Qantas is seeking an experienced aviation procurement and aircraft-trading leader to manage fleet acquisition, disposal, leasing, and related commercial transactions. The role requires strong knowledge of aircraft markets, asset valuation, procurement strategy, negotiations, contracts, risk management, and airline fleet planning. Candidates are expected to have substantial experience in aircraft trading, leasing, investment banking, aviation finance, procurement, or a related field, together with strong commercial judgement and senior stakeholder-management skills. The successful candidate will lead complex negotiations, develop supplier and lessor relationships, support fleet strategy, and deliver value while meeting safety, governance, regulatory, and sustainability requirements.
Qantas Airways Limited is Australia’s national airline and one of the world’s longest-operating carriers. Founded in 1920, the Qantas Group operates domestic and international passenger services through Qantas and Jetstar, as well as freight, loyalty, engineering, and other aviation businesses. Its network connects Australia with major destinations across Asia, Europe, North America, New Zealand, and the Pacific. Qantas is known for its strong safety record, extensive domestic network, premium international services, and significant role in Australia’s transport infrastructure. The company employs a large workforce across aviation, engineering, customer service, technology, commercial, and corporate functions. Its fleet strategy includes aircraft acquisition, leasing, refurbishment, renewal, and disposal, making fleet procurement and trading an important part of its long-term operations and financial planning.
Australia offers opportunities in aviation, mining, healthcare, technology, construction, education, logistics, tourism, and professional services. Its culture is generally informal, diverse, multicultural, and supportive of work-life balance, although major cities can be expensive. Lifestyle options range from beaches and outdoor activities to arts, restaurants, sport, and regional travel. Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth are major employment hubs; Qantas roles are commonly based in Sydney. Skilled overseas workers may qualify for employer-sponsored visas, skilled migration pathways, or temporary business visas, depending on occupation, qualifications, experience, and sponsorship. Applicants should check current requirements with the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Relocating typically involves arranging health insurance, tax and banking setup, accommodation, and possibly school enrolment. Australia is geographically remote, but has reliable infrastructure and direct international connections.
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