Operations Manager

AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: YesRELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: AU- Secret (NV1)TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description Your Role: *

As the Operational and Ground Handling Lead for the Special Purpose Aircraft (SPA) Business Unit, you'll oversee all maintenance and support activities to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient aircraft operations. You'll drive performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the SPA maintenance program.

Lead the Part 145 Maintenance Organisation to deliver compliant, high-quality maintenance outcomes.
Ensure all maintenance and ground handling activities align with approved procedures, data, and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate with SPA CAMS, Planning, and MOC teams to manage scheduled and unscheduled maintenance with minimal disruption.
Promote a Just Culture and open reporting environment across all maintenance activities.
Represent the SPA program in operational meetings and act as Program Manager delegate when required.

About You: *

You're an experienced aviation professional with strong leadership, technical, and communication skills, ready to ensure excellence in SPA operations and stakeholder engagement.

Eligible to obtain and maintain an NV1 AGSVA security clearance.
Hold formal Aviation Management, Engineering, or Aircraft Trade qualifications (Civil or Military).
Demonstrated experience assessing and implementing OEM service literature.
Strong knowledge of maintenance control systems and regulatory compliance requirements.
Skilled in negotiation, with excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

What we Offer:

We have built our benefits to help you define your possible.

18 weeks paid parental leave

Flexible Working Options including - Hybrid Working, 9-day Fortnights, Volunteer leave, Varying start and Finish times to suit your family needs.