Aerodrome Reporting Officer (GCAPL)

Role overview

Queensland Airports Limited is hiring a permanent full-time Aerodrome Reporting Officer to join the Gold Coast Airport Aviation team in Gold Coast, Queensland. This role focuses on maintaining safe, secure and efficient airside operations while supporting airline partners and other stakeholders through reliable aerodrome serviceability and management of hazards that could affect aircraft movement.

What the role involves

The Aerodrome Reporting Officer helps ensure the airside environment remains operational to a high standard. The position is responsible for monitoring airport safety and security, managing wildlife and other operational hazards, and keeping aerodrome serviceability records accurate and up to date.

Key duties

• Maintain safe and secure airside operations in line with applicable regulations and company standard operating procedures.
• Inspect, enforce and document safety and security matters across the airport in accordance with the Aviation Transport Security Regulations 2005.
• Carry out the Bird and Wildlife Management Plan requirements.
• Prepare aerodrome serviceability reports accurately and promptly, and escalate any issues to the aviation management team without delay.

What is needed to succeed

To perform well in this position, you should bring prior experience in aviation and emergency operations, stay composed in high-pressure situations, and be able to respond effectively when difficult issues arise. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with a solid understanding of aerodrome regulations.

Additional notes

Having a firearms licence is considered an advantage, but it is not mandatory to apply.

Support and workplace culture

Queensland Airports Limited says it supports work-life balance through flexible working options, wellbeing initiatives and a culture designed to help employees thrive personally and professionally. The organisation also invests in learning, mentoring and career pathways across its airport network.

About the employer

QAL operates Gold Coast, Townsville, Mount Isa and Longreach airports, connecting regional Queensland and northern New South Wales with Australia and international destinations. The business serves more than 8 million passengers each year and aims to be the preferred gateway for the regions while building sustainable future connections.

Inclusion and hiring conditions

QAL promotes an inclusive and psychologically safe workplace and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet every listed requirement. The successful applicant must comply with the Drug and Alcohol Management Plan, including pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, and must be able to obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card, which requires a police check.

Reference information

This is a permanent full-time role based in Gold Coast and sits within the Operations category.