Jason Harfield Email and Phone Number
"Impossible means that you haven't found a solution yet." - Henry Ford.As a high-performance, seasoned C-suite executive, I specialise in strategic leadership, transformation and growth to innovate and shape industries. My career has been all about driving meaningful change, positioning organisations for possibility, and challenging the status quo with curiosity and creativity. With a focus on strategic planning, operational excellence, and humanising experiences, I inspire teams and stakeholders to create a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In a career spanning over 30 years with Airservices, and nearly 9 years as CEO, it was a privilege to lead a dedicated team of 3,500 to provide safe, secure, efficient, and environmentally responsible services to the aviation industry. With humanising aviation as a driving force we managed air traffic for over 150 million passengers on more than four million flights annually.Leading Airservices through the pandemic was a pivotal moment. We ensured services continued and provided certainty for our entire workforce, navigating adversity with resilience and innovation. Emerging from the crisis stronger, my role was then crucial in meeting future civil and military air traffic management needs while leading the digital transformation of Australia’s aviation industry including embracing digital aerodrome services to replace traditional physical towers with advanced camera and sensor masts. A huge leap forward for the aviation industry. With a leadership grounded in integrity and connection, I believe in honesty and respect, building strong relationships, and fostering a sense of belonging within my teams. A commitment to continuous growth and adaptability quenches my curiosity and drives my personal and professional development. As a future-focused C-suite executive, I explore and embrace the possibilities that AI offers, while remaining committed to fostering human qualities which are critical to doing business.I’m honoured to be a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (FAICD) and the Royal Aeronautical Society (FRAeS), with an MBA and Harvard Business School AMP. I’m excited to leverage these experiences and my expertise in aviation to drive initiatives and shape industries across the globe, always with a focus on effectiveness with efficiency for sustainable growth.In a new career chapter, I’ll be continuing to influence and drive transformative change, bringing innovation, connectivity, and a steadfast commitment to excellence to new industries and organisations.
Cielo Azur
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DirectorCielo Azur Jul 2024 - PresentAt Cielo Azur, our vision is to transform and humanise industries through innovative solutions and strategic leadership. Guided by the principles of integrity, connection, and creativity, we strive to position organisations for new possibilities, driving meaningful change and fostering continuous improvement. Leveraging advanced technologies, including AI and machine learning, we remain committed to enhancing human qualities that are vital to doing business.As we embark on this new journey, we aim to shape industries across the globe, focusing on effectiveness with efficiency for sustainable growth.With a steadfast commitment to excellence, Cielo Azur is dedicated to influencing and driving transformative change, bringing a unique blend of strategic foresight and operational expertise to every endeavour.
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Chief Executive Officer And Managing DirectorAirservices Australia Mar 2016 - Jun 2024Canberra, Act, AuAirservices is a government owned corporate entity providing safe, secure, efficient and environmentally responsible services to the aviation industry. We manage air traffic operations for over 150 million passengers on more than four million flights every year.With 3500 staff, Airservices provides the aviation industry and the community with aeronautical data, telecommunications, navigation services and aviation rescue fire fighting services. -
Acting Chief Executive Officer And Managing DirectorAirservices Australia Aug 2015 - Mar 2016Canberra, Act, Au
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Executive General Manager, Future Service DeliveryAirservices Australia Jul 2013 - Aug 2015Canberra, Act, AuThis senior executive role was accountable for the delivery of Airservices’ next generation services as well as the harmonised Australian Air Traffic Management system with the Department of Defence.
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Executive General Manager, Air Traffic Control GroupAirservices Australia Jan 2008 - Jun 2013Canberra, Act, AuThis senior executive role had the accountability for the leadership of a group of over 1300 staff to deliver world leading air traffic management and aeronautical data services, from two major centres, 4 terminal control units and 29 air traffic towers to over 4 million aircraft movements that operate within 11% of the Earth’s airspace.
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Executive General Manager Safety Management GroupAirservices Australia Nov 2005 - Jan 2008Canberra, Act, AuThis senior executive position was accountable for ensuring the appropriate development and application of best practice safety systems and practices across Airservices. The position was the chief advisor to the CEO and Board on matters to do with operational safety as well as work health and safety across the enterprise.
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Head Air Traffic Controller & Australian Airspace RegulatorAirservices Australia Nov 2003 - Nov 2005Canberra, Act, AuIn this senior management position I was responsible for the safety management, regulatory compliance and operational integrity of all air traffic services provided by Airservices Australia. In this role I was also responsible for conducting a strategic review the national airspace management arrangements and the subsequent implementation of recommended risk mitigating enhancements across Australia. The position was also the Australian Airspace Regulatory Authority until July 2004.
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Executive Operations ManagerAirservices Australia May 2000 - Nov 2003Canberra, Act, AuThis senior management position was responsible for the operational management of the Melbourne Flight Information Region (which airspace covers approximately 7% of the Earth’s airspace) as well as line management of Melbourne Air Traffic Service Centre staff (approximately 400 staff). This position was also the National Chair of the Airways Configuration Control Board which was responsible for the management and integrity of the configuration baseline of the overall National Airways System.
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Air Traffic Control Operations Group/Team LeaderAirservices Australia Sep 1994 - Apr 2000Canberra, Act, AuThis front line management position was responsible for the consolidation for the enroute air traffic control positions from Perth and Sydney to Melbourne Centre, and the transitioning of these positions into The Advanced Australian Air Traffic Services (TAAATS) system. I was also responsible for the front line supervision and management of an operational team of air traffic controllers, as well as continuing to operate as a qualified operational air traffic controller.
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Non Executive DirectorAirservices Pacific Incorporated Jun 2008 - Jun 2010Airservices Pacific Incorporated, a wholly owned subsidiary of Airservices Australia incorporated in Delaware in the United States, was responsible for providing air traffic control services under contract to the United States Federal Aviation Administration. The services are delivered from five control towers: three towers on the islands of Hawaii, one in Guam and one in Saipan.
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Air Traffic Controller And Flight Data OfficerCivil Aviation Authority Jul 1989 - Sep 1994In these roles I was responsible for providing a safe and efficient air traffic service to the aviation industry. I was also required to hold multiple endorsements for multiple positions in various locations.
Jason Harfield Education Details
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Harvard Business SchoolAdvanced Management Program (Amp) -
Singularity UniversityDisruption And Artificial Intellingence
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Best Management Practice (Cabinet Office Of Hm Government)Program And Project Management
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Harvard Business SchoolFinance For Senior Executives
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The University Of QueenslandExecutive Business Operations
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Australian Institute Of Company DirectorsCompany Directors Course
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Airservices Australia Training CollegeAir Traffic Services
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St. John'S Senior CollegeHigh School Certificate
Frequently Asked Questions about Jason Harfield
What company does Jason Harfield work for?
Jason Harfield works for Cielo Azur
What is Jason Harfield's role at the current company?
Jason Harfield's current role is C Suite Leader | Aviation Industry | Transformation | Growth | Strategic Leadership | Shaping Industry | FAICD | FRAeS | MBA | Harvard Business School AMP | Advisor | Speaker | Mentor.
What schools did Jason Harfield attend?
Jason Harfield attended Harvard Business School, Singularity University, Best Management Practice (Cabinet Office Of Hm Government), Harvard Business School, The University Of Queensland, Australian Institute Of Company Directors, Airservices Australia Training College, St. John's Senior College.
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