Remote FIFO Aerodrome Manager — Lead Aviation Ops

Compass Group Pty Limited; Gruyere Mine Village; Hybrid; AUD 119,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flights and accommodation

Meals and village facilities

Progression opportunities

4:3 FIFO roster

Job summary

ESS is seeking an Aerodrome Manager to lead day-to-day aerodrome operations at Gruyere Village on a FIFO 4:3 roster. You will ensure safe, compliant aviation services supporting a critical mining operation and work with airlines, site leadership and client representatives.

Your role focuses on safety, regulatory compliance and operational readiness, guiding staff and coordinating aircraft movements in a remote mining environment.

Qualifications

• Experience managing aerodrome or airport operations in remote sites.
• Strong knowledge of CASA regulations and aviation compliance.
• Proven leadership with diverse stakeholder groups.
• Experience with aviation safety management systems and risk processes.
• Ability to make decisions in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aerodrome operations, facilities and aviation activities.
• Ensure CASA compliance and adherence to client requirements.
• Lead runway inspections, safety audits and emergency readiness.
• Coordinate aircraft movements, schedules and comms.
• Maintain records, reporting and documentation.
• Develop Aerodrome Reporting Officers and aviation staff.
• Build relations with airlines, pilots, contractors and site leaders.
• Investigate hazards and drive continuous safety improvements.
• Champion a proactive safety culture across operations.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

CASA regulations

Risk management

Emergency management

Education

Aviation operations or airport management qualifications

Job description

ESS is seeking an Aerodrome Manager to lead day-to-day aerodrome operations at Gruyere Village on a FIFO 4:3 roster. You will ensure safe, compliant aviation services supporting a critical mining operation and work with airlines, site leadership and client representatives.

Your role focuses on safety, regulatory compliance and operational readiness, guiding staff and coordinating aircraft movements in a remote mining environment.