Airport Facilities Coordinator

Role overview

Queensland Airports Limited is hiring a full-time Airport Facilities Coordinator for Townsville Airport. This permanent role focuses on overseeing airport assets, keeping maintenance activities on track, and identifying where capital works may be needed. You will also coordinate internal and external resources to deliver maintenance and repair services that are efficient, reliable, and cost-conscious across regional airports.

What you’ll do

• Look after the asset register and keep maintenance schedules current in the Asset Management System.
• Coordinate work allocated to internal maintenance staff and outside maintenance providers.
• Work with the Asset Services Manager to assign and rank maintenance jobs for the team and contractors.
• Keep the airport maintenance framework and schedules updated in the CMMS.
• Track maintenance spending against budget and escalate to the Maintenance Operations Manager if costs are expected to go over the monthly limit.

What the role asks for

The ideal candidate is highly organised and communicates clearly in both written and verbal form. A background in trade work, maintenance, projects, or planning is preferred, and a relevant qualification would be an advantage. Experience or knowledge of the aviation or airport sector is desirable. This position includes on-call duties, with an on-call allowance provided.

Working with QAL

QAL promotes a flexible working culture designed to support life outside work, along with wellbeing initiatives and a collaborative environment. The organisation also invests in learning, mentoring, and career growth across its four airports.

About the organisation

Queensland Airports Limited operates Gold Coast, Townsville, Mount Isa, and Longreach airports, connecting regional Queensland and northern New South Wales with Australia and international destinations. More than 8 million passengers move through these airports each year, supported by teams focused on safe, welcoming, and efficient travel experiences. The company aims to be the preferred gateway for its regions while supporting a sustainable future.

Inclusion and culture

QAL values an inclusive and psychologically safe workplace where people feel respected and supported to be themselves. Applications are welcomed from people of all backgrounds and experience levels, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and candidates are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet every requirement.

Compliance and checks

The successful applicant must comply with QAL’s Drug and Alcohol Management Plan. This includes pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. The role also requires the ability to obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card, which involves a police check.

Additional information

This is a permanent full-time position based in Townsville. The job sits across Administration, Operations, and Other categories. A position description is available through the company careers site.