Airside Wildlife Management Officer

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This opportunity is with BA Aviation, the aviation arm of Biodiversity Australia. BA Aviation specialises in delivering tailored consultancy and operational services across aviation environments, including Aerodrome Reporting Officer (ARO) duties, Wildlife Hazard Management, and Airport Environmental Planning. As part of Biodiversity Australia—an Indigenous-owned, rapidly growing consultancy—we bring a unique approach that integrates ecological expertise with the highest standards of aviation safety and regulatory compliance. Our work supports sustainable operations across mining, construction, government, aviation, and defence sectors, helping clients achieve environmental and operational excellence.

About the opportunity

We are seeking a dedicated Aerodrome Reporting Officer (ARO) with a passion for aviation safety and wildlife management for an opportunity at Newcastle Airport.

Whether you have experience as a Wildlife Biologist, Aerodrome Reporting Officer (ARO), or Wildlife Management Officer (WMO), this role offers an opportunity to develop your skills in a dynamic environment. Internal training and support will be provided to ensure your success.

In this role, your responsibilities will include:

• Actively managing wildlife airside to mitigate risks to aviation operations
• Collecting and maintaining accurate data on wildlife activity and management measures
• Liaising with clients to provide timely updates and expert advice
• Upholding high standards of ethics, safety, and operational excellence

About you

You have a passion for the aviation industry, are a dependable and safety-focused professional with a commitment to maintaining high operational and safety standards. You thrive in dynamic environments and excel at managing your responsibilities with precision and care.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A strong understanding of wildlife behaviour and its implications for aviation safety
• Field experience demonstrating situational awareness in airside and aircraft environments (desirable)
• Experience or confidence with radio communications, ideally VHF (Ground and Tower)
• Qualifications such as Aerodrome Reporting Officer (ARO) or Work Safety Officer (desirable)
• A General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• A Firearms Licence (Category A & B) – highly desirable or willing to obtain
• Eligibility to obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)
• CASA Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificate (AROC) or the ability to obtain one

This position requires you to be an Australian citizen and subject to a Police check.

Equal opportunity measures

Biodiversity Australia is an equal opportunity employer, and we value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process, so if you require any adjustments for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at hr@biodiversityaust.com.au or by calling 1300 319 954.

Indigenous applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

The interview process will commence immediately, so we encourage all interested persons to apply without delay. Only applicants who have been shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

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Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• How many years' experience do you have in the aviation industry?
• Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
• Have you completed a qualification in aeroskills?
• What's your expected hourly rate?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Wildlife Officer?

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