Casual Aerodrome Reporting Officer

About Orange City Council

Orange City Council is committed to making a positive contribution to both our region and our local community. With around 850 employees, we take pride in being both for and part of the Orange community. Our aim - to make Orange a better place to live today and tomorrow.

Job/Responsibilities

Council is currently looking for a reliable, self-motivated person who can work after hours and on weekends, to join the team as a Casual Aerodrome Reporting Officer.

As an Aerodrome Reporting Officer, you will be responsible for undertaking critical inspections and ensuring operational and area compliance and safety at the Orange Aerodrome including:

• Undertaking pre-flight and other necessary inspections at the Aerodrome and Runway on weekends and when on call and record daily inspections
• Ensure compliance by other Aerodrome users and members of the public and issue Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) where required
• Enforce vehicle rules at the Aerodrome
• Ensure all security devices and systems are operational, including operational lighting
• Attend to Aerodrome emergencies and safety issues as required.

View the full position description HERE

Hourly Rate: From $41.92 (excludes Superannuation and relevant penalty rates)

As you can imagine this is a critically important position and as such to be successful you will need to be:

• Reliable and able to work weekends and after hours 
• Someone who works with maturity and can be relied upon to work unsupervised
• Able to make critical decisions when required and is able to deal with emergency situations and still remain calm under pressure
• A problem solver and who has excellent communication skills
• Ability to complete relevant Aerodrome training and courses

You'll also need to have:

• A current NSW Class C Drivers Licence
• A current Aerodrome Security Identification Card (ASIC) or the ability to obtain prior to commencement
• General Construction Induction Card (White Card) or the ability to obtain prior to commencement
• Current First Aid Certificate (including CPR) or the ability to obtain prior to commencement

Please note: This is a casual position which means there are no set rostered hours or days, the successful applicants will be required to work weekends and be available for call out 7 days per week from 6pm to 6am. Penalty rates apply.

Is this job for you?

Apply by submitting your resume and providing a brief response as to why you are a great fit for this role! Get your application in by: Wednesday 9 September 2026

For any enquiries, contact Aerodrome Supervisor, Justin Bannon on 6393 8326

Visit www.orange.nsw.gov.au to learn more about Orange City Council

Where additional candidates are found suitable from this round of recruitment a talent list or pool may be created for filling any similar roles that may become vacant over the next twelve months.