Airport Services Officer

Permanent Role

Full-time (average of 38 hours per week)

The East Kimberley is an extraordinarily beautiful and sparsely populated area in the northeast corner of Western Australia, and is known as one of the world's last wilderness frontiers. As a global tourism attraction, it is also known for its pristine kaleidoscope of colour, outback adventures, world class fishing, excellent caravan parks, luxury accommodation, great food and friendly locals, and it is an amazing and very unique part of Australia.  The East Kimberley is diverse in many ways, with a unique mix of cultures, lifestyles and abundant opportunities.

Providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is important to us and we are committed to employing people who share the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley (SWEK) Values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Communication and Respect, these Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at SWEK.

The Opportunity

We are looking for suitable candidates to join our Airport Team as an Airport Services Officer. The role is responsible for the delivery of high-quality customer-focused screening services while creating safe and memorable travel experiences for passengers and visitors transiting through East Kimberley Regional Airports (EKRA) in Kununurra and Wyndham.

This role is also responsible for:

• To ensure the safety, security and integrity of the airport, aircraft and travellers;
• Provide consistent and standard screening practices to ensuring passengers and their possessions are checked and cleared according to legislation;
• Efficiently co-ordinate the flow of passengers through security screening;
• Demonstrate effective communication and sound decision-making;
• Control access to and exit from security sensitive areas,
• Undertake physical searches of passengers and baggage where required;
• Provide a consistent high-quality customer service;
• Undertake general cleaning tasks of terminal amenities and associated buildings;
• Maintaining a professional level of personal grooming and represent the Shire in a professional manner at all times.

A current Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) and Certificated II in Transport Security Protection are essential for this role, however we are happy to provide the required training where necessary.  You will also have demonstrated experience working in highly regulated environments and experience in operation of screening equipment. You will have highly developed customer service skills, good communication skills, ability to deal with conflict and achieve resolution, sustain concentration level of period.

To ensure your safety you will also require the following up to date vaccinations:

• Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B
• ADT (Diphtheria, Tetanus and Whooping Cough)

More information about the position and the requirements are in the Position Description on our Website: https://swek.bigredsky.com

Working for SWEK means that as an employee, in addition to a competitive salary, you will also enjoy:

• 6 weeks annual leave + 6 weeks leave loading
• 11% superannuation with the option to co-contribute a further 3%
• Generous annual rewards for service
• Generous allowances
• Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles, rent or mortgage interest expenses
• 11 public holidays with 2 additional 'Local Government Days' per year
• Access to rostered days off and overtime opportunities
• Shire provided work uniforms and PPE
• Opportunities for training and development
• A variety of health and wellbeing programs including free membership to the Kununurra Leisure Centre and Wyndham Pool, free health assessments, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services

We are offering a remuneration package inclusive of allowances and Superannuation of up to $80,000 (dependent on skills and experience) per annum.

APPLY NOW!

If you are ready to be part of our diversely talented team to build your future with an organisation that makes an impact, improves lives and inspires others please click the ‘Apply’ button at the bottom of this page or contact Carlos Dos Reis, the Shire’s Team Leader Airport Services, for a confidential discussion on 0409 853 043 to find out more about this role.

To be considered, you will need to submit a covering letter outlining your interest in the position and your ability to meet the Selection Criteria (maximum two pages), a current resume and any other required documentation. Successful applicants will be required to provide an acceptable National Police Clearance (dated within six months), complete a pre-placement medical questionnaire with Drugs and Alcohol Screening and undertake a pre-employment function test.

Applications will be accepted until 11.45PM, Sunday 15/9/2024

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley, values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people. We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, diverse cultures and backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, and all age groups to apply.

However, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of this entitlement - acceptable evidence includes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate, or foreign passport with a relevant visa. Applicants will also be required to provide a National Police Clearance prior to interview stage of the recruitment process.