About the Company
Melbourne Airport (Australia Pacific Airports Corporation) is one of Australia’s premier transport hubs and Victoria’s gateway to the world. We are committed to creating connections that matter and enhancing the traveller experience to deliver our vision of becoming Australia’s favourite airport destination. APAC is a majority Australian-owned private company that also operates Launceston Airport, the tourism gateway to Tasmania.
About the Role
We’re on the lookout for a dynamic leader ready to take on a diverse array of challenges, making safety, compliance, team engagement and leadership the top priorities. The role is fast-paced and hands-on, but also requires the ability to step back and set strategy. You will be responsible for ensuring the front-line team is engaged, motivated and excited to deliver.
Reporting to the Head of Airfield, the Airfield Operations Manager manages the airfield operations safety team, ensuring regulatory activities are completed to satisfy CASA regulations and maintain a safe environment for aircraft operations and personnel working on the airfield. The role manages a combination of office staff and frontline shift staff who manage the day-to-day operation of the airfield and facilitate other critical functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure the Airfield Operations team is compliant with the Airport Manual and relevant CASA regulations
- Create an engaged environment for Airfield Safety Officers to excel in
- Manage performance and get the best out of the team
- Ensure staff are aware of OHS safety risks, have completed necessary training, are current on the appropriate SWMS/SOPs, and use appropriate PPE
- Manage the airside safety officer staff, driving performance and efficiency
- Manage the frontline airside safety team, including rostering and leave management
- Manage the Airside Safety budget and support the Head of Airfield with departmental budget and consultancy requirements
The Successful Candidate Will Have
- At least 5 years’ management experience within an aviation operations environment
- Tertiary qualifications in Aviation or Business Management (desirable)
- Ability to hold a Level 4E Airside Drivers Licence
- Sound knowledge and understanding of CASA regulations
- Strong leadership skills, and excellent communication and report-writing skills
- Experience formulating and implementing initiatives that deliver good safety outcomes
- Ability to lead in high-pressure situations and play a key role in crisis events
- Strong experience in risk management, risk assessment and change management
Benefits
- Free access to Higher State, our state-of-the-art Fitness Club & Wellness Hub
- Airport car parking 24 hours/365 days a year for business and personal use
- Hybrid flexible working arrangements
- Airport Holiday and Wellness Day — additional days of leave
- Discounted onsite childcare
- Mental health and wellbeing initiatives, including EAP
- Long-term career and professional development opportunities
- Access to an employee benefits scheme including corporate rates and airport retailer discounts
How to Apply
We understand not everyone will meet 100% of these criteria — if you have the attitude and aptitude to grow within our team, we invite you to apply. APAC encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Apply via the link provided.