Airfield Lighting Maintenance Manager

Lead a dynamic team to ensure the safety, compliance, and efficiency of Melbourne Airport’s Airfield Lighting systems while driving innovation and performance.

The Airfield Lighting Maintenance Manager will lead the Airfield Lighting Maintenance team, ensuring compliance with safety standards and the achievement of maintenance objectives. This role ensures that the team meets maintenance goals while adhering to current Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Job Safety Analysis (JSAs). The Manager will also collaborate closely with the Airfield Operations Technical Lead to ensure that any impacts on the airfield lighting system from the capital plan are effectively incorporated into the team's tasks and workload.

As a key leadership position, the role demands the management of a productive, professional, and highly engaged team, driving performance and maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency.

Melbourne Airport is at the forefront of a dynamic expansion, poised to support the city's ascent to become Australia’s largest city within the next decade. As we soar towards new heights, we're embarking on ambitious projects, including the development of a third runway, state-of-the-art terminals and major business park projects creating unparalleled opportunities for growth and innovation. Join us in shaping the future of aviation as we propel Melbourne Airport towards becoming Australia's favourite Airport destination.

Key responsibilities:

The role's duties and accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

Team Leadership

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Airfield Lighting Maintenance team.
• Foster a just culture and promote team engagement.
• Lead regular team meetings to improve productivity and teamwork.
• Oversee rostering and prioritise tasks for safety and compliance.

Safety & Compliance

• Aim for zero workplace incidents and ensure compliance with OH&S, SOPs, and CASA regulations.
• Investigate incidents and share learnings with the team.
• Conduct audits and review SOPs and training for continuous improvement.

Technology & Efficiency

• Drive the use of technology for improved compliance, efficiency, and reporting.
• Optimise asset management systems and ensure effective data collection.

Stakeholder Communication

• Maintain communication with internal stakeholders and external agencies.
• Coordinate urgent works and collaborate on asset management planning.

Asset Management

• Maintain Airfield Lighting systems to safe, secure standards.
• Ensure timely completion of preventative and emergency maintenance.
• Manage stock levels and align practices with CASA regulations and airport standards.

The successful candidate will have:

• Senior-level experience in airfield lighting (CCR series circuits)
• A-Grade Electrical Licence (Victorian) or Electrical Engineering Degree
• Excellent analytical skills
• Maintenance experience or civil construction desirable.
• Previous experience Managing a team across multiple shifts.
• Working knowledge and detailed understanding CASA Manual of Standards Part 139
• Proficient in the MS suite of programs 
• Commercially astute 
• Highly capable of developing and writing detailed reports to communicate to GM and Chief Level. 
• Have the ability to hold a Level 4E Taxiway Airside Drivers Authority (ADA).

We understand that not everyone will feel they meet all of these 100%. However, if you feel you have the attitude and aptitude to grow within our team, we invite you to apply and have a conversation with us about this position.

About the Company:

Melbourne Airport (Australia Pacific Airports Corporation) is proud to be one of Australia's premier transport hubs and Victoria's gateway to the world, connecting us to the global marketplace. We are committed to creating connections that matter and enhancing the traveller experience across every aspect of our organisation to deliver our vision of becoming Australia's favourite Airport destination. Currently, in an exciting phase of change, we are delivering rewarding career opportunities, making Melbourne Airport a dynamic and fast-paced place to work for our people.

APAC is a majority Australian-owned private company that also operates Launceston Airport, the tourism gateway to Tasmania and an industry multi-award-winning airport.

Culture and Values:

By joining the team at Melbourne Airport, you will work within a friendly, high-performance culture with a focus on our people and their development.

Our vision is to become Australia's favourite Airport destination and our people are paramount to achieving this success. We provide a supportive environment, with values that encourage all of our employees to Be You, Think Big, Own it and Work Together.

Benefits:

• Free access to Higher State, our state-of-the-art Fitness Club & Wellness Hub at Novotel & ibis Styles Airport hotel.
• Airport car parking 24 hours/365 days a year for both business and personal use
• Hybrid flexible working arrangements
• Airport Holiday, an additional day of leave
• Wellness Day, a further additional day of leave
• Discounted onsite childcare at Creative Garden Early Learning
• Mental health and well-being initiatives, including Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Long-term career and professional development opportunities
• Active social culture and participation in a range of social impact days and activities
• Signature Experiences including an airfield family day, and kids’ footy day 
• Access to an employee benefits scheme including access to corporate rates and airport retailer discounts (including SkyBus)

APAC is committed to weaving Diversity into our DNA. We believe that Diversity and Inclusion will help us realise our greatest potential as a company, and maximise the potential of all our team members. We strive to create a culture where our team members understand that each individual is unique and that embracing diversity makes us more flexible, productive, and creative.

APAC provides equal opportunity and advancement in employment regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, cultural background, caring responsibilities, disability or socioeconomic background. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our workplace values of Being You, Thinking Big, Owning It and Working Together.