Senior Airport Operations & Compliance Coordinator

Economic Development & Advocacy

Permanent Full Time

Hervey Bay

Stream A Level 6 - $104,018 plus superannuation

- + $6,000 relocation assistance for eligible candidates
- + 9-day fortnight

OR

IFA Level 6 $119,126 plus superannuation

- + $6,000 relocation assistance for eligible candidates
- + 5 days additional recreational leave
- + 10 day fortnight

At Fraser Coast Regional Council our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our purpose of Building Better Communities Together.

What we are looking for:

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive aviation professional who enjoys balancing operational leadership with strategic planning and stakeholder engagement.

Reporting to the Airport Manager, you will provide operational leadership and specialist expertise to ensure the safe, secure and compliant operation of Council's airports. Lead a dedicated airport operations team and drive airport safety, security and compliance outcomes, while coordinating projects, emergency preparedness programs and improvement initiatives that support the ongoing growth and capability of Council's airports.

What your day will look like:

- Leading airport operational activities to ensure safety, security and regulatory compliance.
- Coordinating and maintaining key aviation compliance frameworks, plans and manuals.
- Managing airport operational staff, contractors and service providers.
- Building productive relationships with airlines, tenants, regulators and industry stakeholders.
- Coordinating airport projects, contracts, procurements and operational improvement initiatives.
- Supporting emergency preparedness, risk management and compliance reporting activities.
- Providing technical advice to support future airport development and operational capability.

Please click here to view a full position description.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

- Extensive experience in airport operations, aviation safety,



security and compliance.
- Strong working knowledge of aviation legislation and regulatory requirements.
- Proven leadership experience within an operational environment.
- Experience managing projects, contracts, budgets and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and problem-solving skills.

What you’ll need for success:

- Airport Reporting Officer qualification.
- Air Radio Licence Certificate.
- Current Queensland Driver Licence.
- Ability to obtain and maintain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC).

We understand that not all candidates will meet every selection criterion. If you have the right approach and the ability to contribute effectively, we welcome your application.

Perks of Working with Council

Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach.

We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award. Click here to review our Employee Value Proposition.

What we Offer:

- Values based culture
- Employee discount shopping program
- Professional development
- Flexible working arrangements including work from home
- Study assistance program
- Novated leasing
- 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Paid emergency services leave
- Uniform subsidy
- Years of service rewards

Apply now:

Applications close 11pm on Tuesday 4 August 2026 - subject to change pending qualified applications received.

A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, and a current resume is required.

For further details please contact Vincent Tuhega, A/Airport Manager via phone 0459 865 568.

Fraser Coast Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

📌 Senior Airport Operations & Compliance Coordinator (Hervey Bay)
🏢 Fraser Coast Regional Council
📍 Hervey Bay