Senior Aerodrome Operations Lead - FIFO WA

Greatland Resources Limited; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive salary package

Incentives

Education assistance

Flexible salary packaging

Parental leave

Income protection

Job summary

Greatland Resources Limited is seeking a Senior Aerodrome Reporting Officer at Telfer to lead daily aerodrome operations, ensure certification and regulatory compliance, and support aviation safety, training, and emergency readiness.

Reporting to the Aerodrome Supervisor, you will manage a team, coordinate training, oversee inspections and audits, liaise with contractors, and play a key role in maintaining MOS 139 compliance and aviation safety across the site.

Qualifications

• Must hold Aerodrome Reporting Officer Skill Set Certification (valid in the last 5 years).
• Minimum 2 years' experience at a Senior Aerodrome Officer level.
• Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificate (AROC).
• Dangerous Goods by Air Awareness.
• Basic Wildlife Hazard Management Training.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Approved Trainer qualification.
• Ground Handling Agent training.
• Current C-Class Manual Driver's Licence.
• Understanding of MOS 139 requirements and practical application.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Sound MS Office skills including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily aerodrome operations in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.
• Supervise and support Aerodrome Reporting Officers, Refuellers, and Aviation Handling Services personnel.
• Deliver and coordinate operational training, verification, and competency programs.
• Lead document reviews and updates to maintain aerodrome certification and compliance.
• Participate in aerodrome safety meetings, emergency planning exercises, and wildlife hazard management activities.
• Investigate incidents and hazards and promote a proactive safety culture.
• Conduct inspections, audits, risk assessments, and field-based operational activities.
• Maintain effective stakeholder relationships across site operations and external service providers.
• Support procurement activities and contractor management as required.
• Assist with regulatory audits, inspections, and compliance assessments.

Skills

Leadership

Aviation safety

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Training & development

Microsoft Office

MOS 139 knowledge

Leadership governance

Tools

SAP

Job description

Greatland Resources Limited is seeking a Senior Aerodrome Reporting Officer at Telfer to lead daily aerodrome operations, ensure certification and regulatory compliance, and support aviation safety, training, and emergency readiness.

Reporting to the Aerodrome Supervisor, you will manage a team, coordinate training, oversee inspections and audits, liaise with contractors, and play a key role in maintaining MOS 139 compliance and aviation safety across the site.