Airports Vanuatu Limited
Location:
Port Vila
Due Date:
27-02-2026
Type:
Full Time
Organisation Description:
Airports Vanuatu Limited (AVL) is a State-Owned Enterprise responsible for the operation, management and development of Vanuatu's international airport located in Port Vila, Santo, and Tanna.
Job Desctiption:
Reporting Line:
This position reports to the Supervisor Maintenance- Port Vila
Position Purpose:
The Grounds Man Officer- Port Vila is responsible for maintaining beautification and landscaping on both landside and airside. This is to ensure visually presentable environment for aircraft, passengers, staff and visitors at the Port Vila International Airport.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain airport grounds, including grass cutting, trimming edges, and general landscaping of airside and landside areas
- Ensure vegetation is controlled around runways, taxiways, aprons, perimeter fences, and terminal areas
- Operate and maintain grounds maintenance equipment such as brush cutter, ride-on-mowers and hand tools
- Conduct regular inspections of airside areas to identify and remove Foreign Object Debris (FOD)
- Maintain drainage clearance to prevent water pools on drive way
- Perform minor repairs to fences
- Clear debris and rubbish waste from outdoor trash bin
- Report hazards, equipment faults or unsafe conditions promptly to the Supervisor
- Support emergency response activities when required
- Assist with general airport maintenance duties as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor
Selection Criteria:
Essential:
- Year 10 Leaving Certificate
- 2 to 3 years of experience in ground maintenance, landscaping or vegetation control
- Ability to operate ground maintenance equipment such as brush cutters, lawn and ride-on- mowers and other hand tools
- Physical fitness and ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
- Ability to work independently or as a team to meet deadlines
- Strong attention to detail and safety awareness
- Willingness to work late or weekends when required
- Have a good command of English or French
- Good interpersonal skills (verbal and written)
Desirable:
- Previous experience working in a similar environment
- Certification or training in landscaping or grounds maintenance
- Ability to perform minor repairs such as fence maintenance or small carpentry tasks
- Basic mechanical knowledge for minor maintenance of tools and equipment
Special Attributes:
- Must be medically and physically fit
- Must have a valid Police Clearance
- The ability to respond to any late nights or early morning hours' emergency at the airport premises
- Valid Driver's license
Salary:
How to Apply
Apply by:
Via website
Contact Person:
Contact Phone:
Email to send applications to:
Postal Address or location to apply in person:
Use the following link to apply online:
https://avl.bamboohr.com/careers/41
Website:
https://avl.bamboohr.com/careers/41
How to apply - more information:
https://avl.bamboohr.com/careers/41
For further information on the above job please contact the employer directly.
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