Reporting to the Airfield Services Supervisor, this critical role minimises the risk that airside works and off‐airport hazards pose to airfield safety. The incumbent will coordinate and oversee airside works, ensuring the safety and compliance of the manoeuvring area, and monitor and report new obstacles in the airspace. The position will start in regular business hours to help develop processes before shifting to permanent shift work during WSA's operational trials and testing.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the supervision of airside works, including the briefing and allocation of Works Safety Officer resources.
* Ensure the proper establishment of airside worksites and access routes.
* Deploy visual aids and barriers in accordance with applicable regulations and standards.
* Verify the serviceability of airside facilities before return to service.
* Liaise with the AOCC and AsA regarding the closure and re‐opening of airside facilities.
* Fulfil the Works Safety Officer function where required to support emergency works.
* Review and monitor works in accordance with all AWP and MOWP documents, ensuring all restrictions and required precautions are in place.
* Ensure required NOTAMs are issued prior to works commencing.
* Support the Airfield Services Supervisor by responding to off‐airport intrusions of the obstacle limitation surface identified during day of operations.
* Support the operational response in the event of a declared airport emergency.
* Monitor and report on the serviceability of the manoeuvring area, responding to reported hazards and conducting inspections of the runway and taxiway network.
* Report defects and verify rectification of notified defect works.
* Report and address instances of contractor non‐compliance with WSA's airside works policies, procedures and restrictions.
* Respond to safety incidents and gather relevant information for reporting.
* Coordinate with WSA Safety, the Airfield Services Supervisor and AOCC to report incidents to the relevant regulators and coordinate attendance of emergency services.
* Oversee the return of affected facilities to service.
* Monitor and report on wildlife activity and undertake required mitigation and management activities.
* Act as the DAMP Supervisor on duty for all works undertaken airside.
* Potentially act up as the Airfield Services Supervisor as required.
About You
* Minimum of 2–3 years' experience as an Aerodrome Reporting Officer, coordinating and overseeing airside works.
* Experience in managing wildlife hazards is desirable.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent stakeholder management abilities.
* Flexibility and ability to adapt to change, working on multiple issues simultaneously.
* Confident, self‐motivated and a genuine team player.
* NSW firearms licence preferred; training will be provided if required.
* Aeronautical Radio Operators Certificate.
* Ability to obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC).
* NSW Driver's Licence and ability to obtain an Airside Driving Authority.
* Senior First Aid Certificate.
* NSW General Construction Induction White Card.
What We Offer
* Opportunities to grow, contribute and shine in a supportive environment.
* Collaborative culture that values safety, passion, and continuous improvement.
* Commitment to diversity and inclusion on Dharug land.
* Competitive remuneration and benefits package.
* Extensive training and career development pathways.
We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the application and recruitment process.
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