Founded in the Queensland outback in 1920, Qantas has grown to be Australia’s largest regional, domestic, and international airline. Qantas has a range of subsidiary businesses that support the overall operations of the Group. The Qantas Group’s main business is the transportation of customers and freight using two complementary airline brands — Qantas and Jetstar — operating regional, domestic, and international services.
Job DescriptionJob Description:
Play a key role in shaping the future of flight training by leading the delivery of innovative VR solutions that improve safety, performance, and learning across Qantas Flight Training
Flexible ways of working available
Full-time, 13-month Fixed Term position based in Mascot, Sydney
At Qantas, we represent Australia to the world. We’re known for our spirit, mateship and a can-do attitude. We see it as our responsibility to take ownership and drive outcomes, taking the organisation forward. We won’t settle for less than the best outcome. We each have the opportunity to add value and make an impact on the business.
As the Manager – VR Program, you’ll lead the development and delivery of innovative virtual reality (VR) training solutions across Qantas Flight Training. Collaborating closely with Flight Training SMEs, Flight Operations, and IT teams, you’ll drive the design and implementation of immersive VR technologies that elevate trainee performance, enhance safety outcomes, and reduce training costs.
This dynamic role involves managing large-scale projects, fostering strong relationships with internal stakeholders, and staying ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies. You’ll oversee project planning, vendor partnerships, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure the successful rollout of VR programs aligned with Qantas’ strategic goals.
You’ll also play a key role in navigating complex operational environments, supporting change initiatives, and bringing a resilient, solutions-focused mindset to everything you do. As a leader, you’ll provide guidance, coaching and mentoring to support team development and performance.
This role also offers the chance to travel across our Flight Training bases in Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Auckland, giving you the opportunity to collaborate with teams on the ground, experience different training environments, and see the impact of your work in action.
What you’ll bring to the role:
Tertiary qualification in a relevant field, or professional equivalent experience in project or program management
Strong experience managing complex, high-impact projects or tech-driven programs
Proven ability to deliver results through collaboration, innovative thinking, and effective change management
Advanced expertise in VR/XR/AR technologies (preferred but not essential)
Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organisation
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and lead cross-functional collaboration
Creative problem-solving and a focus on continuous improvement
Why Qantas?
You’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully.
There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us – so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. You’ll be supported from day 1 with on the job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless.
The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.
We love to travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.
We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles, eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships.
We’ll support your wellbeing: Whether it’s learning to better support your own and others’ mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.
Qantas is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.
Be a part of something special and play your part in the Qantas story – get in touch today.
Applications close EOB on the 17th of November
Please note: Applications will only be considered for candidates who have the right to work in Australia / New Zealand without restriction or sponsorship.
