• Friendly and collaborative team and positive work environment
• Permanent role with flexible working is a true bonus here!  
• Canberra based – a mix of quality admin support and government policy and regulation

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 Australia’s aviation industry safe every day of the year, both in the air and on the ground.

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

Reporting to the Senior Policy Advisor, Government Relations in the Government Regulatory and International Engagement Branch you will work collaboratively with staff across Airservices to assist with the management and coordination of government relations activities across a range of functions.

With no two days the same, you will provide high quality administrative support contributing to the team’s work through effective and highly polished organisation and communication skills. Your expertise in coordinating advice, briefs, submissions, and correspondence, along with your ability to share information on government policy and regulation, is key to your success.

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

 PD Government Relations Coordinator.docx

The Person

Your significant relationships include the Office of the CEO, senior leaders, subject matter experts, and executives. You will work closely with external stakeholders including but not limited to the Department of Infrastructure, the Public Works Committee secretariat, the Rural and Regional Affairs Committee secretariat, Department of Finance, and the offices of federal parliamentarians.

The skills and competencies required include:

• • Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement, initiative, manage priorities and work independently.
• Experience working in or with a government department or a regulatory agency is highly desirable
• Demonstrated ability to manage high workloads, set priorities, meet deadlines and work effectively and flexible to changing circumstances and priorities
• Proven ability to establish strategic relationships to deliver outcomes
• Experience in working with different organisational cultures and in geographically dispersed programs.

Airservices Australia is a diverse and inclusive employer that recognises the benefits of having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work. We encourage applications from diverse groups including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

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. Please refer to the security check requirements successful applicants will be required to undertake as part of the recruitment process.

Should you require any further information please contact Christine Collins, TA Partner at Christine.collins@airservicesaustralia.com

How to Apply

To apply for this position please lodge an application online with a CV and Cover Letter before Applications close 11.55 pm (AEST) Thursday 02 October 11.55pm