Works Safety Officer (Nightshift) - Remote
Aerodrome Management Services (AMS) is a professional services company providing a wide range of technical support and aerodrome management services to aerodrome owners and operators across Australia. Our growing team of aviation specialists provides support to our clients in the areas of aerodrome design, project management and construction, maintenance, technical inspections and aerodrome surveys, operational readiness, airport security, training, regulatory compliance, audits and ongoing daily operations.
About the position
AMS is currently seeking experienced full-time Work Safety Officers (WSO) working an 8/6 swing with a fixed nightshift roster, with the point of hire being Brisbane/Cairns/Darwin. The WSO will ensure the safe and secure operation of the airside environment in accordance with relevant regulations and company SOPs.
As an Aerodrome Works Safety Officer with AMS, you will coordinate and monitor all airfield works to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations. You'll act as the key interface between contractors and aerodrome operations, maintain awareness of all work zones, and support the implementation of MoWPs and NOTAM requirements. Duties include airside inspections, hazard identification, contractor guidance, and maintaining safe work practices to minimise operational impacts and uphold AMS and the clients safety and service standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee and monitor all airfield works to ensure activities meet CASA Part 139 and AMS operational standards.
* Coordinate and supervise contractor access within airside and movement areas, ensuring AMS safety protocols are followed at all times.
* Support the development and implementation of Method of Working Plans (MoWPs) and associated NOTAM requirements.
* Conduct scheduled and ad-hoc airside inspections, verifying pavement integrity, lighting status, FOD risks and worksite compliance.
* Manage the placement and maintenance of temporary work markings, lighting, barricades and exclusion zones to support safe aircraft operations.
* Identify operational hazards, escalate risks promptly and assist with implementing corrective actions.
* Communicate work progress and operational impacts to aerodrome operations teams and key aviation stakeholders.
* Maintain accurate logs, reports and documentation for all works activity in line with AMS reporting standards.
* Verify contractor plant, equipment and personnel remain compliant with AMS induction, access and airside safety requirements.
About You
* ARO/WSO qualified by RTO with a minimum of 2 year's ARO/WSO experience.
* Strong familiarity with management systems and tools used in airfield operations.
* Deep understanding of CASA regulations and standards.
* Demonstrated ability to prioritise activities and manage workload to ensure effective management of deadlines and outcomes.
* Communicate effectively and appropriately with members of the community, our clients, our staff and contractors onsite.
* High confidence in your administrative and report writing skills.
What We Offer
* Great roster for work life balance.
* Inclusive work environment.
What's Next
We'd love to hear from you Please submit your resume and covering letter by selecting "apply now" on Seek. You can also reach out to our HR team for further information or submit your application to ***********@amsaustralia.com. All applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence. Applicants must be willing to undergo a full medical and be subject to random testing for drugs and alcohol in accordance with Civil Aviation Safety Regulations. AMS is a Veteran Friendly Employer, and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Indigenous people to apply. You must have the right to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
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