Ballina Shire Council

Manager Business and Aviation

ABOUT US

Change your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.

Ballina Shire is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Position

The Manager Business and Aviation is responsible for leading the Property and Aviation Section and overseeing a diverse portfolio of commercial, property and aviation-related functions on behalf of Council. This role provides strategic leadership for the management and ongoing development of the Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, Council’s property portfolio, commercial and community buildings, capital projects, land development initiatives, procurement, contracts, governance, and land management activities.

The position delivers expert advice to Council, drives commercial growth opportunities, and ensures the Airport’s continued profitability, economic sustainability and contribution to the region. Through effective leadership, stakeholder engagement and sound business management, the Manager Business and Aviation supports the achievement of Council’s strategic objectives while maximising the value and performance of Council-owned assets.

To be successful you will bring

• Behaviour that positively demonstrates Council’s values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.
• Tertiary qualifications in a related discipline such as Business, Engineering, Law, Aviation or Economics.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage a multi-disciplinary professional team and multiple complex projects and programs in a politically sensitive environment.
• Proven knowledge in financial analysis, including preparation and review of budgets relevant to the section
• Advanced negotiation and dispute resolution skills
• Demonstrated capacity to provide strategic advice on commercial activities.
• Demonstrated track record of sustained high level employee engagement and driving a culture of excellence in customer service and continual improvement.
• Demonstrated experience in negotiating, implementing and managing complex legal and commercial agreements in either the public or private sector.
• Well-developed communication skills with the ability to prepare complex reports and submissions and deliver presentations.
• A thorough knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity, risk management principles, legislative compliance, data governance and work health and safety and an ability to apply them to work practices.

The rewards

• An annual salary range of $147,800 to $169,600 (plus 12% superannuation) dependent upon skills, experience and qualifications.
• The option of an excess hours agreement, providing a 15% allowance in addition to the weekly salary in substitution for overtime hours.
• Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle, including a rostered day off working arrangement.
• The option of a leaseback vehicle for work and private use.
• Support toward the cost of relocation associated with recruitment.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Job security and a supportive, values-driven workplace culture
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including Fitness Passport member options
• Meaningful work that contributes to the sustainability and liveability of our region.
• Subsidised non-compulsory uniform.

Clickhereto view the Position Description and Information Package.

Applications close

11.30pm Sunday 23 August 2026

Specific enquiries

Caroline Klose | Director Corporate and Community Division | 02 6686 1296

How to apply

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