Airports Vanuatu Limited
Location:
Port Vila
Due Date:
20-03-2026
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 airports located in Port Vila, Santo, and Tanna.
Job Desctiption:
Reporting Line:
This position reports to the Airport Manager- Port Vila
Position Purpose:
The Supervisor Maintenance- Port Vila is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all maintenance activities to ensure a safe, efficient and continuous operation of airport infrastructure and facilities at the Port Vila International Airport. This job involves challenging tasks and a significant amount of responsibility.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise and coordinate Maintenance Officers in delivery of day to day maintenance activities across various airport properties
- Oversee a wide range of works inclusive of painting, carpentry, asphalt and concrete paving, crack sealing, building construction, furniture maintenance and vegetation control
- Prepare cost estimate for maintenance works and materials
- Implement preventative and corrective safety maintenance program for the airport assets
- Prepare stock inventory for materials, tools and supplies required for maintenance activities
- Ensure daily maintenance check reports and documentation is completed
- Communication and correspondence including emails, phone calls and written correspondence
- Monitor work quality, productivity and compliance with AVL policies and procedures
- Manage competing priorities and address operational challenges in a dynamic airport environment
- Perform other maintenance tasking as needed
Selection Criteria:
Essential:
-Certificate IV -Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent education and related work experience
- Proven leadership experience in supervising maintenance teams within facilities, construction or infrastructure
- 5-7 years as a maintenance supervisor
- Ability to prepare and maintain accurate maintenance records, reports, and daily check documentation
- Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple tasks, and meet operational deadlines in a safety-critical environment
- Competent computer skills, including basic use of Microsoft Office applications.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including after-hours or emergency call-outs as required
- Have a good command of English or French in both oral and written
- Good interpersonal skills (verbal and written)
- Ability to become a team player
Desirable:
- Diploma in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent education and related work experience
- Previous experience working in a similar environment
- Experience with budget and procurement processes
- Strong problem solving and decision making skills
- Leadership or supervisory training, with experience in mentoring or developing staff
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:
Apply online to:
https://avl.bamboohr.com/careers/37
Website:
https://avl.bamboohr.com/careers/37
How to apply - more information:
https://avl.bamboohr.com/careers/37
For further information on the above job please contact the employer directly.
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