Development Manager

Company Description
MAKE IT MEANINGFUL
At Sydney Airport, the future of air travel is shaped by you.

As a team, we connect the world. More than just a hub of activity and boundless energy, we're creating a destination of amazing experiences. Like seeing wonderful moments unfold in front of you, knowing "I made that possible".

Dynamic. Fast-paced. We thrive in a place where fresh challenges land daily. Backed by positive and supportive team players and inspiring leaders, we adapt to change. Driven to grow. Owning every action. To do things better.

As smart, problem-solvers, we are always learning and growing. And that's easier to do alongside passionate experts, as we collaborate across teams readily sharing our knowledge.

Each day is a new journey, as we bring an exciting vision to life. With significant capital investment in new, improved infrastructure, there's never been a better time to expand your potential at Sydney Airport. The range of responsibilities and diverse pathways you can take on with us, are surprising.

We are SYD. United in the pride that comes with welcoming the world at Australia's premier gateway.

Job Description
About the role
Sydney Airport is embarking on a bold transformation journey, and we're looking for a Development Manager to help shape the future of one of Australia's most critical infrastructure assets. This role sits within the Transformation function of Group Operations and plays a pivotal part in delivering complex capital projects that drive SYD's growth, service excellence, and operational efficiency.

As a Development Manager, you'll lead the early-stage development cycle of major projects, applying best-practice methodologies to define problems, shape requirements, and map out benefits. You'll work across a matrixed environment, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure projects are strategically aligned and deliver real value. If you're passionate about solving complex problems, driving innovation, and influencing outcomes at scale—this is a rare opportunity to make a lasting impact.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to…

• Lead the development phase of capital projects, ensuring business needs and value remain central throughout.
• Apply best-practice tools to define problems, requirements, and strategic options across a diverse portfolio.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams and foster a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• Work closely with Sponsors and cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget.
• Drive transparency and governance aligned to benefits realization plans.
• Continuously improve project management processes and tools to enhance delivery outcomes.

About You

• A degree or Master's in Engineering (Aeronautical, Chemical, Complex Systems, Manufacturing or similar) forms the foundation of your technical expertise.
• Demonstrated experience in delivering complex solutions within live operational environments is essential.
• Known for your strategic thinking and analytical mindset, you approach challenges with creativity and precision.
• Comfortable in fast-paced, matrixed settings, you take initiative and drive outcomes independently.
• Strong communication and presentation skills enable you to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels.
• A passion for continuous improvement and a data-led approach to your decision-making / problem-solving.

What We Offer
To find out more about the amazing work environment here at SYD, be sure to check out the Join us section of Sydney Airport's website, where you can also see more about our flexible culture and work practices, alongside our other Employee benefits, or take a look at our LinkedIn Sydney Airport: Life page.

Make it Amazing
SYD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations Australians, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.