Applications Close (AWST): 11:45 PM 05/05/2024Salary: $80,000 - $89,999Occupation: Airport Operations/ServicesWork Type: Permanent - Full TimeLocation: Kununurra - Remote WAPermanentRoleFull-time (averageof 38 hours per week)The EastKimberley is an extraordinarily beautiful and sparsely populatedarea in the northeast corner of Western Australia, and is known asone of the world's last wilderness frontiers. As a global tourismattraction, it is also known for its pristine kaleidoscope ofcolour, outback adventures, world class fishing, excellent caravanparks, luxury accommodation, great food and friendly locals, and itis an amazing and very unique part of Australia. The EastKimberley is diverse in many ways, with a unique mix of cultures,lifestyles and abundant opportunities.Providing asafe and healthy workplace for our employees is important to us andwe are committed to employing people who share the Shire of WyndhamEast Kimberley (SWEK) Values of S afety, T eamwork, A ccountability, C ommunication and R espect, theseValues are incorporated into all aspects of employment atSWEK.TheOpportunityWe arelooking for suitable candidates to join our Airport Team as an Airport Reporting Officer . The role is responsiblefor maintaining compliance with Civil Aviation Safety Regulationswhilst carrying out allocated works programs and undertaking minorrepairs of services associated with the airport, grounds andfacilities at the East Kimberley Regional Airports (EKRA) inKununurra and Wyndham.This role isalso responsible for:Maintaining the terminaland airside security control including managing airside access,escorts and issuing of Visitor Identification Cards(VIC);Responding to emergencyand security situations, accidents and participating in regularexercises;Enforcing the provisionsof the EKRA Safety Management System (SMS);Ensuringall gardens and airport terminal/s and facilities aremaintained and presented to a high standard at alltimes;Assisting in the removalof immobilized aircraft in order to maintain availability offacility;Monitoring and enforcingASIC compliance requirements and airside vehicle control inaccordance with the Airport Manual and TSP;A currentAviation Security Identification Card (ASIC), Aerodrome ReportingOfficer & Aerodrome Works Safety Officer Certificate, AircraftRadiotelephone Operator Certificate of Proficiency, WhiteConstruction Safety Card Current, Senior First Aid Certificate andunrestricted WA "C" Class Drivers Licence; areessential for this role, however we are happy to provide therequired training where necessary. You will also havedemonstrated experience with gardening and small plant, ability towork with minimal supervision, in a team environment. Youwill have highly developed customer service skills, good timemanagement skills, developed interpersonal, written and verbalcommunication, and a passion for safety in theworkplace.To ensureyour safety you will also require the following up to datevaccinations:ADT(Diptheria, Tetanus and Whooping Cough)Moreinformation about the position and the requirements are in the Position Description at the bottom of thispage.Working forSWEK means that as an employee, in addition to a competitivesalary, you will also enjoy:6 weeksannual leave + 6 weeks leave loading11%superannuation with the option to co-contribute a further3%Generousannual rewards for serviceSalarypackaging opportunities for motor vehicles, rent or mortgageinterest expenses11public holidays with 2 additional 'Local Government Days' peryearAccessto rostered days off and overtimeopportunitiesShireprovided work uniforms and PPEOpportunities fortraining and developmentAvariety of health and wellbeing programs including freemembership to the Kununurra Leisure Centre and Wyndham Pool,free health assessments, mental health programs and EmployeeAssistance Provider (EAP) servicesWe areoffering a remuneration package inclusive of allowances andSuperannuation of up to $90,000 (dependent onskills and experience) per annum.APPLYNOW!If you areready to be part of our diversely talented team to build yourfuture with an organisation that makes an impact, improves livesand inspires others please click the 'Apply' button at the bottom of thispage or contact Ken Bond, the Shire's Senior AirportReporting Officer, for a confidential discussion on 0417 980 673 tofind out more about this role.To beconsidered, you will need to submit a coveringletter outlining your interest in the position and yourability to meet the Selection Criteria (maximum twopages), a current resume and any otherrequired documentation. Successful applicants will be required toprovide an acceptable National Police Clearance (dated within sixmonths), complete a pre-placement medical questionnaire with Drugsand Alcohol Screening and undertake a pre-employment functiontest.Applicationswill be accepted until 11.45PM, Sunday5/5/2024As anEqual Opportunity Employer, the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley,values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks towelcome contributions from all people. We encourage people of allabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, diversecultures and backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, and allage groups to apply.However,applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia and willbe required to provide evidence of this entitlement - acceptableevidence includes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birthcertificate, or foreign passport with a relevant visa. Applicantswill also be required to provide a National Police Clearance priorto interview stage of the recruitment process.#J-18808-Ljbffr
