Airport Operations Trainee (Shellharbour)

Shellharbour Airport has an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to gain practical experience in the aviation industry while undertaking a Certificate III in Aviation (Ground Operations and Service) over 2 years.

As a Trainee, you’ll join our experienced Airport team and build essential skills across a range of operational tasks, including aircraft refuelling, daily inspections and reporting, vehicle and equipment upkeep, and supporting overall airport safety and compliance.

This is a unique chance to launch your aviation career while playing an active role in the smooth and safe running of a growing regional airport.

**To be considered for the traineeship, applicants should demonstrate the following**:

- A commitment to completing the study requirements, including weekly online learning and attending two face-to-face learning days each term at Wollongbar TAFE (located between Lismore and Ballina)
- A minimum of Year 10 School Certificate (ROSA) and a current NSW Driver’s Licence
- Provisional/Class C
- A positive attitude, demonstrated interest in developing skills relating to the aviation industry, mechanical aptitude and the ability to operate light machinery
- Good physical fitness and strong communication skills

This opportunity is open to both school leavers and mature age applicants who are eligible for admission to the Certificate III in Aviation (Ground Operations and Service) and who do not already hold a Certificate III qualification or higher.

The traineeship will cover both practical and theoretical requirements supported by TAFE. This role is a temporary 2 year fixed term development entry level role.

Council's Cadet, Apprentice and Trainee (CAT) Program aims to grow Council's skilled workforce capacity by creating job opportunities and a talent pipeline for specialised roles and to develop future leaders by providing employment opportunity and professional development experiences that support and complement a related course of external tertiary study. Council’s cadets, apprentices or trainees receive ongoing training, guidance and support from workplace mentors while completing a nationally recognised qualification.

For more information on our CAT program, click **_here_**.

**About us**: Shellharbour City, located in the Illawarra region, is just 80 minutes south of Sydney and is home to over 82,000 people in a city that spans 154 square kilometres. It's an area of great natural beauty
- stretching west from the picturesque coastline to rolling pastures, set against the majestic backdrop of the Illawarra escarpment.

Our dedication to be financially sustainable in an evolving environment, while striving for a great organisational culture and committing to employing staff who embrace our core values, has made Shellharbour City Council an employer of choice.

We have been recognised with numerous state and national awards in recent times, including eight wins for our First Nations Community the Yirran Muru (many pathways) playspace, as well as being presented as winners in the NSW Landscape Architecture Awards, Regional Achievement Awards, and Parks and Leisure Australia Regional Awards of Excellence.

**We offer**: Shellharbour City Council offers a high performing and sustainable organisation to deliver outcomes for the community through leadership, collaboration and innovation. We have exciting, rewarding career opportunities and flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work/life balance.
- Temporary full time up to 2 years (or the duration of the traineeship)
- 38 hours per week working over a 7 day roster
- Salary up to $809.70 per week (dependent on school level achieved & years out of school with a range from $398.70 for a school leaver up to $809.70 for 5+ years out of school)
- Penalties for Saturday, Sunday and Public Holiday hours
- Plus 12% superannuation
- On the job training
- Compulsory course costs are paid by Council
- Up to 3 hours of study time per week Excellent culture with a strong, values led and progressive team
- Enjoy our employee benefits programs and access to Novated lease options and significant retail discounts and corporate fitness programs, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Provident Fund activities, weekly payrun and more.
- Access to local government and employee benefits such as; LSL after five years, three weeks sick leave per annum, Health and wellbeing leave and more.

**Please Note**:

- This position requires a National Police History Check clearance (not required if you hold a current ASIC Card)
- You will need to complete a Pre-placement Medical Assessment and a Drug and Alcohol screening

For further information about the position, click **here** for the position description.

**Contact**: Breanna Parkes, Airport compliance Coordinator on 0421 044 135.

**Closing date**: Tuesday, 10 June 2025 at 11:30pm.

Your Resume and qualifications can be attached on the NEXT page.

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