Manager, Airside Automation Programme, Airport Operations Strategy &...

Changi Airport Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An international airport management organization in Singapore is seeking a Manager for the Airside Automation Programme. The candidate will lead innovative projects in automation and robotics while influencing strategic goals. Responsibilities include defining programme roadmaps, securing stakeholder buy-in, and executing trials for new technologies. Candidates should possess strong business acumen, excellent communication skills, and at least 5 years of relevant experience in strategy formulation. This role offers an opportunity to shape the future of airport operations.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of working experience.
• Experience in strategy formulation and strategic planning.
• Ability to articulate goals and devise mid-term strategies.

Responsibilities

• Define programme roadmaps and secure buy-in from stakeholders.
• Drive implementation of projects related to automation and robotics.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver large-scale programmes.

Skills

Business acumen

Technological aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Manager, Airside Automation Programme, Airport Operations Strategy & Transformation (AOST)

The Airport Operations Strategy & Transformation (AOST) team is the innovation pillar under Airport Management cluster to drive transformation for airport operations.

We are seeking self-driven leaders to join our team. As part of an entrepreneurial team within an ops division, you would be given the autonomy to envision, (re)define and deliver impactful airport-wide projects, particularly in the area of automation and robotics, and industry-wide workflow re-design.

The ideal candidate should be excited by the opportunity to chart and implement projects with little precedence. This includes envisioning vastly different concepts of operations for Changi Airport, formulate & review the medium to long-term strategy, as well as drive implementation efforts to change concept of operations and scale up new technology including autonomous systems in airside. The Candidate would be expected to define programme roadmap(s), obtain senior management & stakeholders’ buy-in, steer technological developments, execute trials, devise business models and deploy solutions with internal operational teams and/or airport partners. The Candidate should also be entrepreneurial in establishing network and partnerships to facilitate the team’s work.

This role requires the candidate to be a strong thinker and possess business acumen, technological aptitude and problem-solving skills to drive the widespread implementation of autonomous vehicles & robotics in alignment with Changi’s strategic goals.

Our team members thrive in collaboration, are motivated to make a difference and thrive in a high-paced environment. The nature of the work grants a unique opportunity to explore and implement transformative ideas, gaining valuable exposure to technologies and industry insights.

Preferred Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably with at least 5 years of working experience.
• Ambitious and desire to drive industry change for aviation and airport operations.
• Experienced strategy formulation and strategic planning, able to articulate desired end goal, devise mid-term strategy, outline programme roadmap, gather senior management and stakeholders’ buy-in.
• Technical knowledge in system, software and network design is a bonus.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally to navigate uncharted territory and deliver large-scale programmes.
• Excellent communications (written & oral) and people skills. Technically inclined.

Why Join Us?

At AOST, you will:

• Be at the forefront of shaping the future of one of the world’s leading airports.
• Work on complex, meaningful challenges that span strategy, technology, and operations.
• Gain first-hand exposure to emerging technologies, evolving regulatory landscapes, and global aviation trends.
• Join a close-knit team of passionate professionals who are committed to making a difference.

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