ABOUT US
Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.
Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly experienced professional to join Council's Airport team. Reporting to the Airport Manager, this exciting leadership role is key to ensuring the smooth and safe running of airport operations. You will guide and support a dedicated team of Airport Reporting Officers, driving a culture of operational excellence and professionalism across all airside activities. With a strong focus on safety, compliance and efficiency, you will play a vital role in maintaining high standards, meeting regulatory requirements, and delivering a safe and positive experience for all airport users.
To be successful you will bring
- Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council’s values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
- Relevant credentials combined with proven extensive professional experience in airport operations and sound understanding of airport operations, regulatory standards and policies, including CASA and DoHA (CISC) regulations and procedures.
- Demonstrated experience in the supervision of staff and an understanding of effective team leadership and management.
- Demonstrated ability to ensure all maintenance and repairs to airport infrastructure are carried out within budget and to internal and external required standards.
- Demonstrated extensive experience in the coordination and management of projects, programs and budgets.
- Proven excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to negotiate and consult on complex matters.
The rewards
- An annual salary range of up to $120,600 (plus 12% superannuation) dependent upon skills, experience and qualifications.
- Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle, including a 9 day fortnight working arrangement.
- A leaseback vehicle for work and private use.
- Support toward the cost of relocation associated with recruitment.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Job security and a supportive, values-driven workplace culture
- Health and wellbeing initiatives, including Fitness Passport member options
- Meaningful work that contributes to the sustainability and liveability of our region.
- An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected.
- An absolute focus on our peoples’ safety and well being.
- Generous Award workplace conditions.
Click here to view the Position Description and Information Package.
Applications close
11.30pm on Wednesday 15 October 2025
Specific enquiries
Julie Stewart | Airport Manager | 02 6681 0598
How to apply
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