Description:
Residential – Onslow | Full time
More than a supervisor—A key leader in airport screening and security compliance
Shire-provided accommodation and a relocation package may be available to eligible candidates for these roles
Benefits include super matching scheme + $6,750 in annually paid allowances + 6-weeks annual leave.
Starting salary is negotiable, dependent on skills and experience & FIFO not applicable.
About the Position
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced aviation security professional to join our Airport Services team in Onslow as the Passenger Screening & Security Compliance Supervisor. This pivotal leadership role is responsible for overseeing the safe, effective, and compliant delivery of passenger screening operations at Onslow Airport.
We’re seeking an established security professional with a proven track record in passenger screening to step into a pivotal leadership role at Onslow Airport. As the Passenger and Security Compliance Supervisor, your primary responsibility will be overseeing the delivery of safe, effective, and compliant screening operations—ensuring passengers and staff move through our airport securely and efficiently.
With the Shire of Ashburton transitioning to an in-house screening model, this role is central to both establishing and maintaining those operations. You’ll lead your team with professionalism and consistency, ensuring compliance with all applicable aviation security regulations while delivering high-quality, customer-focused screening services.
Aviation security is a constantly evolving industry, with regular updates driven by national regulators and industry standards. This role requires someone who can not only keep pace with those changes, but also proactively implement them—adapting procedures, updating training, and ensuring operational compliance remains strong in an ever-changing environment.
This position also supports broader airport security functions, including security audits, inspections, incident response, and the ongoing development of the Transport Security Program (TSP). You’ll work closely with Airport Management, serve as the airport’s Security Contact Officer, and play a key role in upholding and advancing the airport’s security culture.
These positions offer a competitive remuneration package, Shire-provided accommodation, and six weeks’ annual leave. All terms and conditions are as per the Shire of Ashburton Enterprise Agreement 2022.
For further information regarding this exciting opportunity, please contact Megan Walsh, Manager Airport Services on 08 9153 2000.
Submitting your Application
Applications must be submitted online via the Shire of Ashburton website: www.ashburton.wa.gov.au by 9:00 AM Wednesday 16 April 2025.
Please note: Shortlisting may commence immediately.
The Shire of Ashburton encompasses the towns of Tom Price, Onslow, Paraburdoo, and Pannawonica. Our employees enjoy a relaxed lifestyle in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, set amongst the backdrop of world renowned Karijini National Park and Millstream Chichester National Park with spectacular gorges, deep red earth and are some of the oldest formations in the world and our coastline takes in the Mackerel Islands, with turquoise water and opportunities for best fishing and snorkelling.
The Shire of Ashburton is committed to diversity and strongly encourages candidates from different cultural, gender and age backgrounds to apply.
Please Note: Canvassing of Councillors or Shire Employees will disqualify. The successful applicant is required to obtain relevant police checks and to provide evidence of all claimed qualifications prior to commencing employment.