Aerial Operations Lead: Safety, Planning & Delivery

CENTRAL HIGHLANDS AERIAL SERVICES; Emerald; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Highlands Aerial Services in Emerald, QLD, is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee aerial application operations, safety, and compliance. The role spans office duties, product deliveries, stock control, and supporting flight crew planning and preparation.

The successful candidate will have practical leadership experience in aerial applications or related industries, with strong planning, communication and problem-solving skills to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment and

Qualifications

• Experience in aerial application or related industry.
• Strong planning and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to workplace safety and operational excellence.
• Hands-on leadership with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Managing daily operational activities, schedules and aircraft utilisation
• Coordinating pilots, ground crew, contractors and operational resources
• Working closely with clients to plan and deliver application services
• Stock control of grower and consignment products stored on site
• Ensuring operations are conducted safely and in accordance with CASA requirements and company procedures
• Monitoring operational performance and resource requirements
• Managing operational documentation, audit preparation, records and reporting
• Identifying and implementing improvements to operational efficiency
• Supporting recruitment, training and performance management of operational staff
• Maintaining strong relationships with customers, suppliers and industry stakeholders

Skills

Organisational skills

Leadership

Safety compliance

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

Central Highlands Aerial Services in Emerald, QLD, is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee aerial application operations, safety, and compliance. The role spans office duties, product deliveries, stock control, and supporting flight crew planning and preparation.

The successful candidate will have practical leadership experience in aerial applications or related industries, with strong planning, communication and problem-solving skills to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment and