Mo tēnei tūranga mahi | About the role

As an Airport Operations & Safety Officer, you’ll support the safe and efficient operation of the entire airport environment, including airside, landside, and terminal facilities. This is a hands‑on, fast‑paced role at the heart of airport operations — perfect for someone who thrives on responsibility, problem‑solving, and teamwork

Your responsibilities will include:

• Safety management & Compliance
• Carry out daily safety inspections, hazard identification, and risk assessments
• Support our Safety Management System (SMS) and internal auditing programme
• Assist with incident and accident investigation and training exercises
• Conduct runway, taxiway, apron, lighting, foreign object damage, and wildlife hazard inspections
• Perform airfield security patrols, and ensure safe practices by contractors
• Manage traffic flow, front‑of‑terminal activity, car parking and public safety
• Support waste management, recycling, and environmental monitoring

This role is shift-based: averaging 36.33 hours per week, including early and late rotations + weekend/public holiday work.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

• A great benefits package (including life and income protection insurance, health insurance, enhanced leave and superannuation, and relocation support where applicable).
• A Salary range of $80,000 to $95,000 per annum FTE (this will depend on the knowledge, skills and experience you have to offer).
• Strong health, safety and wellbeing focus culture
• EAP support, wellness initiatives and access to Marlborough Chamber of Commerce retail discounts
• Meaningful work that supports our people and community

Ko ngā wheako ōu | About you

You’re a practical, reliable, and safety‑focused person who enjoys working both independently and alongside a small but supportive team.

You bring:

• Experience in a safety‑critical or regulated environment (aviation a bonus)
• Strong communication skills — clear, confident, and customer‑focused
• Solid computer and technical capability (Microsoft Office + automated systems)
• A clean, full driver’s licence and strong personal integrity
• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure
• Willingness to work early/late shifts, weekends, public holidays, and respond to on occasion to after‑hours callouts
• Able to follow procedures while also recognising when to escalate issues
• Responsible, dependable, flexible and safety-conscious

To be considered for this position you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

Ko wai mātou | About us

We are a dynamic, progressive organisation which prides itself on the professionalism it brings to managing a wide range of functions. Our vision is that over the next decade, Marlborough will become a globally connected district of progressive, high-value enterprise, known for its quality lifestyle, desirable location and natural environment.

Marlborough is unique for many reasons. The region offers an array of outdoor pursuits in a distinctive and picturesque landscape. With the Marlborough Sounds, the land and sea offer unlimited accessibility for sport and leisure.

If you’re ready to make an impact in your community with Council - Tono mai | Apply now!

Applications close 5.00 pm on Sunday, 29 March 2026.

For any additional information please reach out to Steve Holtum (Operations & Safety Manager) at steve.holtum@marlboroughairport.co.nz

We’re committed to ensuring our team goes home safe every day. Preferred candidates will be required to complete preemployment checks to the employer’s satisfaction. These checks may include, but are not limited to, a criminal history check, confirmation of the right to work in New Zealand, and drug and alcohol testing for safety-sensitive roles.