National Base Coordinator, Flight Operations

Challenge yourself in this unique opportunity by supporting the high performing National Base Operations team
- Full time, permanent position
- Based at Sydney Head Office

At Qantas, we represent Australia to the world. Our diverse country is known for our spirit, mateship, and a can-do attitude. We’re resilient and strong, and work hard to make sure we’ll be right. We won’t settle for anything less than the best outcome. We’re a high performing team, and we each have the opportunity to add value and make an impact on the business.

We understand our priorities and what needs to be delivered, taking the initiative to keep things moving. We bring teams and individuals together to deliver on our customers’ expectations. In your new role as National Base Coordinator, Flight Operations, you will be responsible for supporting and coordinating processes and policies pertaining to the operation of our flight crew bases to assist driving a high performing culture and an engaged workforce. You will also be the key support to the Manager in ensuring an efficient operation with a continuous improvement philosophy, as well as oversee medium to long term National Projects with an emphasis on standardisation for Flight Crew and Base Operations.

Other aspects of the role will see you coordinating activities, meetings, correspondence and projects relating to flight operations and flight crew, including scheduling and resourcing matters, compliance and mandatory training reporting, grievance management, aircrew licensing, award interpretation, and WHS related matters. You will draw upon your wealth of knowledge and sound judgement to make effective decisions, often with limited or no consultation or escalation to the Manager. Additionally, you will be accountable for generating reports; such as flight crew leave, or mandatory training, as well as overseeing people safety, administrative and operational issues.

You’ll have:

- Strong interpersonal skills to consult and liaise with key stakeholders
- High level of computer competency and proficiency in Microsoft Suite of products including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, with an ability to learn new technology quickly
- Great organisational skills with the ability to work through a number of conflicting priorities and meet deadlines
- Excellent communications skills, and skills in building relationships with a variety of stakeholders
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality, exercising discretion and tact at all times
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Self-motivation and the strive to excel in a fast-paced team environment
- Previous experience in the aviation industry
- Knowledge of Awards and Agreements covering Flight Crew or operational award (desirable)

We firmly believe that the sky is the limit. Demonstrate the right skill and attitude and we’ll place an incredible amount of trust in you to move on to bigger and better things.

Qantas is an equal opportunity employer, so for working for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply.
- Why Qantas?_
- You’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully._
- There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us - so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. You’ll be supported from day 1 with on the job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless._
- The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel._
- _ We love to travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays._
- _ We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 14 weeks paid parental leave and the option to purchase additional paid leave for eligible employees._
- _ We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and_ entertainment. You_ can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles, eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships._
- _ We’ll support your wellbeing: Whether it’s learning to better support your own and others’ mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or you