Manager Airport
A rare and exciting opportunity has become available for a highly experienced Airport Manager to join the team at Central Highlands Regional Council.
Reporting to the General Manager of Commercial & Corporate Services, you will be responsible for the efficient and compliant operation of the Emerald Airport and regional Aerodrome Landing Areas in accordance with regulatory and commercial requirements whilst leading a dedicated team.
You will also form part of the Whole of Management Team and promote Councils values to foster a positive workplace culture that encourages and rewards high performance and continuous improvement in service to customer and the community.
If this sounds like you, apply now!
Work Type: Contract – 5 years
Location: Emerald
Department: Commercial & Corporate Services
In this busy role, you will support the organisation by:
- Overseeing the day to day operation of Emerald Airport and regional Aerodrome Landing Areas.
- Ensuring Airport and Aerodrome Landing Areas meet Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and Office of Transport Security (OTS) requirements along with federal legislation and council’s operation manuals.
- Overseeing the delivery of Aerodrome projects to ensure they are being completed in line with budget, customer requirements and relevant regulations and policies.
- Prepare and review planning documents to meet Airport future needs.
- Stakeholder engagement whilst providing advice and direction with established council policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Producing high level reports for council and external agencies.
- Leading, motivating, developing and supporting the Emerald Airport and ALA staff.
To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to possess:
- Demonstrated experience managing a security controlled airport and providing technical support of airport operations.
- Project management experience in delivery capital works projects.
- Exceptional leadership skills to support and develop a cohesive and high performing team.
- Competence in the use of Microsoft Office suite of programs.
- Appropriate certifications to manage a Regular Passenger Transport Airport.
- Queensland Open Drivers Licence.
If this sounds like you, apply now!
Working for Central Highlands Regional Council has its benefits.
We are a progressive region, committed in creating opportunities for all. We welcome forward thinking individuals who are focused on continuous improvement, a sustainable future and understand the valuable role we play in investing in our regional community.
BELOW BENEFITS ARE FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES.
Benefits Include:
- A generous superannuation scheme – up to 19.75% for employees contributing 6% (conditions apply)
- 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
- Monthly RDO’s
- Annual uniform allocation
- Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
- Wages paid fortnightly
- Employee Assistance Program
To apply for this position:
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.
Please download and review the position description via our website.
To be considered for this position, please include the following documents:
- A cover letter outlining your motivation for applying for this position
- Your resume detailing your career history relevant for this position
Applicants who are progressed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to participate in a shortlisting process.
Eligibility & Pre-employment Checks
To be appointed to a permanent position, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent residency status, or hold a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently. If you have a visa permitting you to work temporarily in Australia, you may be appointed to a position on a temporary basis, providing the work complies with the conditions of your visa.
The pre-employment checks relevant to this position include:
- Right to Work in Australia
- Criminal History Check
- Medical Assessment
- Reference and qualification checks
For a confidential discussion, please contact a member of the Recruitment Team on 1300 242 686 during business hours or register your application by submitting your cover letter and resume.
Applications close: 8am Tuesday 3 October 2023.