Analyst - Capital Planning

ROBERT WALTERS AUSTRALIA; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airport authority in Adelaide seeks a candidate for a key role in capital planning. The position focuses on developing and implementing strategic infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with operational goals. Candidates should have strong analytical skills and relevant qualifications. Join a dynamic team and contribute to the vibrant culture of the airport.

Benefits

Exceptional workplace culture

Qualifications

• Up to 5 years of experience in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Proactive attitude with a desire to learn about capital planning and project coordination.
• Problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the capital planning process for both airports.
• Contribute to strategic capacity planning to optimise passenger flow.
• Build positive working relationships to support capital expansion.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Analytical thinking

Exceptional communication skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in Finance, Commerce, or Economics

Job description

Overview

Adelaide Airport Ltd (AAL) is an internationally recognised and award-winning employer in the dynamic aviation environment. It is the gateway to South Australia, the fifth-largest airport in Australia, owned by long-term superannuation funds and committed to ongoing development that connects the world to South Australia. AAL is a public company and a major business centre delivering sustainability, diversity and inclusion, and flexible workplace arrangements.

AAL has announced $1 billion in capital investment over the next five years with significant aeronautical, aviation, and technology infrastructure upgrades, plus commercial property developments at Adelaide and Parafield Airport sites.

About the role: This pivotal role supports the effective development, monitoring, and implementation of the annual capital plan, shaping future infrastructure for Adelaide and Parafield Airports. You will work with internal teams and airline partners to ensure investments align with operational needs and strategic objectives, with a focus on stakeholder engagement, commercial strategy, and project coordination.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Capital Planning & Airline Engagement Manager with the capital planning process for both airports.
• Contributing to strategic capacity planning across key passenger processing areas (check-in, security screening, gates, aircraft bays) to optimise passenger flow and operational efficiency; assisting and contributing to the preparation of project scopes, business cases/project rationales, financial models, and financial reports that guide investment decisions.
• Assisting Project Managers with creating cash flow reports.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to build positive working relationships to support ongoing capital expansion of the Airport.

What you will bring / Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in a business-related field such as Finance, Commerce, or Economics.
• Up to 5 years of experience in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Strong Excel skills, including complex financial/scenario model creation.
• A proactive attitude with a desire to learn about capital planning and project coordination.
• Strong analytical thinking skills and problem-solving ability.
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) to work effectively with different teams and stakeholders.

About Adelaide Airport

Adelaide Airport is a vibrant hub contributing to South Australia’s economy. The organisation focuses on an inclusive workplace culture, continuous improvement, and innovation.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply. To apply please click apply or contact Jess Della-Verde for a confidential discussion.

Job Details

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Specialism: Accountancy & Finance
• Salary: Exceptional Workplace Culture
• Workplace Type: On-site
• Experience Level: Associate
• Location: Adelaide CBD