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Airside Officer

Overview

Airside officers identify and resolve dangers on runways and taxiways to ensure safe aircraft operations.

Description

  • Allocate baggage belts efficiently for smooth handling and luggage transfer.
  • Assign parking stands for aircraft for safety and productivity.
  • Conduct thorough security checks to uphold strict safety standards within airside operations.
  • Perform regular inspections of airside facilities, ensuring everything is working well.
  • Identify potential hazards quickly and manage airside emergencies.

Entry requirements

  • You'll need at least a Degree or Diploma in any discipline, with an interest in aviation being preferable.
  • Previous aviation experience is advantageous, along with strong understanding of airport safety protocols and proficiency in airside computer systems.

Salary

$2,500 – 4,500

/mo

Salary ranges are estimated based on public information found on Singaporean job portals, including MyCareersFuture, MySkillsFuture. Updated as of 2026.

Trivia

Airside officers may sometimes have to chase birds and wildlife off runways using special vehicles and trained dogs, as a single bird strike can cause millions in damage or endanger lives.

What to expect

You will regularly use software to assign aircraft placement like Long-Range Radar and Display System or Gate Management System while following safety procedures.

Soft
skills

Interpersonal Skills

Able to interact well and build relationships with team members across different airport departments.

Communication

Able to share information quickly and clearly across teams during operations.

Problem-Solving

Ability to identify and resolve issues quickly, ensuring operations continue safely.

Airfield Driving Permit

Certified in airfield driving, ensuring safety and protocol adherence during runway operations.

Driving Certification

Possess a Class 3 driving license for driving cars and small vans for various airside tasks and emergency response.

Stakeholder Management

Able to coordinate well with airport stakeholders for smooth operations.

Hard
skills

Frequently asked questions

They need to be physically fit for 24/7 rotating shifts, handle emergencies efficiently, and have good eyesight and hearing to spot potential runway hazards.

Yes, they're required to have both licences as they operate vehicles airside to identify and clear runway hazards and respond quickly to emergencies.

Very often, as they must look out for possible hazards and clear them immediately while helping find parking spots for aircraft.

Debris or wildlife on runways, chemical spillage, fires, and various other safety hazards that could affect aircraft operations.

They need to be transparent with stakeholders and provide all needed information to assist them during operations or incidents.