Orange City Council

Casual Aerodrome Reporting Officer

About Orange City Council

Orange City Council is committed to making a positive contribution to both our region and our local community. With around 800 employees, we take pride in being both for and part of the Orange community. Our aim - to make Orange a better place to live today and tomorrow.

Job/Responsibilities

Council is currently looking for a reliable, self-motivated person who can work after hours and on weekends, to join the team as a Casual Aerodrome Reporting Officer.

As an Aerodrome Reporting Officer, you will be responsible for undertaking critical inspections and ensuring operational and area compliance and safety at the Orange Aerodrome including:

• Undertaking pre-flight and other necessary inspections at the Aerodrome and Runway on weekends and when on call and record daily inspections
• Ensure compliance by other Aerodrome users and members of the public and issue Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) where required
• Enforce vehicle rules at the Aerodrome
• Ensure all security devices and systems are operational, including operational lighting
• Attend to Aerodrome emergencies and safety issues as required.

View the full position description HERE

Hourly Rate: Grade 4, Entry Level $39.15 (excludes Superannuation and relevant penalty rates)

As you can imagine this is a critically important position and as such to be successful you will need to be:

• Reliable and able to work weekends and after hours (even in the depths of winter)
• Someone who works with maturity and can be relied upon to work unsupervised
• Able to make critical decisions when required and is able to deal with emergency situations and still remain calm under pressure
• A problem solver and who has excellent communication skills
• Ability to complete relevant Aerodrome training and courses

You'll also need to have:

• A current NSW Class C Drivers Licence
• A current Aerodrome Security Identification Card (ASIC) or the ability to obtain prior to commencement
• General Construction Induction Card (White Card) or the ability to obtain prior to commencement
• Current First Aid Certificate (including CPR) or the ability to obtain prior to commencement

Please note: This is a casual position which means there are no set rostered hours or days, the successful applicants will be required to work weekends and be available for call out 7 days per week from 6pm to 6am. Penalty rates apply.

Is this job for you?

• Apply by submitting your resume and providing a brief response as to why you are a great fit for this role!
• Get your application in by: Tuesday 21 April 2025
• Visit www.orange.nsw.gov.au to learn more about Orange City Council
• For any enquiries, contact Aerodrome Supervisor, Justin Bannon on 6393 8326

Where additional candidates are found suitable from this round of recruitment a talent list or pool may be created for filling any similar permanent or temporary roles that may become vacant over the next twelve months.