Aerial Operations Lead — Safety & Logistics

Waringa Aviation; Moree; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Career progression

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

Waringa Aviation is recruiting an Operations Manager at our Moree facility to lead aerial application operations with a strong focus on safety, efficiency and customer service. You will work closely with the Chief Pilot and senior management to plan jobs, coordinate crews, manage maintenance and logistics, and drive continuous improvement across the operation.

You will oversee ground crew recruitment, rosters, training and compliance, while supporting business development and ensuring high

Qualifications

• Must have strong planning and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in operations.
• Commitment to safety and operational excellence.
• Proven leadership and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients to understand current and future operational requirements and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Plan, coordinate and schedule aerial application jobs to ensure on-time, safe service delivery.
• Support pilot and ground crew briefings including job requirements and hazard information.
• Monitor weather conditions and communicate operational updates to staff and clients.
• Oversee loading requirements, remote airstrip logistics and equipment maintenance.
• Assist with business development activities and recruit, roster and train ground crew.
• Manage supplier orders and stock, including fuel, chemicals and consumables.

Skills

Planning

Organisation

Communication

Attention to detail

Safety focus

Leadership

Job description

Waringa Aviation is recruiting an Operations Manager at our Moree facility to lead aerial application operations with a strong focus on safety, efficiency and customer service. You will work closely with the Chief Pilot and senior management to plan jobs, coordinate crews, manage maintenance and logistics, and drive continuous improvement across the operation.

You will oversee ground crew recruitment, rosters, training and compliance, while supporting business development and ensuring high