Aerospace and Defence Industry Lead

Why work with us?

At Council, we’re proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you’ll want to join our team!

With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region -Connected. Liveable. Thriving, our region is a model of sustainability, where caring for our environment, creating vibrant communities and growing our local economy is a way of life.

About the Role

Sunshine Coast Council is seeking an experience Aerospace and Defence Industry Lead to work within our Economic Development Branch.  The branch connects Council with business to support jobs and economic growth.

Contribute at a senior level to the delivery of Council’s economic development agenda and support the development and implementation of a range of strategies and projects.

Specific responsibilities of the Aerospace and Defence Industry Lead position are: Manage the business development relationship between Council and Sunshine Coast Airport

Collaborate with Council’s Property Team to promote Caloundra Aerodrome as a prime aerospace investment destination. Support activities that drive the growth of the Aerospace and Defence Industry both on-site and in surrounding industrial areas

Maintain a current understanding of the economic landscape, market trends, and regulatory environment affecting the aerospace sector.

Engage proactively with regional and state aerospace industry stakeholders, as well as local airport and aerodrome operators, to gauge industry sentiment.

About you

Tertiary qualifications relevant to the role and/or extensive experience in a similar capacity.

Proven experience in identifying and developing major economic development initiatives, with a strong focus on the Aerospace and Defence sectors.

Demonstrated ability to manage and implement project plans that drive regional economic growth.

A strong track record of building and maintaining productive relationships with industry groups across diverse sectors.

A current “C” Class Driver’s Licence.

Our Culture & Employee Benefits

Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you:

• Wellbeing: Your wellbeing is important to us therefore we offer a number of different initiatives such as discounted health related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program and development opportunities. 
• Flexibility: We know it is important to balance life and work, therefore we offer flexible working including a 9-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model that help you be your best.

How to apply

Your written application should include:

• A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile. Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing this criteria; and
• A current resume or curriculum vitae.

Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application.

Further Information

Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.

To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan 2025-2030.

For specific enquiries contact Alex Lever-Shaw during business hours on 0407 753 645.

We're working hard to create an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Recruitment Team [email protected].

At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and sexual orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.