About the role
Your Opportunity
Do you enjoy aviation, working around aircraft and being involved in the action?
Jet Aviation is looking for an aviation-minded, hands-on individual to join our Cairns FBO (Fixed Base Operations) team as an Operations Coordinator. This is an operational role at the centre of our FBO, supporting the safe, efficient and professional handling of VIP, corporate, governmental, medical and private aircraft.
No two aircraft movements are the same. Schedules change, customer requirements evolve and priorities can shift quickly. You will need to be ready to step in wherever required—from marshalling an aircraft and handling baggage to coordinating fuel and catering, operating ground support equipment, assisting passengers and crew, and completing operational records.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, takes initiative and is comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
Full-time position with a 24/7 roster environment
Annual salary from AUD $70,000–$80,000 plus superannuation
Your Responsibilities
You will take ownership of assigned aircraft movements from initial request through to departure, working closely with pilots, crew, passengers, suppliers, airport stakeholders and internal teams.
Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
Supporting the safe and efficient arrival, turnaround and departure of aircraft across a range of movements.
Marshalling aircraft in accordance with approved procedures and operational requirements.
Operating FBO ground support equipment, including vehicles, stairs, conveyor belts and ground power units, where trained and authorised.
Handling baggage, equipment and other items safely and efficiently.
Assisting with aircraft towing and positioning activities where trained and authorised.
Performing water and toilet servicing, waste removal and other aircraft support activities.
Preparing aircraft, passenger areas, crew areas and FBO facilities to a high professional standard.
Coordinating fuel, catering, ground transport and other third-party services.
Responding effectively to delays, schedule changes and unexpected operational requirements.
Maintaining awareness of aircra…
