Job No: GISC307
Location: Glen Innes
* Permanent Full-Time (76 hours per fortnight) | Nine Day Fortnight
* From $67,057pa (inc superannuation)
* Overtime and allowances
Make a Difference in Your Community
Are you ready for a rewarding career where your work truly matters? At Glen Innes Severn Council, you'll join a dedicated team delivering essential services to our vibrant New England community. Enjoy the benefits of rural living—short commutes, affordable housing, and a welcoming atmosphere—while making a real impact.
Why Work With Us?
* Competitive Salary & Benefits: Salary packaging (including novated leasing and remote area housing), health and wellbeing programs, employee vaccinations, and more.
* Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a nine-day fortnight and generous leave entitlements.
* Professional Growth: Access to training, development programs, and long service leave after 5 years.
* Supportive Environment: Work with passionate, collaborative colleagues in a friendly, inclusive workplace.
About the Role
As the Works Officer (Aerodrome), you'll be the Aerodrome Reporting Officer for Glen Innes Airport—ensuring aviation safety, managing operations, and maintaining the aerodrome. You'll also support asset management and play a key role in keeping our airport running smoothly.
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform Aerodrome Reporting Officer duties as per Civil Aviation Safety Authority standards
* Conduct airport inspections and grounds maintenance
* Manage safety systems, documentation, and compliance
* Supervise contractors and support emergency operations
* Collect and manage asset data using electronic platforms
* Operate heavy plant and perform maintenance as needed
What We're Looking For
Essential:
* Ability to work independently
* Experience in grounds, road, or airfield maintenance
* Skilled in operating heavy plant (tractors, slashing/roller attachments)
* Intermediate computer skills (Microsoft 365, portals)
* Class C driver's licence
Desirable:
* Aerodrome Reporting Officer qualification
* Experience with GIS data collection
* Accredited Test and Tag Course
* Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificate
* Asset inspection experience
Interested In Applying?
* Carefully download and read the Guide to Applying for Employment, together with the position description to familiarise yourself with the role and application process
* Please upload documents in PDF or word format
* Please note that as part of Glen Innes Severn Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment checks. This may include: reference checks; national criminal police check; functional/medical assessment; qualification verification; Working with Children Check and NDIS verification.
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Need More Information Or Assistance?
Applications close
5:00pm on Monday 12 January 2026
Enquiries
Helen Stapleton
Human Resources Officer
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Council is an EEO employer. Women, Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability, and members of racial, ethnic, and ethno-religious minority groups are encouraged to apply.
Bernard Smith - General Manager
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