Airport Coordinator

(Full-Time Permanent Position)

•  Do you have experience in the airport sector? Are you ready for a unique career opportunity working for a diverse and progressive Council that is committed to growing and developing our employees?
• The Whyalla City Council is seeking a highly motivated individual who is ready to take on this fantastic and challenging prospect to become an integral member of the Airport team to drive the effective day-to-day operations of the airport.
• This is a permanent, unique, and exciting role in the Corporate Directorate.

About the role:

Join our team as Airport Coordinator and be instrumental in shaping the delivery, evaluation, and continual enhancement of the Whyalla Airport.

The Airport Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations to ensure compliance with regulatory bodies and all relevant legislation for the Tier 2 Whyalla Airport, under the guidance of the Airport Operations Lead.

About you:

Are you a passionate, inspired person looking to grow your aviation career?

If so, we want to hear from you! 

We are looking for a person with:

• Airport Experience
• Knowledge of Airport Security requirements and relevant legislation including a thorough knowledge of the Civil Aviation Authority Regulations and Practices and Aviation Transport Security Regulations 
• Qualification as Airport Reporting and Works Safety Officer 
• Current ASIC Card (noting this encompasses a national police security check) 
• Demonstrated commitment to WHS and Risk Management
• Current Drivers Licence 
• Complex problem-solving capability 
• High Level Interpersonal Skills 

About the Whyalla City Council:

As a multifunctional regional Council, we manage Childcare services, Library, Airport, Cemetery, Crematorium, Infrastructure and recreational facilities including a Visitor Information Centre. 

We are a progressive Council, committed to the pursuit of excellence and are always looking for opportunities to improve the quality of life for our community, now and into the future.

We stand by and embrace our core values in delivering each and every one of our services: We Care, We Work Together, We are Committed and We Own It.

About the benefits:

• Competitive salary + 11% Superannuation with the ability to salary sacrifice.
• Excellent Enterprise Agreement benefits with above award rates.
• This is a 38-hour-a-week role, working a 19-day month.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Provision of uniform.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support.

About Whyalla, South Australia:

The City of Whyalla is one of the largest regional cities in South Australia – it’s a culturally diverse community, home to just over 21,000 people. Whyalla offers first-class facilities with a relaxed lifestyle, all set amongst gorgeous natural scenery – an ideal blend between the outback and the sea. Whyalla is a welcoming community with a well-established industry and retail base. Its residents enjoy a comfortable lifestyle with plenty of amenities, events and activities – everything is less than 10 minutes away. It also features the new state-of-the-art Whyalla Secondary College, along with the University of South Australia and TAFE campuses offering tertiary progression.

So be sure to Unearth Your Next Step right here in Whyalla – we’re waiting for you!

Further Information:

For more information in relation to position responsibilities refer to the following: 

• Position Description - Airport Coordinator

 Enquiries can be directed to Tanvir Sadeque, Airport Operations Lead on 0409 906 545.

The salary applicable for this role is in accordance with the South Australian Municipal Salaried Officers Award and Council’s current Enterprise Agreement, and commencing at Level 4 $86,863

Apply:

• Applications must include a cover letter expanding on your suitability for this role, addressing the position criteria outlined in the Position Description in no more than three pages.
• Applications must be submitted via Council’s recruitment portal. Applications submitted in any other platform will not be accepted.  Scroll down (past the image below) to commence the application process.  Please note, the application process will need to be completed in one session.
• Applications close 9.00am Monday 13 May 2024. Late applications will not be accepted.

The Whyalla City Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment free from discrimination and harassment.  We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, youth, and people living with a disability.  All applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.  

The Whyalla City Council is committed to providing a smoke, drug, and alcohol-free safe work environment. Our recruitment process includes a medical assessment including a Drug and Alcohol screen, and confirmation of experience/qualifications and may also include competency testing.