Airport Compliance & Administration Officer

Looking for a varied role where your organisational skills can make a real difference to the Norfolk Island community? 

Norfolk Island Regional Council is seeking an organised, reliable and capable person to join Norfolk Island International Airport as the Airport Compliance & Administration Officer. This is a unique opportunity to build a rewarding career in a dynamic operational environment while supporting an essential community service. 

The role combines administration, coordination and compliance work that supports safe and efficient airport operations. No previous aviation experience is required. Comprehensive training will be provided. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with people and systems, pays attention to detail and is willing to learn. 

What You’ll Be Doing 

• Coordinating records, documentation and administrative processes.
• Supporting staff training, inductions and qualification tracking.
• Assisting with airport security access and authorisation processes.
• Organising meetings, maintaining registers and tracking actions.
• Liaising with contractors, service providers, Council departments and regulatory agencies. 

• Supporting audit readiness, continuous improvement and learning airport systems through structured training. 

About You 

You may come from administration, customer service, retail, hospitality, project support, records management, compliance, finance, local government, small business administration or another organised, people-focused or process-focused role. Previous aviation experience is not required. What matters most is reliability, attention to detail, willingness to learn, sound judgement and confidence working with people, documents and systems. 

Why Work with Us?

• Permanent full-time employment with Norfolk Island Regional Council.
• Comprehensive training will be provided, including on-the-job support.
• Develop specialised, transferable skills in aviation, compliance, administration and operations.
• A varied role where no two days are the same. 

• Contribute to a critical community service as part of a small, supportive and multi-skilled team. 

How to Apply 

To view the full position description and apply, visit: https://www.nirc.gov.au/Your-council/Working-for-council 

Please submit your resume and a written application addressing the competencies and qualifications in the Position Description to jobs@nirc.gov.nf. 

For any enquiries, contact Human Resources via the same email.  

This role will be based on Norfolk Island. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. Appointments will be made on merit in compliance with the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO).