Aerial Acquisition Manager

Position Summary 

Seeking a new career challenge? Then Woolpert is seeking you! Woolpert is hiring an Aerial Acquisition Manager to join our dynamic Air Operations​ team. This role can be based in our Brisbane, Melbourne, or Perth offices. This position reports to the Aviation Manager and is responsible for providing team leadership and direct the activities of the Flight Planning and Aerial Acquisition Technical Support team to achieve the operational and organizational key performance objectives of Woolpert.

About Woolpert

Woolpert is the premier architecture, engineering, geospatial (AEG), and strategic consulting firm, with a vision to become one of the best companies in the world. We innovate within and across markets to effectively serve public, private, and government clients worldwide.

Woolpert is a Global Top 100 Geospatial Company, earned six straight Great Place to Work certifications, and actively nurtures a culture of growth, inclusion, diversity, and respect. Founded in 1911 in Dayton, Ohio, Woolpert we have over 2,500 employees and more than 60 offices on five continents.

Essential Functions

As an Aeriel Acquisition Manager at Woolpert, you will:

• Manage the development and continuous improvement of airborne sensor operations procedures, and sensor flight planning to maximise operational effectiveness.
• Ensure adherence and promotion of the aviation operational procedures by regularly undertaking Quality Assurance check flights with the Air Operations team.
• Support, mentor and provide operational best practice and guidance to all ASO and flight planning staff.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop new technologies and methodologies that enhance business effectiveness.
• Work closely with Market Directors and the Project Management Office to ensure proposed project Sensor selection meets client requirements and provide acquisition flight plan and cost budget.
• Oversees all sensor inspections, repairs and component changes and accompanying documentation in corporate document control and manage Sensor Suppliers to ensure appropriate technical assistance is delivered during times of outage and repair.
• Provide management oversight during periods of absence of Operations Manager and Aviation Manager.
• Coordinates with senior management, officers, and owners on matters related to business operations.
• The Aerial Acquisition Manager may delegate some of these duties but retains overall responsibility.

Minimum Requirements 

• Tertiary studies in Frontline Management or significant equivalent experience
• Minimum 5 years’ experience with aerial survey sensors, flight management systems and procedures
• Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)
• Valid Passport
• Crew Resource Management currency
• Drug and Alcohol Awareness currency
• Hypoxia practical training currency

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated experience with aerial survey sensors, flight management systems and procedures.
• Demonstrated operational knowledge of aerial survey sensors and flight management systems.
• Have a comprehensive understanding of the best practice for aerial survey techniques and be thoroughly competent in the use of aerial survey equipment and software systems.
• Expertise with the logistic, technical and professional support of aerial survey instruments.
• Advanced computer skills with an emphasis on Microsoft based software including Word, Excel, SharePoint and NetSuite.
• An ability to work independently without daily supervision; and interpret and follow instructions and procedures.
• Can liaise with all stakeholders, developing and maintaining positive relationships.

What’s in it for you?

• Being a key member of the Woolpert Asia Pacific Air Operations Team
• Flexible hours and hybrid home/office working environment
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and family members
• Novated Leasing and Salary Sacrifice

Please note that only suitable candidates will be contacted. Interested in joining our team? Send your resume to Recruitment.APAC@woolpert.com or apply by clicking the Apply button!

Confidentiality assured. Please note only applications with unlimited work rights in Australia need apply; only successful short-listed candidates will be contacted.

We value a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Why Woolpert?

Woolpert is looking for supportive, goal-oriented, and career-minded individuals who are, or are looking to become, industry leaders in their fields. We blend design excellence with innovative technology and geospatial applications to deliver exceptional value to our clients. When you join us, you’ll join a team of experts who are passionate about their work and dedicated to building the next generation of industry leaders. Woolpert embraces progress and innovation, creating limitless opportunities for your career growth.