Perth Airport appoints new Chief Financial Officer

20 May, 2024
Perth Airport has announced the appointment of Mr Peter Bryant as its new Chief Financial Officer.

Mr Bryant is a highly-credentialled and experienced accounting and finance leader who currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer for global mining services group Perenti.

He has a wealth of experience across the mining, renewables and media sectors and has held finance leadership roles in private and public companies in Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States.

CEO Jason Waters says Mr Bryant will join the Perth Airport team as it gears up for a major development push.

“Perth Airport is preparing for a wave of expansion projects which will change the face of our airport,” Mr Waters said.

“This will include a new parallel runway, new terminal facilities, two multi-storey carparks and our first airport hotel.

“Peter’s financial leadership skills and experience will ensure we deliver value for our shareholders and efficiencies for our airline partners as we help them grow their businesses.

“His track record across a range of business sectors means he will bring a strong focus on innovation, people, and safety to this role.”

Mr Bryant says it’s an exciting time to be joining Perth Airport as it looks to transform the travel experience for Western Australians.

“Perth Airport is a dynamic business which spans aviation, retail, ground transport and a major property portfolio,” Mr Bryant said.

“Its aviation development plans and strategy to fully utilise its property portfolio will unlock the full potential of the airport and deliver major benefits to the economy, the business sector and the people of Western Australia.

“Perth Airport is a trusted and respected member of the WA business community and its Finance team is widely recognised as a high performance team.

“I’m looking forward to joining them and the broader Perth Airport team as we deliver an ambitious growth agenda.”

Mr Bryant will commence his new role at the conclusion of his notice period with Perenti.

Mr Waters has acknowledged and thanked Mr Andras Berta for his leadership, professionalism and dedication in his role as Acting CFO.

“Andras is highly-regarded and respected across our organisation and his calm and insightful approach has been a great assistance to me over the past six months.