Duty Maintenance Supervisor (First Response)

Western Sydney Airport; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Sydney Airport is seeking an experienced Asset Management professional to lead first response duties and coordinate electrical and mechanical maintenance across airside, landside and the terminal.

Reporting to the Airport Maintenance Manager, you will supervise service providers, respond to urgent repairs, ensure safety compliance, and maintain Building Management and Asset Management Systems while working a 12‑hour shift on a 4-on/4-off roster (start times 5am or 5pm).

Qualifications

• Extensive electrical/ mechanical experience in Building Maintenance or Facilities Management.
• Airport industry experience preferred or in complex industrial environments.
• Flexibility to work various shifts including 12-hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide first response activities across the airport including triage, isolations and coordination of emergencies.
• Supervise day-to-day maintenance activities by contractors to ensure safe and efficient operation of all systems.
• Troubleshoot faults by inspection, diagnosis and reporting for follow-up by service providers via the AMS.
• Liaise with service providers and stakeholders to ensure efficient airport operation.
• Ensure safety documentation and inspections are conducted in line with regulations.
• Oversee shutdown requests and sub-permit processes as required.
• Monitor Building Management System (BMS) and AMS on-site and address related issues.

Skills

Electrical experience

Mechanical experience

HVAC systems

Fire Life Safety

Asset management knowledge

Stakeholder communication

Education

Electrical trade qualification

Tools

AMS (Hexagon preferred)

BMS monitoring

MS Office

Job description

The Asset Management team is responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of all physical assets across the entire airport site - airside, landside and terminal. Reporting into the Airport Maintenance Manager, this hands‑on position is responsible for first response duties, overseeing, coordinating and prioritising all maintenance activities including electrical and mechanical across the airport during an assigned shift. The role involves supervising maintenance contractors, responding to urgent repairs to minimise disruptions to operations, and ensuring compliance and assurance with safety and airport regulations. Supervision and oversight of the service providers, systems and assets include: Aeronautical Ground Lighting, Baggage Handling System, Vertical Transport, Fire Life Safety, low voltage electrical, mechanical (HVAC), hydraulics, together with all other general maintenance such as cleaning, waste and landscaping. As an integral part of the broader Maintenance team, this position will require flexibility to work a range of shifts (including relief shifts) on a 4 days on / 4 days off basis. Currently, the 12 hour shifts can commence at 5am or 5pm.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide first response activities across the airport including triage, isolations, coordination and management of emergency situations.
• Supervise the day-to-day maintenance activities and minor works across the airport during their assigned shift as performed by the maintenance service providers to ensure the efficient, effective and safe delivery and operation of all systems and assets.
• Troubleshoot by inspecting, identifying faults, diagnosing issues, and reporting faults for follow up by relevant service providers via the Asset Management System (AMS).
• Liaise and work with service providers and other stakeholders to ensure the efficient operation of the airport.
• Ensure safety requirements and documentation are adhered to by contractors including safety inspections, toolbox talks, risk assessments, Standard Operating Procedures, Airport Works Plans, and other relevant documents as required by WSI.
• Oversee and coordinate isolations and shutdown requests and process, as well as all other sub‑permit requests.
• Work with the various systems, primarily the monitoring of the Building Management System (BMS) and the Asset Management system responding to related issues on‑site.

About You

Extensive experience and qualifications in electrical / mechanical experience in the Building Maintenance / Facilities Management industry. Ideally you will have experience from the airport industry and / or complex industrial environments. Working knowledge and understanding in: HVAC, mechanical, vertical transport in building settings Fire Life Safety systems General Building Maintenance Fault finding and diagnostic skills across mechanical and electrical systems Civil maintenance and TfNSW specifications A flexible and adaptable approach with the ability to support changing business and team requirements. Eligibility to hold an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) and/or other required security clearances. Well organised, experienced in Asset Management Systems (Hexagon preferred), reporting, MS Office, and Outlook. Strong communication abilities to effectively engage with a diverse range of stakeholders.

What We Offer

At WSI you're not just joining a team - you're becoming part of a community that thrives on purpose, passion and possibility. We’re building a culture that brings out the best in people, empowering every individual to grow, contribute and shine. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your career to the next level, we offer experiences that unlock your full potential. Our values power everything we do:

• Safety Because nothing matters more.
• Heart Our passion drives us in everything we do.
• Striving To be different and better.
• Achieving together We make it happen with collaboration
• Proudly working on Dharug land, we reflect the vibrant diversity of Western Sydney and welcome people from all backgrounds and abilities to be part of our journey.

Please let us know if you require any adjustments to the application or recruitment process.

There has never been a more exciting time to be part of WSI's team, collaborating to create the most dynamic and smart airport in Australia. One of the largest civil engineering projects undertaken in Australia for decades, Western Sydney Airport will open in 2026 as a full-service airport offering international, domestic and freight service. Our aim is to be the gateway of choice to Australia and the world - connecting people, places and opportunity.