Scott started his career in broadcasting, including as a producer at leading news/talk station 2GB and writing for News Australias digital channels. Before joining WSA, Matt was Kingsford Smith Airports General Manager of Operations for nine years and led the end-to-end operations of the airport, overseeing the teams responsible for asset allocation, aviation safety, security, and resilience. He has considerable knowledge of infrastructure projects in NSW, having been CEO of Networks NSW and RailCorp NSW. John holds a Bachelor of Laws from the Australian National University. Tom is responsible for the design and implementation of all technology and cyber security aspects ofwhat will beAustraliasmost technologically advancedairport. WSP were appointed as the Independent Certifier on the Airside Civil and Pavement Works package. For Matt, the opportunity to take his extensive operational airport experience and apply it to the innovation potential of a greenfield airport is compelling. [11] The runway, which was built on reclaimed land, was opened in 1994. In a short statement, Qantas said Webster's last day at the company would be April 24 2019. Before those roles, he worked in a range of senior positions within Optus, and in management roles with the Colonial Group and the Royal Dutch Shell Group in Canada, the Middle East, Australia and the United Kingdom. [39] In November 2015 a scoping study into rail investment to service Western Sydney and the Western Sydney Airport was announced. The reporter travelled on QF9 as a guest of Qantas. The Federal Government awarded the Airport Planning Services contract to Arup. But Webster, who moved into the job in November, is also taking the controlsat a time when making money from flying overseas appears to be the toughest job in the Qantas group. Operating since 1919, Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is one of the world's oldest airports. Before joining the airport project, Scott was an agency-side marketing and public relations consultant, providing advice to some of Australia's biggest brands and events. In 2006, she was awarded the National Pearcey Medal for a Lifetime Achievement and contribution to the Information Technology Industry. He is focussed on finding new ways to influence design, regulations and sustainability outcomes to deliver a compelling proposition for Western Sydney Internationals customers. Project Type Airport expansion Location Sydney, Australia Estimated Investment $323m Construction Started September 2018 Expected Completion 2026 Expand Construction of the Western Sydney Airport's passenger terminal began in November 2021. Alison brings over 30 years' experience as a senior executive across aviation, global freight and supply chain logistics, as well as multi-site catering operations. He brings considerable Board experience from his roles in a number of public, private and not-for-profit organisations. He has demonstrated experience, authority and authenticity to create and sustain long term relationships across multiple stakeholders to deliver meaningful outcomes. Launching The Australian Aviation Awards 2023 Watch on 0:00 / 1:17 news Qantas 0 comment australianaviation.com.au The airport says the terminal was designed to be simple and intuitive to navigate. Alongside Mr Evans, Ms Webster was seen as one of the leading internal candidates to replace Mr Joyce, and told The Age and The Sydney Morning Herald last year that she had her eyes on that position. Vince brings over 30 years' experience in senior roles in infrastructure and public transport, including having been CEO of Networks NSW and RailCorp NSW, where he had responsibility for the $30billion PPP Waratah train project. He is responsible for leading the WSA partnership with Delivery & Definition partner, Bechtel. [20] However, such claims were contradicted by the 2017 labour market analysis commissioned by the Government. It will be a hub for Australian and international visitors, a beacon for growing businesses and careers, and a global benchmark for air travel- proudly home in Western Sydney. Fiona is a long-term Member of Chief Executive Women, a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, a Fellow of Monash University, and a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society of London. If I had a dream job, then thats my spot on the wall. Separately, the final reference designs for the terminal were released. MINISTERIAL ADDRESS. Before those roles, he worked in a range of senior positions within Optus, and in management roles with the Colonial Group and the Royal Dutch Shell Group in Canada, the Middle East, Australia and the United Kingdom. With abreadthof experience across both the FMCG and aviation industries, Tom has helda number oftransformational technology leadership roles with a range of global brands. The vision; Local . The aforementioned reasons mean that expansion of Kingsford Smith Airport is highly difficult, as to expand the field, large areas of land need to be reclaimed from the sea or gathered through resumptions and suburb demolitions, both of which are extremely costly solutions. [22], On 19 October 2015, the