Broome International Airport (BIA) is a regional airport that hosts the gateway to Australia’s spectacular Kimberley region in Northern Western Australia. Being a privately owned commercial airport, BIA has a strategic vision for sustainable growth along with a strong focus around major facility upgrades to support Broome (and surrounding areas), tourists, corporate and oil and gas industry travellers for optimised travelling experiences.
BIA is uniquely located in the heart of Broome, a vibrant town known for its picturesque and famous Cable Beach. The area boasts tropical retreats with a rich history in pearling and multiculturalism, where friendly locals embrace a laidback lifestyle and proudly host many magical attractions.
Roebuck Estate Construction (REC) is a part of the BIA Group that undertakes civil works on and around airport land. REC has a long-standing community connection with the town as one of the major infrastructure providers to the region that works hard with revitalising the local regional economy.
BIA is seeking a proactive and reliable Maintenance Worker to join our high-performing and supportive team on a full-time, permanent basis.
In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for performing a variety of general maintenance tasks and minor works across the Broome International Airport Group (BIAG) portfolio. Your work will directly support the operational efficiency, safety, presentation, and upkeep of our airport buildings, grounds, and infrastructure.
To be eligible, candidates must have permanent working in Australia rights.
As the ideal candidate, you will have a positive, can-do attitude and someone who takes pride in working safely and professionally. You’ll be comfortable working independently or as part of a team, and ready to assist with property and landscape maintenance across a dynamic airport environment.
As the successful applicant, will have a current C Class manual driver licence with an ability to obtain Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) checks and comply with BIA Drug and Alcohol Management Plan (DAMP).
Experience in general maintenance, landscaping, or similar work will be highly regarded.
As an employer of choice, BIA promotes a culture focused on its people and encourages ongoing professional development and training needs. A competitive remuneration package along with ongoing health and wellness initiatives, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted rates on airport retail and resort accommodation, flight tax reimbursements and superannuation salary sacrificing are also on offer.
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply by submitting a Cover Letter and Current Resume.
** Please note, applications received without a Cover Letter may be excluded from further recruitment processes.
*** This vacancy will remain open until a suitable candidate is found so apply today! Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. BIA would like to express its sincere gratitude to all applicants for considering us as a potential employer.
For further information please contact General Manager -Engineering & Property, Lachlan Harris, on 91940600 or email: lachlanh@broomeair.com.au
Broome International Airport is committed to equal employment opportunities, embraces diversity, and encourages applicants from all different backgrounds to apply.
Broome International Airport (BIA), is the Gateway to Broome and the Kimberley Region. The airport hosts a mixture of scheduled jet and turboprop passenger services (RPT), extensive General Aviation and Charter services, Helicopter Operations and Coastwatch.
The airport is also the service base of a number of significant Kimberley Industries. These include Tourism, Mining, Offshore Oil and Gas and the Pearling industries. Existing statistics show that for the financial year 2015/16, Broome International Airport will handle close to 400,000 passengers and approximately 40,000 aircraft movements.
BIA is situated close to the Broome Township and the airport reserve is approximately 155 hectares. Apart from operating the Airport and main passenger terminal, BIA operates the largest Heliport in the Southern Hemisphere.
