Aurecon's new Water and Environment leadership team to strengthen client delivery
Aurecon appoints three Water and Environment Leaders to enhance support for industry and address complex water requirements and environmental risks.
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Asia Pacific engineering consultancy Aurecon has made three new senior appointments to its Australian business. The appointments reinforce Aurecon’s leadership depth to drive strategic growth and support clients across Transport, Precincts and Program Advisory as the company continues to expand.
David Derrick has been appointed as Industry Director, Transport; Emma Charlton joins as Industry Director, Precincts & Place; and Dean Ayres as Principal, Program & Asset Performance, strengthening Aurecon’s integrated offerings across Australia.
Aurecon’s Chief Executive for Australia, Todd Battley said the appointments come at a pivotal time.
“The appointments reflect increasing demand for industry expertise and leadership to navigate complex, place-based and asset-intensive challenges,” he said.
“We are thrilled to appoint David Derrick, Emma Charlton and Dean Ayres, whose experience will continue to build Aurecon’s capability and connectivity in the Australian market.”
Brisbane-based David Derrick brings over 30 years' experience working across the transport market in Australia and New Zealand, in project delivery and leadership roles. Derrick’s deep industry insight, knowledge of clients’ challenges, and experience across both Southeast and Northern Queensland further strengthen Aurecon’s ability to help deliver the substantial infrastructure pipeline ahead.
“I’m genuinely excited to be joining Aurecon as we see this a once-in-a-generation investment in transport infrastructure across Queensland, where clients are looking for trusted partners who can connect strategy, delivery and long-term value. I look forward to helping Aurecon, our clients and project partners continue their success in this market.” Derrick said.
A strategic leader, Brisbane-based Emma Charlton brings more than 20 years’ consulting experience, combining commercial acumen, project delivery and technical expertise across key industries including Defence and Aviation. With a strong track record in building high-performing teams across multiple markets and technical disciplines, Charlton will be key in focusing on Queensland’s pipeline of major investments, including the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Emma will also work closely with Aurecon’s Advisory leaders to help build the Environment & Planning (E&P) offering for the Defence sector, strengthening capability across precincts, infrastructure and advisory services.
“The opportunity to shape places that leave a legacy is something I’m really passionate about. I’m looking forward to bringing my strengths to this transformational period, working with clients and partners to help deliver resilient and future-forward precincts that are inclusive, sustainable and responsive to community needs." Charlton said.
Dean Ayres returns to Aurecon in Perth, bringing over 20 years’ experience in asset management and capital project delivery, strengthening the company's ability to help clients unlock value, manage risk and future-proof assets. Ayres’s career spans roles leading large-scale programs and delivering strong operational and financial outcomes across the asset lifecycle – from strategy and investment planning through to capital delivery and operations. Working across Program Performance, Infrastructure Advisory, and Asset Management & Performance, Ayres enhances Aurecon’s integrated offerings and supports the company's growth aspirations.
“Program and asset performance plays an essential role in helping clients make better investment decisions, manage risk and improve outcomes across the asset lifecycle. I’m excited to return to Aurecon and look forward to working with our valued clients to maximise the long-term value of their assets.” Ayres said.
Aurecon’s Australian business operates across 15 offices with 4,000+ people delivering engineering, design and advisory services to clients in key sectors including energy,resources, transport, digital infrastructure, defence and water.
Aurecon’s work includes designing Australia’s biggest public transport infrastructure project, Sydney Metro; design and delivery of the Car Dumper 3 Renewal for BHP at Port Hedland; ongoing support to deliver a nation-building Estate Works Program for Department of Defence; urban development and water security through the Mamre Road Integrated Water Scheme; award winning work to deliver critical infrastructure for Australia’s renewable energy transition on the Humelink Transmission Project, and expertise essential for the successful delivery of Brisbane 2032.
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