Airport Reporting Officer

About the Organisation

The Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley (SWEK) is committed to fostering a safe and healthy workplace, deeply valuing safety, teamwork, accountability, communication, and respect as foundational principles. As an equal opportunity employer, SWEK embraces diversity, actively encouraging applications from all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people from varied cultural backgrounds and all age groups.

Regional Context

Located in the remote northeast of Western Australia, the East Kimberley is renowned as one of the world’s last wilderness frontiers. This unique area attracts global tourists with its diverse natural beauty, including scenic colors, outdoor adventures, exceptional fishing spots, quality caravan parks, luxury accommodations, excellent cuisine, and welcoming communities.

Role Overview

We seek a dedicated Airport Reporting Officer to join our Airport Team based remotely in Kununurra. The officer will be responsible for ensuring compliance with Civil Aviation Safety Regulations (CASR) Part 139, Aerodrome Manuals, and applicable Safety Management Systems at East Kimberley Regional Airport (EKRA).

Key Duties

• Execute assigned maintenance programs including performing minor repairs on airport infrastructure such as pavements, runways, markings, lighting, drainage, wind indicators, visual slope indicators, fencing, and other critical airport facilities at Kununurra and Wyndham Airports in accordance with Manual of Standards (MOS) 139 and the Aerodrome Manual.
• Oversee terminal and airside security control following the Aviation Transport Security Act (ATSA) 2004, Aviation Transport Security Regulations (ATSR) 2005, and Kununurra Airport Transport Security Program (TSP), which involves managing airside access, escort duties, and issuing Visitor Identification Cards (VIC).
• Implement and enforce the Safety Management System (SMS) protocols to ensure safe operations by all personnel in airside and aircraft movement zones.
• Maintain high standards of presentation for gardens, lawns, open areas (both airside and landside), airport terminals, and facilities at all times.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with Aviation Security Identification Cards (ASIC) and control airside vehicle operations according to the Airport Manual and TSP.

Mandatory Qualifications and Certifications

• Senior First Aid certificate
• Unrestricted Western Australia 'C' Class Driver's License
• Current Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)
• Aerodrome Reporting Officer & Aerodrome Works Safety Officer Certificates from recognized authorities
• Aircraft Radiotelephone Operator Certificate of Proficiency
• White Construction Safety Card

Salary and Benefits

The role offers an annual salary range of $80,000 to $89,999. Additional benefits include:

• Six weeks of annual leave
• Employer superannuation contributions of 12%, with a possible additional 5% co-contribution matching employee contributions
• Opportunities for salary packaging (including motor vehicles, rent, mortgage interest)
• Eleven public holidays plus two Local Government days annually
• Flexible work arrangements
• Corporate uniforms provided by the Shire
• Professional development opportunities
• Access to health and wellbeing programs including memberships to local leisure and pool facilities, health assessments, mental health initiatives, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services

Employment Requirements and Conditions

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Australia, providing valid documentation such as Australian or New Zealand passports, a birth certificate, or foreign passport with an appropriate visa. A National Police Clearance will be required prior to the interview phase.