The East Kimberley is an extraordinarily beautiful and sparsely populated area in the northeast corner of Western Australia, and is known as one of the world’s last wilderness frontiers. As a global tourism attraction, it is also known for its pristine kaleidoscope of colour, outback adventures, world class fishing, excellent caravan parks, luxury accommodation, great food and friendly locals, and it is an amazing and very unique part of Australia.  The East Kimberley is diverse in many ways, with a unique mix of cultures, lifestyles and abundant opportunities.

Providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is important to us and we are committed to employing people who share the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley (SWEK) Values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Communication and Respect, these Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at SWEK.

The Opportunity

We are looking for suitable candidates to join our Airport Team as an Airport Reporting Officer. The role is responsible for maintaining compliance with Civil Aviation Safety Regulations whilst carrying out allocated works programs and undertaking minor repairs of services associated with the airport, grounds and facilities at the East Kimberley Regional Airports (EKRA) in Kununurra and Wyndham.

This role is also responsible for:

• Maintaining the terminal and airside security control including managing airside access, escorts and issuing of Visitor Identification Cards (VIC);
• Responding to emergency and security situations, accidents and participating in regular exercises;
• Enforcing the provisions of the EKRA Safety Management System (SMS);
• Ensuring all gardens and airport terminal/s and facilities are maintained and presented to a high standard at all times;
• Assisting in the removal of immobilized aircraft in order to maintain availability of facility;
• Monitoring and enforcing ASIC compliance requirements and airside vehicle control in accordance with the Airport Manual and TSP;

A current Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC), Aerodrome Reporting Officer & Aerodrome Works Safety Officer Certificate, Aircraft Radiotelephone Operator Certificate of Proficiency, White Construction Safety Card Current, Senior First Aid Certificate and unrestricted WA “C” Class Drivers Licence; are essential for this role, however we are happy to provide the required training where necessary.  You will also have demonstrated experience with gardening and small plant, ability to work with minimal supervision, in a team environment.  You will have highly developed customer service skills, good time management skills, developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication, and a passion for safety in the workplace.

To ensure your safety you will also require the following up to date vaccinations:

• Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B
• ADT (Diptheria, Tetanus and Whooping Cough)

More information about the position and the requirements are in the Position Description at the bottom of this page.

Working for SWEK means that as an employee, in addition to a competitive salary, you will also enjoy:

• 6 weeks annual leave + 6 weeks leave loading
• 11% superannuation with the option to co-contribute a further 3%
• Generous annual rewards for service
• Generous allowances
• Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles, rent or mortgage interest expenses
• 11 public holidays with 2 additional ‘Local Government Days’ per year
• Access to rostered days off and overtime opportunities
• Shire provided work uniforms and PPE
• Opportunities for training and development
• A variety of health and wellbeing programs including free membership to the Kununurra Leisure Centre and Wyndham Pool, free health assessments, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services

We are offering a remuneration package inclusive of allowances and Superannuation of up to $90,000 (dependent on skills and experience) per annum.

APPLY NOW!

If you are ready to be part of our diversely talented team to build your future with an organisation that makes an impact, improves lives and inspires others please click the ‘Apply’ button at the bottom of this page or contact Ken Bond, the Shire’s Senior Airport Reporting Officer, for a confidential discussion on 0417 980 673 to find out more about this role.

To be considered, you will need to submit a covering letter outlining your interest in the position and your ability to meet the Selection Criteria (maximum two pages), a current resume and any other required documentation. Successful applicants will be required to provide an acceptable National Police Clearance (dated within six months), complete a pre-placement medical questionnaire with Drugs and Alcohol Screening and undertake a pre-employment function test.

Applications will be accepted until 11.45PM, Sunday 28/7/2024

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley, values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people. We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, diverse cultures and backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, and all age groups to apply.

However, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of this entitlement – acceptable evidence includes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate, or foreign passport with a relevant visa. Applicants will also be required to provide a National Police Clearance prior to interview stage of the recruitment process.

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– 1206 – Position Description – Airport Reporting Officer (Kununurra) – May 2024.pdf