Aerodrome ARFFS Line Leader - Port Hedland

Summary

Lead a high-profile operational team who navigate air space and respond to emergencies in a safety-critical and agile aviation environment. Airservices is looking for a leader to contribute to keeping Australia's skies among the safest in the world by driving performance, shaping culture and uniting the workforce as one.

The Organisation

Airservices Australia is a government-owned organisation responsible for the safe and efficient management of 11% of the world's airspace and provision of aviation rescue fire fighting services at Australia's airports.

We are the eyes in the sky, and the boots on the ground for emergencies at airports. We are a critical service company, federally funded to ensure aircraft can fly around the world and land at Australian airports safety.

Our people are our greatest asset and are required to be alert, job-focussed, safe and engaged. Every day, they help connect people with their world safely, supporting families, communities, trade, tourism and economic growth.

At Airservices, we foster a culture of trust, care, accountability and inclusion. We offer a long-term meaningful career, a diverse workforce operating across Australia, and opportunities to make an impact to a niche industry.

The Role & The Team

As a Line Leader, you will lead an operational team who deliver safe, efficient and agile air traffic management and aviation rescue fire fighting services. This is a purpose-led leadership role where your decisions directly influence operational performance, safety outcomes and team culture within a critical operational environment.

You will work alongside experienced operational leaders and collaborate with specialists across safety, risk, finance, people and change functions. Beyond day-to-day operational leadership, you'll help deliver new initiatives, support organisational change, drive continuous improvement and build team capability.

This is an opportunity to join a collaborative leadership team that values knowledge sharing, professional growth and operational excellence. You'll have the scope to make a visible difference while being supported to continue developing as a leader.

Please see the link below to view the full Position Description.

 PD ARFFS Line Leader - Port Hedland.pdf

The Person

You are an experienced people leader or aviation operational professional with emerging leadership skills such as the capability to influence, engage and motivate others. You bring sound judgement, resilience and a commitment to safety, performance and continuous improvement.

The successful applicant will have:

• Demonstrated management or leadership experience within a complex, multi-stream or critical services operational environment
• Experience leading teams through change and continuous improvement initiatives
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
• Demonstrated capability in safety, risk and operational performance management
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, both written and verbal, across all levels of the organisation
• Ability to perform effectively within dynamic and agile environments
• Experience working within regulated or safety-critical industries is highly regarded
• Tertiary qualifications in management, business or a technical field are desirable

 Why Join Airservices?

• Lead with purpose –visible leadership that influences critical aviation and people-related decisions
• Drive culture and improvement – shape how teams work and perform
• Join a collaborative leadership community – learn from experienced leaders who share their knowledge
• Grow your leadership career – access structured development, mentoring and progression opportunities
• Make a visible impact – contribute to safety, customer service and operational excellence

 Security Clearance

To be eligible to apply, you must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident as a background check will be required for this role. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant security screening process as part of recruitment.

 How to Apply

To apply for this position, please lodge your application online before the advertised closing date.