Airport Compliance Coordinator

About the opportunity

Alice Springs Airport is seeking an experienced Airport Compliance Coordinator to support the safe, secure and compliant operation of the airport.

Reporting to the Head of Airports Regional and leading a small team, you will be responsible for coordinating compliance across airside operations, aviation security, safety, environmental management and regulatory requirements. This hands-on role plays a critical part in ensuring the airport meets the standards of agencies including CASA and the Cyber and Infrastructure Security Centre.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily terminal and airside operations.
• Coordinate runway, taxiway and apron inspections, wildlife hazard management and airside driving compliance.
• Monitor and maintain compliance with aviation safety, security and environmental regulations.
• Support emergency response activities in accordance with airport emergency and security plans.
• Maintain operational manuals, procedures, reports and compliance records.
• Coordinate security audits, contractor compliance and performance reporting.
• Assist with the ongoing development of the airport's Safety Management System.
• Build strong relationships with airlines, contractors, regulators and other stakeholders.
• Provide leadership, guidance and support to operational staff.

About You

You will bring:

• Experience in airport operations, compliance, aviation security or a similar regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance and operational risk management.
• Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• The ability to lead teams and manage competing priorities in a dynamic operational environment.
• A current NT Driver's Licence (or ability to obtain), and eligibility to obtain an ASIC and Airside Driving Authority.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of CASA and aviation security regulatory requirements.
• Understanding of airport and airline operations.
• Experience with audits, compliance reporting and security management systems.

Additional Requirements:

• This position is classified as a Safety Sensitive Aviation Activity (SSAA) and requires participation in an on-call roster and attendance at operational emergencies when required.

Why ADG?

Airport Development Group owns and operates key infrastructure across the Northern Territory, including airports, commercial buildings, and hospitality assets. With a strong investment pipeline and a commitment to shaping a more sustainable and connected Northern Australia, we are entering a period of exciting growth and transformation. This is your chance to be part of something meaningful driving energy strategy at the heart of an organisation that’s making a real difference in the Territory.

At ADG, we offer a supportive, inclusive, and energetic workplace, with a strong focus on professional development. You’ll benefit from ongoing learning opportunities, mentoring, and career growth pathways tailored to your ambitions. Our health and wellbeing program, yearly lifestyle allowance, and salary sacrificing options (including novated leasing and super contributions) are designed to support your overall wellbeing. We also offer additional leave entitlements for eligible employees and a workplace culture that values diversity, innovation, and impact.

Ready to Apply?

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your application with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

At ADG we embrace equality, diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Agencies should note that unsolicited resumes or floated profiles will not be accepted for this position and ADG will not pay any fees related to resumes that are submitted directly to hiring managers and not through our approved process. Where appropriate, the Talent Manager will work with our preferred panel of agencies to source candidates for roles.