Senior management

Managing an outstanding company

Auckland Airport’s board of directors and executive team focus on ensuring the company is managed at the highest strategic level. They work to realise the company’s long-term corporate objectives, as it continuously strives to become the world’s most outstanding and welcoming Airport. As New Zealand’s busiest airport, it is one of our country’s largest infrastructure assets and is one of the biggest employers in the Greater Auckland region.  

 

Meet our leadership team

 

	Simon Moutter  - chief executive officer   Simon is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction and executive management of Auckland Airport. Prior to joining us in 2008, Simon was chief operating officer at Telecom, managing most parts of the business at one time or another. This was preceded by 13 years in the electricity and gas industries.
	Simon Robertson - chief financial officer Simon commenced as the Auckland Airport chief financial officer in August 2009. He is responsible for managing our corporate strategy and financial affairs. Simon joined us in early 2005 and has held a number of senior financial and aeronautical roles in his time with Auckland Airport. Simon has experience in senior financial roles in the manufacturing, entertainment and marine sectors, with strong financial, treasury and strategic expertise. Simon holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Auckland University and is a Chartered Accountant.
	Tony Gollin  - chief operating officer aeronautical Tony is responsible for the aeronautical business and provides a seamless service between Auckland Airport and aeronautical customers. He is also responsible for design, construction, operation and maintenance of airside and terminal building facilities. Tony rejoined us in 2004, and is an aviation industry specialist who has worked in international airport development and senior roles in the public and private sector.
	Charles Spillane - general counsel and corporate secretary Charles is our senior legal adviser and corporate secretary. Charles is also responsible for corporate communications, governance, government relations, share registry, risk management, and insurance. Before joining us in 2002, Charles practiced law at Russell McVeagh. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries.
	Judy Nicholl - general manager human resources Judy is responsible for the creation of a high performance culture underpinned by strong HR initiatives. Judy joined us in 2006 and has a human resources background within several industry groups including primary processing, travel and tourism, education and New Zealand Police.
	Peter Alexander  - general manager property Peter is responsible for our investment property portfolio, including the management of existing assets as well as driving new property developments. Peter joined us in 2008, and has over 20 years experience in investment management including property investment and development in New Zealand and offshore.
	Glenn Wedlock - general manager aeronautical business development Glenn is responsible for developing and growing new and existing commercial relationships with airline, trade and tourism customers, covering both passenger and freight activities. Glenn joined us in January 2009. Prior to that he was CEO of Southern Hemisphere Proving Grounds and Mitre Peak Cruises, he has previously worked with Infratil Airports in Europe and Christchurch International Airport.
	Adrian Littlewood - general manager retail Adrian is responsible for all of our carparking and retail businesses, including duty free, specialty retail and food & beverage. Adrian is also responsible for passenger experience, brand and marketing activities. He joined us in February 2009 from Telecom, where his most recent role has been in the mass-market retail business. Adrian has proven strategic marketing skills and wide commercial experience.
	Andrew Pirie - strategic communications advisor Andrew provides us with high-level direction on strategic, corporate and stakeholder related issues to ensure the voice of Auckland Airport is heard where it matters. Andrew joined us in 2008. He is a very experienced communications strategist and until 2007 spent over 11 years working in Asia Pacific, where he was regional CEO for one of the world’s largest PR firms. Prior to that Andrew held New Zealand-based roles in PR and journalism.
	Mary-Anne Powell - executive assistant to CEO and office manager Mary-Anne provides executive assistance to the CEO and manages the corporate office. Mary-Anne joined us in 2008, and has over 20 years experience in executive assistance and office management, Prior to joining us she held senior EA roles with Telecom, Progressive, Air New Zealand, and the Auckland DHB.