Airfield operations specialist, Mātanga whakahaere taunga rererangi
Also known as
- Airfield safety and compliance officer, airfield operations officer, airfield operations coordinator, airport operations operator, integrated operations controller, airport operations specialist
Airfield operations specialists make sure ground support operations on an airfield operate correctly to ensure safety of aircraft, ground movements and staff.
Duration
2:21 mins
Your pay could be
$57K
Lower
$73K to $120K
Most common
$152K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Airfield operations specialists
- usually work shifts, including early mornings, evenings and weekends
- usually work at airports and airfields
- may work in noisy, smelly and hazardous conditions
- need to be safety conscious, communicate well and identify and solve problems
Tasks
- manage activities and airport workers
- plan and record flight and travel operations
- coordinate and monitor aircraft movement
- inspect aircraft and work sites
- ensure security and safety of aircraft
- identify environmental and safety hazards
- plan for and communicate work to staff
- coordinate maintenance and cleaning
- train staff in transportation and moving materials
- help people during emergencies
Enterprising
Organised
Practical
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou need experience and training to become an airfield operations specialist and a qualification may be useful.
You need
- experience in similar work
- a driver licence
- to pass a security check and get an Airport Identity Card (AIC)
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Airport Operations (Level 4)
- a New Zealand Diploma in Airport Operations (Level 5)
- to do intermediate or advanced training in air traffic control
- an advanced certificate or diploma in aircraft operation or air traffic control
- an Airside Driving Permit (ADP)
- to pass a medical assessment and drug test
- a firearms licence
- a First Aid Certificate
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 3 to do the study or training for this job.
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