Base Manager - OSA Karratha
- Oversee and lead operations at the Karratha base.
- Ensure compliance, safety, and service excellence.
- Manage a diverse, high-performing team.
Base Manager - OSA Karratha
Karratha, WA
Who we are
Offshore Services Australasia (OSA) is the leading supplier of helicopters services to the Australian Offshore industry. We operate multiple helicopter types from several bases throughout Australia providing support to several major oil and gas producers.
About the role
We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Base Manager to oversee and lead operations at our Karratha base.
We welcome applications from candidates either residentially based in Karratha or open to Fly-In Fly-Out (FIFO)/touring arrangements from their nearest Australian capital city.
Reporting to the Contract Manager, the Base Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of all business and operational base activities in Karratha to meet OSA and client contractual requirements creating the safest possible environment.
You will ensure compliance, safety, and service excellence while leading a diverse, high‑performing team. This is a key leadership role that directly influences operational readiness, client satisfaction, and base culture.
About You
Required Qualifications:
- Diploma in Management, Leadership, Aviation, or a related discipline.
Skills/Experience:
- 3–5 years of operational or logistics management experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership role (or equivalent experience).
- Aviation industry experience preferred but not essential.
- Experience managing people and processes in a highly regulated environment.
Attributes/Behaviours:
- Strong financial and accounting skills.
- Conflict management and negotiation capability.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to prioritise in a dynamic environment.
- Customer‑focused mindset with commitment to delivering service excellence.
- Understanding of operations, logistics, and resourcing requirements.
- Ability to obtain a CASA‑approved Radio Operators Certificate (AROC).
Other Requirements:
- Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances.
- Willingness to travel interstate as required.
Eligibility
Applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia and meet any clearance requirements relevant to the role.
The successful applicant may be required to complete pre-employment checks, including criminal history and employment verification. Information collected will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Diversity & Inclusion
At OSA, we celebrate diversity and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all genders, the LGBTI+ community, mature-aged workers, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Recruitment Process
We may commence interviews or close applications prior to the advertised closing date if suitable candidates are identified. We therefore encourage applicants to apply as early as possible.
We reserve the right to contact only shortlisted candidates.
Recruitment Agencies
We are managing this vacancy directly and are not engaging the services of recruitment agencies for this role.
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