The Management Team
The Essendon Fields Management Team is responsible for the strategic direction and the day-to-day operations of Essendon Fields including Essendon Airport. Covering all aspects of aviation, property development and management, the team works together in our quest to deliver a truly unique world class destination.

COLIN FORT
GM AVIATION
“It’s an exciting time for Melbourne’s first airport, we have a brand-new terminal providing unprecedented access to Australia’s regions, and a continued focus on building world-class facilities for corporate jets and emergency air services. The experience of our aviation team is unrivalled, there’s no better group to deliver the next phase of our airport’s history.”

JODIE SCHICKERLING
HEAD OF PROPERTY
“There is a real sense of family amongst the EF community.
The unique mix of businesses and buildings means every day is exciting and full of possibilities. If a tenant has a vision we can work with them to make it a reality. Nothing is impossible. If you dream it, we can do it.”

REAGAN THACKWRAY
GENERAL COUNSEL
“Working at Essendon Fields offers a fascinating mix of aviation, development, leasing, commercial and regulatory work, in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
The legal team is dedicated to supporting the business achieve its vision of a world class business, retail and aviation precinct, by providing innovative legal solutions and managing legal risk.”
The legal team is dedicated to supporting the business achieve its vision of a world class business, retail and aviation precinct, by providing innovative legal solutions and managing legal risk.”

NADIA SALAJIC
MARKETING MANAGER
“This location has offered the chance to advance my career whilst working closer to home and avoiding the traffic jams of the CBD. The direct access to a huge range of shops and services steps from the office also makes balancing work and the commitments of raising a young family much easier.”