Aviation Governance Specialist

Unique opportunity to step into a high-impact role at the heart of airport operations—where your expertise will directly influence the safety, efficiency, and future direction of Melbourne Airport’s aviation environment.

We’re currently seeking an experienced Aviation Governance Specialist to join our Aviation Operations team. This is a pivotal role that drives governance, stakeholder accountability, and performance across critical airside operations and systems.

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.

Discover how Melbourne Airport is thinking big with exciting projects like the third Runway, state-of-the-art terminals, and thriving business park developments —watch our video to see the future take flight: https://youtu.be/Sjn21l0hz1Q

Key responsibilities:

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

• Managing access licensing for airside operations to ensure all personnel, vehicles and equipment meet compliance standards
• Overseeing key aviation systems such as the airside driver and vehicle control management system, ensuring performance, data integrity and user experience
• Monitoring and improving aircraft turnaround processes through data-driven insights
• Driving stakeholder collaboration across ground handlers, airlines, and internal teams to deliver safe and efficient operations
• Leading reporting and analysis of operational performance, identifying opportunities for improvement
• Managing SaaS vendor relationships and ensuring systems meet current and future business needs

The successful candidate will have:

• Proven experience in developing and leading licensing or access agreements in a high-risk, customer-focused operational environment
• In-depth knowledge of Aviation Operations, ground handling and turnaround activities
• ICAM Lead Investigator
• IATA Ground Operations (highly desirable)
• Strong understanding of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations, ICAO Annexes and IATA IGOM
• Experience in Aviation Safety Management Systems and incident investigations
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills within complex operational settings
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and drive process improvements
• Proficiency in report writing, performance monitoring and continuous improvement programs

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.