

·       Ability to purchase additional leave of up to 20 days for permanent employees.

·       International mobility opportunities

·       Insurances (life & income protection)

·       Interest free solar energy and bicycle loans 

·       Novated car lease

·       Ovasaver including discounts, vouchers, cashback, and exclusive offers on more than 300 retailers.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.

Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.