Head of Fleet Commercial and Planning

Experience Level: Executive Level | Posted Date: 15/04/2025

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About Us

Founded in the Queensland outback in 1920, Qantas has grown to be Australia’s largest regional, domestic, and international airline. Qantas has a range of subsidiary businesses that support the overall operations of the Group. The Qantas Group’s main business is the transportation of customers and freight using two complementary airline brands — Qantas and Jetstar — operating regional, domestic, and international services.

Job Description

• Permanent role based at Mascot Head Office, Sydney
• Be a part of shaping the future of the Qantas Group Fleet 

At Qantas, we pride ourselves on innovation, excellence, and a commitment to delivering world-class experiences. As we continue to evolve, we’re looking for an exceptional leader to join our Group Fleet team as the Head of Fleet Commercial & Planning. 

Last advertised in 2007, this is a rare opportunity to join the Group Fleet team and drive the Group Fleet strategy!

The Role 

In this highly strategic role, you will be responsible for leading the development and execution of the 10-Year Group Fleet Plan, ensuring alignment with the Qantas Group’s financial objectives and long-term strategy. You’ll engage with key stakeholders across the business, including senior executives, commercial teams, and external partners such as aircraft manufacturers (OEMs), to optimise fleet investments and drive commercial outcomes. 

What You’ll Be Doing: 

• Develop & optimise the Group Fleet Reference Plan to ensure flexibility, growth, and profitability. 
• Lead commercial negotiations with OEMs, securing best-in-class agreements for new aircraft and technologies. 
• Drive strategic procurement initiatives and influence capital investment decisions valued at up to $30 billion AUD. 
• Provide expert insights on new fleet technologies, competitor analysis, and industry trends. 
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including Treasury, Finance, Strategy, Network Planning, and Engineering. 
• Ensure effective governance & risk management in fleet acquisition and planning. 
• Act as a key liaison between Qantas and OEMs, fostering strong long-term relationships. 

What You’ll Bring: 

• 15+ years of experience in aviation, fleet planning, fleet finance or commercial strategy. 
• Strong background in aircraft procurement, contract negotiation, and supplier management. 
• A deep understanding of airline financial performance, fleet strategy, and capital investment. 
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at executive levels. 
• Degree qualifications in a relevant field such as Commerce, Engineering, or Finance. 
• High-level analytical skills and the ability to manage complex, large-scale projects. 

Why Qantas?

You’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully.

There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us – so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. You’ll be supported from day 1 with on the job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless. 

The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.

• We love to travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.
• We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 18 weeks paid parental leave (plus superannuation payments on all paid and unpaid parental leave until your child turns 1) and additional purchased leave options for eligible employees.
• We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles, eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships.
• We’ll support your wellbeing: Whether it’s learning to better support your own and others’ mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.

Qantas is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. By coming to work for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.

If you’re a strategic thinker, strong negotiator, and aviation expert, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to play a critical role in shaping the future of the Qantas fleet

Applications close: Sunday 4 May 2025

Please note: applications will only be considered for candidates who have the right to work in Australia / New Zealand without restriction or sponsorship.