Senior Airport Operations & Compliance Coordinator
Senior Airport Operations & Compliance Coordinator
Fraser Coast Regional Council | Hervey Bay, QLD | Airport Operations |Stream A Level 6 $104,018 |9-Day Fortnight | Relocation Assistance up to $6,000
Public Sector People are proud to partner with Fraser Coast Regional Council to recruit a Senior Airport Operations & Compliance Coordinator — a key operational leadership role supporting the safe, secure and compliant operation of Council's airports.
Reporting directly to the Airport Manager, this position will act as a key 2IC within the Airport team, leading an experienced operational team while taking ownership across airside operations, aviation safety, security, compliance and emergency preparedness.
The Role
This is far more than a traditional airport operations position.
You will play a critical role in ensuring Council's airports continue to meet their operational and regulatory obligations while having the opportunity to make the role your own, establish improved systems and help shape how the airport manages its compliance responsibilities into the future.
A major initial focus will be reviewing and strengthening the airport's compliance framework, ensuring key manuals, procedures and regulatory requirements remain current while establishing a clear ongoing system for managing compliance activities and critical dates.
Working closely with the Airport Manager, you'll lead and support a team of four Airport Operations Officers and an Airport Operations & Business Support Officer, while providing specialist advice across airside operations, safety, security and regulatory compliance.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading and coordinating day-to-day airport operations, safety, security and compliance
Managing and supporting an experienced airport operations team
Maintaining and reviewing the Aerodrome Manual, Transport Security Plan, Airport Emergency Plan and Safety Management System
Ensuring compliance with relevant CASA, Department of Home Affairs and other aviation regulatory requirements
Establishing effective systems for monitoring regulatory obligations and compliance milestones
Coordinating airport risk management, audits, emergency preparedness and compliance reporting




Liaising with regulators, airlines, airport tenants, contractors, emergency services and other stakeholders
Supporting airport projects, contracts, procurement and capital works
Contributing to airport master planning, aviation strategy, asset planning and operational improvement
Participating in the airport's on-call arrangements when required
The role combines genuine operational responsibility with leadership, governance and continuous improvement, providing the successful candidate with broad exposure across the airport function.
About You
You are an experienced airport operations professional who combines strong airside knowledge with sound judgement, organisation and people skills.
You may already be operating at a similar level within a regional airport, or you could be an experienced Airport Reporting Officer or senior airport operations professional ready to take the next step into a broader leadership position.
Council is not necessarily looking for someone who has spent years in management.
More important is your practical airport knowledge, understanding of regulatory requirements and ability to work closely with an experienced operational team while providing the direction and accountability required.
You will bring:
Strong experience within airport operations, preferably with well-rounded airside exposure
Knowledge of aviation safety, security and regulatory compliance
An understanding of CASA requirements and the ability to interpret legislation, standards and regulatory instruments
Experience with airport operational manuals, procedures, safety systems or compliance documentation
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple regulatory requirements and deadlines
Leadership experience or demonstrated capability to step into a team leadership position
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills




A practical, hands-on approach and willingness to work closely with the operational team
Airport Reporting Officer qualifications, or the ability to obtain these shortly after appointment
Air Radio Licence, or the ability to obtain one
Current driver's licence and ability to obtain an ASIC
Strong airside knowledge will be particularly valuable, including practical understanding of areas such as runway conditions, airfield lighting, wildlife management, vegetation, drainage and airside security requirements.
While ARO qualifications are preferred, Council is prepared to consider an exceptional candidate who brings the right broader aviation experience and can obtain the required qualifications shortly after appointment.
Why Join Fraser Coast Regional Council?
This opportunity offers:
A genuine 2IC opportunity working directly with the Airport Manager
The chance to take ownership of airport operations and compliance and make the role your own
Leadership of an experienced and well-established airport operations team
Broad exposure across airside operations, safety, security, compliance and airport projects
The chance to strengthen systems and influence how the airport operates into the future
Career progression for an experienced ARO or airport operations professional
A 9-day fortnight
Relocation assistance up to $6,000
The opportunity to live and work on Queensland's Fraser Coast
This is particularly well suited to someone currently working within a regional airport who is ready for greater responsibility, or an experienced professional from a larger airport looking for a broader role and a genuine coastal lifestyle change.
You'll join an Airport Manager who is looking for someone who can complement his experience, bring strong airside capability and work alongside him to continue developing the airport function.
Most importantly, you'll have the freedom to establish systems, improve processes and take genuine ownership of the position.
Be part of a team responsible for keeping the Fraser Coast connected, while taking the next step in your aviation career.
Applications close: Tuesday 29 September **** at 5pm.
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📌 Senior Airport Operations & Compliance Coordinator (Queensland)
🏢 Public Sector People
📍 Queensland