Airfield Operations Lead

About the Company

Melbourne Airport (Australia Pacific Airports Corporation) is one of Australia's premier transport hubs and Victoria's gateway to the world, connecting the state to the global marketplace.

About the Role

We currently have an exciting new opportunity for an experienced and high performing Airfield Operations Lead to join our Aviation team. The Airfield Operations Lead supports the Airfield Operations Manager and wider team in the safe and effective delivery of airfield operations, promoting a strong airfield safety culture and accountability across all airfield users.

The role provides technical expertise in Ground Handling operations, applying a high level of practical knowledge and a deep understanding of the IATA Ground Operations Manual (IGOM) to support operational decision-making, airfield works and continuous improvement. A key focus of the role is the identification and management of current and emerging airfield risks, ensuring appropriate risk controls are applied to maintain safe, compliant and effective airfield operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing operational safety oversight of the airfield, monitoring airfield activities, identifying hazards and ensuring appropriate risk controls are in place
• Monitoring and promoting compliance by airfield users with airfield safety, operational and GSE requirements, including addressing unsafe or non-compliant practices
• Driving effective safety interventions and follow-through, engaging with airfield users to resolve issues and influence behaviours
• Monitoring ASO team performance and reporting, using Airside Tracker data and operational intelligence to assess performance and identify emerging risks
• Building strong relationships and promoting a positive airfield safety culture, working collaboratively with Ground Handling, tenants and other airfield users
• Providing timely operational intelligence and recommendations to Airfield Operations leadership, contributing to tactical planning
• Exercising sound judgement in managing operational issues and escalations, communicating complex safety and operational information clearly

Essential Requirements

• A background in Airfield Operations, with a sound understanding of airfield safety, compliance and operational requirements
• Strong understanding of Ground Handler activities and processes and the operational needs of ramp users
• Sound knowledge of CASA Manual of Standards (MOS) 139 and the IATA Ground Operations Manual (IGOM)
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated competence as an ASO or SASO highly regarded
• Current Driver's Licence and Airside Driver's Authority

How to Apply

Applications close COB Friday, 11 September 2026.