Summary

Are you a highly organised, proactive professional with a passion for supporting senior leadership in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? Airservices Australia is seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative and business support to the Chief Airspace and Network Officer (CANO) and the wider leadership team.

The Organisation

Airservices Australia is a government-owned organisation responsible for the safe and efficient management of 11% of the world’s airspace and provision of aviation rescue fire fighting services at Australia’s busiest airports.

Our people are our greatest asset with a dynamic and diverse team operating from locations across the country - from bustling cities to regional and remote locations, including an island. This team keep are helping to secure the future of Australia’s skies and keep it amongst the safest in the world.

We connect people with their world safely – linking family and friends, generating economic activity, creating jobs, and facilitating trade and tourism.

Airservices is committed to fostering a culture that is diverse, inclusive, and respectful.  We encourage motivated individuals who love what they do, value a service first mindset and embrace a challenge to explore a career with Airservices. In return you will be a valued team member, be offered flexibility and experience a meaningful career in an exciting, ever-evolving aviation industry.

The Role & The Team

We are seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative and business support to the Chief Airspace and Network Officer (CANO) and the wider leadership team. Work in a collaborative, high performing team and contribute to the safety and efficiency of Australian Aviation. With Airservices Australia, you can enjoy a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

As the Executive Assistant, you will:

- Manage the Office of the CANO, including strategic diary and travel coordination, correspondence, and stakeholder liaison

- Provide administrative support to the CANO leadership team, including meeting coordination, minute-taking, and action tracking

- Develop and maintain systems for workflow, reporting, and compliance

- Support governance, reporting, and budgetary requirements

- Champion Airservices’ values and contribute to a high-performance culture

Please see the link below to view the full Position Description:

 Position Description - Executive Assistant CANO.pdf

The Person

The successful applicant will have:

- Extensive experience supporting senior executives

- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

- Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities

- High proficiency in Microsoft Office and enterprise systems (e.g., TRIM, SharePoint, SAP)

- Qualifications in Business Administration or Office Management (desirable)

At Airservices Australia, we embrace and thrive on diversity of thought, perspectives, and capabilities because we know the benefits of having a workforce that is representative of the community that we serve. We appreciate everyone is unique, and acknowledge diversity in thought leads to greater transparency and improved consideration in our decision making.

We believe a diverse workforce supported by an inclusive culture is central to our success. We actively encourage and welcome candidates from all cultural backgrounds, gender identities, people living with disability and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

Security Clearance

To be eligible to apply, you must be an Australian Citizen or a Permanent resident as an Airservices Background check is required for this role. 

Should you require any further information please contact Alicia O’Rourke – Talent Acquisition Advisor at alicia.o’rourke@airservicesaustralia.com.

How to Apply

To apply for this position please lodge an application online before Applications close 11:55pm (AEST) Sunday 21 September 2025.