About Adelaide Airport Ltd
Adelaide Airport Ltd (AAL) is the gateway to South Australia and the fifth-largest airport in Australia.
We are committed to ongoing developments that seamlessly connect the world to South Australia.
AAL is an unlisted public company owned by long‐term superannuation funds.
AAL is a major business centre and is executing its vision to be a globally connected, next generation hub offering a unique sense of place to its partners.
AAL has recently announced $1 billion in capital investment over the next five years, covering both significant aviation and technology infrastructure upgrades in addition to some exciting commercial property developments across both its Adelaide and Parafield Airport sites.
AAL employs a highly engaged workforce recognised for delivering exceptional outcomes.
Identifying, supporting and encouraging leadership and innovation, AAL is a proven leader in sustainability, supporting diversity and inclusion and offering flexible workplace arrangements.
The Role
We are seeking a reliable, hands‐on and safety‐focused Groundsperson with practical line marking experience to join our Facilities Maintenance Team.
This important role supports the safe, compliant and efficient maintenance of Adelaide Airport's grounds, civil infrastructure and airside environments.
Reporting to the Facilities Maintenance Team Leader – Land Management, you will play a key role in undertaking pavement and airfield line marking activities across airport roads, runways, taxiways, aprons and other operational areas.
You will also carry out planned and reactive grounds and civil maintenance, including mowing, spraying, drainage, fencing and general landscaping activities.
This role is suited to someone with demonstrated experience undertaking line marking within a civil, road, industrial, sporting or similarly regulated workplace.
You will be confident preparing surfaces, operating line marking equipment and delivering accurate, high-quality work in accordance with required specifications and safety standards.
Experience operating grounds and civil maintenance machinery such as mowers, loaders, tractors, slashers and spray units will also be highly regarded.
You will need to be comfortable working in a live aviation environment, including airside areas, where priorities may change due to weather and operational requirements.
You will be reliable, safety‐conscious, a strong communicator and comfortable working both independently and as part of a small team.
While the role is primarily worked Monday to Friday,



flexibility to undertake occasional night works will be required to support runway and airfield line marking activities.
Key Accountabilities
Undertake pavement and airfield line marking across airport roads, runways, taxiways, aprons and other operational areas
Prepare surfaces and operate line marking equipment to deliver accurate, consistent and high-quality results
Assist with planning line marking activities around weather conditions and airport operational requirements
Carry out planned and reactive grounds and civil maintenance activities across airport infrastructure
Operate plant and equipment, including mowers, loaders, tractors, slashers and spray units
Undertake vegetation control, mowing, spraying and general grounds upkeep to support safety, compliance and presentation standards
Conduct routine inspections of grounds and infrastructure, identify defects and elevate issues as required
Respond to maintenance requests and operational issues, ensuring work is completed safely and within required timeframes
Work safely within a regulated airport environment, including around aircraft movements, airside roads and operational areas
Participate in Airport Emergency Response activities, call-outs and on‐call requirements as required
Work in accordance with WHS requirements, safe work procedures, environmental requirements and airport operational standards
Work collaboratively with the Facilities Maintenance Team and broader Operations group to deliver safe, efficient and reliable outcomes
Live the AAL Values
Accountability
– Excellence starts with ownership
Integrity
– Do the right thing, even when no one's around to see it
Respect
– Good humans make great workplaces
Teamwork
– Collaboration drives us Celebration unites us
Customer Focussed
– Think customer.
Always!
Qualifications/Skills/Experience
Demonstrated practical experience undertaking line marking within a civil, road, industrial, sporting or similar operational environment
Experience preparing surfaces and operating line marking equipment
Ability to obtain an Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificate.




Ability to obtain a CAT 4N Adelaide Airport Ltd Airside Drivers Licence.
Ability to obtain Works Safety Officer certification.
Experience in the operation and maintenance of civil and industrial plant and equipment.
Experience in the operation of motorised equipment.
Experience in a broad range of civil maintenance works.
Knowledge of horticultural herbicides and chemicals.
Ability to interpret technical drawings and data.
Ability to obtain and maintain an aviation security clearance.
MR Licence.
Loader Licence.
Backhoe Licence.
Elevated Work Platform (EWP) Licence.
Knowledge of WHS standards.
Knowledge of maintenance procedures.
Experience with spraying, mowing, tractors, slashers, line marking and similar grounds maintenance equipment.
(from briefing notes
Essential
Demonstrated practical experience undertaking line marking within a civil, road, industrial, sporting or similar operational environment
Experience preparing surfaces and operating line marking equipment
Ability to obtain an Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificate.
Ability to obtain a CAT 4N Adelaide Airport Ltd Airside Drivers Licence.
Ability to obtain Works Safety Officer certification.
Experience in the operation and maintenance of civil and industrial plant and equipment.
Experience in the operation of motorised equipment.
Experience in a broad range of civil maintenance works.
Knowledge of horticultural herbicides and chemicals.
Ability to interpret technical drawings and data.
Ability to obtain and maintain an aviation security clearance.
Desirable
MR Licence.
Loader Licence.
Forklift Licence.
Backhoe Licence.
Horticulture qualifications.
Elevated Work Platform (EWP) Licence.
Knowledge of WHS standards.
Knowledge of maintenance procedures.
Experience with spraying, mowing, tractors, slashers, line marking and similar grounds maintenance equipment.
(from briefing notes
Why Join Adelaide Airport?
Adelaide Airport is one of Australia's most modern and user‐friendly airports, providing world‐class services to millions of passengers every year.
We pride ourselves on our commitment to customer service, safety, and environmental sustainability.
The opportunity to work in a vibrant environment at one of Australia's busiest airports
A supportive team culture that fosters growth, learning and development
The chance to make a meaningful contribution to aviation safety while enhancing your own career
Applications close: 21 October ****
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