EOI - Appointment as Director - Burnie Airport Corporation

Published on 19 February 2021

Burnie City Council is seeking expressions of interest from a suitably experienced and qualified individual for appointment to the Board of the Burnie Airport Corporation.

The Burnie Airport Corporation Unit Trust was established in December 2001 with 51% of the issued shares owned by the Burnie City Council and 49% of the shares owned by a private sector partner. The Trust acquired the Burnie Airport from the Burnie Port Corporation in 2001.

The purpose of the Trust is to provide sustainable infrastructure for a regular, reliable carrier service for the greater Burnie region.  The Burnie Airport is located in the township of Wynyard.

Burnie City Council, as the majority shareholder, has the right to appoint 2 Directors to the board. This appointment is to replace a retiring Director.

The Board meets on a bi-monthly basis. An annual Director’s fee and expenses are payable.

The successful individual will have significant corporate governance and/or senior executive experience, preferably including in the transport sector. Professional qualifications will also be highly regarded.

Expressions of interest are by way of a one-page cover letter setting out your interest and an attached curriculum vitae, addressed to Mr Simon Overland, General Manager, Burnie City Council. 

Applications can be emailed to [email protected]

Expressions of interest close at close of business on 5 March 2021.

Enquiries can be directed to Mr Overland on 03 6430 5705.