Job Description

Want to bring ideas to life?

At Aurecon, we turn technical curiosity into real‑world outcomes. Our aviation teams work alongside airport clients to navigate complexity, test ideas and deliver trusted planning advice that supports efficient operations and long‑term infrastructure decisions. We bring together deep technical expertise, strong collaboration and practical insight to help shape airports today and into the future.

How will your ideas contribute to shaping what’s next?

We’re looking for an Airport Planner to join our aviation planning and simulation capability. This role is suited to an experienced airport planner with strong analytical capability who enjoys working directly with clients and applying modelling and simulation to inform planning outcomes.

You’ll play a key role in delivering airport planning and terminal simulation work across Australia and New Zealand, supporting existing client relationships and contributing to the continued development of Aurecon’s airport planning and simulation offering. What you’ll do

• Deliver airport planning and advisory projects across areas including terminal planning, demand/capacity and level‑of‑service assessments
• Apply airport simulation and analytical methodologies to support real‑world planning and operational decisions
• Use simulation or modelling tools (such as CAST or comparable platforms) to test scenarios and assess performance outcomes
• Translate complex technical analysis into clear, defensible recommendations for airport clients
• Lead defined workstreams or components of larger multidisciplinary airport planning projects
• Engage directly with clients through meetings, workshops and presentations
• Support proposal development and contribute to maintaining strong, long‑term client relationships
• Collaborate with planning, engineering and advisory specialists across Aurecon to deliver integrated outcomes
• Support and mentor junior planners and analysts through project work and technical guidance
• Contribute positively to a collaborative, supportive team culture

What we’re looking for:

• Demonstrated experience in airport planning, terminal planning or aviation advisory, gained within a consultancy, airport management or specialist aviation environment
• Practical experience delivering studies involving passenger flows, demand and capacity analysis, level of service or operational scenario testing
• Experience using simulation or analytical tools relevant to airport, transport or pedestrian planning
• Strong analytical capability, with confidence working with data, assumptions and ambiguity
• Proven ability to work directly with airport clients, communicating technical concepts clearly and credibly
• Experience contributing to or leading workstreams within multi‑disciplinary planning projects
• Background in aviation planning, civil engineering, architecture, transport planning or a related discipline
• Consulting experience is strongly preferred

How will your future be shaped by us?

At Aurecon, you’ll work on long‑term aviation projects with real operational impact, supporting airport clients across Australia and New Zealand. Our aviation and simulation specialists are known for building deep, trusted client relationships and delivering advice that shapes investment and planning decisions over time. You’ll benefit from:

• The opportunity to work on high‑impact airport projects that directly influence operational, planning and investment decisions
• Meaningful involvement in shaping and strengthening Aurecon’s airport simulation capability, including approaches, tools and ways of working
• Regular engagement with airport clients and senior stakeholders who value strong technical insight and clear, practical advice
• A collaborative, inclusive and low‑ego team culture where ideas are genuinely welcomed and acted on
• Highly flexible working arrangements, including the option to work part‑time (e.g. 4 days per week) or tailor working patterns to support balance and sustainability
• A long‑term career environment focused on trust, technical excellence and continued professional growth, rather than rigid structures or hierarchy

Who is Aurecon?

At Aurecon, our strength has always been our people - those who collaborate across disciplines to deliver integrated, sustainable and practical outcomes. You’ll be part of a business recognised for its leadership in innovation, sustainability and inclusive culture, working alongside aviation specialists who value technical excellence and thoughtful design.

When you join Aurecon, you’re joining a team which helps shape the experience, performance and longevity of the aviation ecosystem.

Ready to bring ideas to life?

Then please apply. Remember, it’s you and how you bring ideas to life which are important. Your background, unique needs and individuality will be valued. Visit our website to learn more at www.aurecongroup.com

Apply now.