Base Manager

• 12 Month Fixed Term Position
• Servicing Aviation & Critical Services contracts in Horn Island
• Be part of something BIG!

Who we are

• Providing and delivering emergency medical, search & rescue, police, surveillance aviation services through our Aviation & Critical Services business for State governments throughout Australia.
• Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships through our Marine business.
• Managing critical assets for a range of sectors through our Land Business.

About the role

• Oversee the operational delivery requirements of the emergency services contract.
• Support the implementation of the new contract commencing Q4 2026, including local Management of Change activities
• Manage all staff, aircraft, and rosters, with a strong focus on welfare, morale, and contract compliance.
• Facilitate safe aviation operations at Horn Island Base, ensuring full compliance with CASA, contractual, and company policies.
• Act as the primary point of contact for client agencies, ensuring operational requirements are met efficiently, with flight safety as the top priority.
• Manage all client reporting and KPIs in line with contractual obligations.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships across all service delivery areas.
• Serve as the key liaison for Horn Island Airport operations, fostering effective relationships with the Airport Operator and Torres Shire Council to ensure safe and compliant procedures.
• Oversee Babcock’s facilities and assets, including hangars, accommodation, vehicles, and fuel, ensuring they support operational requirements.
• Promote Babcock’s Just Culture and Safety Management System, including leading regular Base Safety Meetings and safety initiatives.
• Uphold the highest professional standards, demonstrating Babcock’s Purpose and Principles with a strong safety and continuous improvement mindset.
• Ensure full implementation of Babcock policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with aviation regulations, security protocols, and safety standards.
• Support Babcock’s community engagement initiatives in the Torres Strait and Northern Peninsula Area

About You

• Must reside, preferably on Horn or Thursday Island.
• Proven experience in aviation and/or operational management, with strong team leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to foster a generative safety culture and implement operational risk management, ideally in an aviation environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively and perform under pressure in a dynamic environment.
• Strong relationship-building skills, with a focus on achieving shared outcomes.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Committed to continuous improvement.
• Sound commercial acumen.
• Strong administrative, time management, and organisational skills, able to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficient in rostering and fatigue management.
• High personal integrity and professionalism.
• Must be an Australian citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a baseline security clearance.
• High cultural competence working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• Eligible for an Aviation Security Identification Card.

Desirable requirements:

• Previous pilot or aircrew experience in rotary or fixed wing.
• Knowledge of aviation regulations, and safety protocols.
• Willingness to undertake a touring role based in Cairns if not located in Horn Island or Thursday Island

Your future at Babcock – what we offer you

What sets us apart at Babcock?

• Babcock offers a supportive and engaging environment where you can drive change and grow your career.
• We promote and foster training and development.
• Central to Babcock’s core values are those of health, safety and environment, and diversity.
• The opportunity to be a part of something BIG!