draft environmental impact statement (EIS) was released by the Abbott government. Tom is passionate about technologyleaders using a strong voice at the executive level to create newlevels ofdigital efficiency and advantage for business and in doing so grow the abilities of technology professionals and technology providers. WSA awarded the CPB Contractors and Lendlease joint venture with the contract. You can use your existing password to login, or if you can't remember it, you can reset it using the link provided here. Were working to restore it. A senior executive of more than 30 years across aviation, construction and retail, Simon leads the team developing the business and infrastructure for Sydneys new airport. Alison held a senior Customer and Operations role at Anglicare Sydney, including accountability for the sales, customer service and performance transformation of 22 Retirement Living Villages, many of which are in the Western Sydney region. NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian stated that the naming is an "absolutely inspiring choice" as the name for the new airport. AAL Chair, Rob Chapman, said Alison Webster had been appointed to the position, and would bring considerable experience to the board as a result of her extensive aviation expertise. The Western Sydney Airport (WSA) project will deliver a second airport at Badgerys Creek in Sydney's west. The Federal Government established WSA Co. A Request for Tender for the provision of geotechnical investigation services was released. the incomplete advice provided to decision-makers, and the inadequate response when questions were raised by the ANAO, was inconsistent with effective and ethical stewardship of public resources. Mar 2012 Family. [3] The site was officially designated by the Federal Government on 15 April 2014, after decades of debate on the location of another airport within Greater Sydney.[4][5][6][7][8]. [43] The report suggested that "a metro or light metro style of train would suit the North-South Link". The new dining and retail stores were the first significant works carried out since the airports opening in 2005. Qantas International CEO Alison Webster has resigned. He brings considerable Board experience from his roles in several public, private and not-for-profit organisations. She was hired into Qantas as head of cabin crewin 2004, and was appointed head of international customer experience in 2010. CPB Contractors, ACCIONA, Arcadis, Sydney Water. ", "Airports Act 1996 No. 8. WSA awarded the contract for the baggage handling system to Vanderlande. As head of Australia's most visited privately-owned tourist attraction, and a mechanical engineer, she has played a leading role in driving the company's strategy of investment and growth, and brings 15 years of knowledge and experience in the tourism industry. A lifelong resident of Penrith, he brings his strong connection to Western Sydney to our organisation. The Western Sydney International site is three times the size of the Sydney CBD and will eventually become Sydney's biggest airport." The CPB Contractors, ACCIONA joint venture, will this year begin work on the runway and taxiways, which will include the installation of more than 40km of roads and 3000 aeronautical ground lights. Jim has 30 years of operations experience as a Civil Engineer across senior executive positions within major infrastructure contracting organisations, such as John Holland and Thiess. Alison Webster - Adelaide Airport. Western Sydney's diverse population of more than two million is expected to increase by 46% over the next 20 years. A globally experienced CEO and CFO, as former chief executive of Qantas International and Freight, Simon led the return to profitability of the nations flagship carrier, establishing new network alliances, improving aircraft utilisation and increasing customer advocacy. Benefiting from its proximity to the new airport, the Aerotropolis will contribute towards 200,000 new jobs in the Western Parkland City and become a high-skill jobs hub across aerospace and defence, manufacturing, healthcare, freight and logistics, agribusiness, education and research industries. Western Sydney International will introduce thousands of job opportunities by 2031, and we look forward to collaborating with local businesses where possible. WSP is providing Independent Certification services on the project and has previously prepared a 40-year Strategic Transport Options study. The park offers plenty of walks on an old coal mine area with a lot of different playgrounds for children. [31][32] Markus lost her seat at that election, with a swing against her of 9.2 percent,[33] the first time that Macquarie had not been a 'bellwether' seat. The Federal Government announced in the 2017-18 Budget that up to $5.3 billion in equity would be invested into the Federal Government-owned WSA Co from 2017-18 to build the airport. Before joining us, Paul was the CEO of Singtel Group (Consumer) from 2012-14, and the CEO of Optus before that. A new $11 billion Western Sydney Airport is taking shape from a paddock to a construction site and soon-to-be bustling travel spot. //