Careers

Driving excellence across Rarotonga and Aitutaki Airports

The Airport Authority Cook Islands is made up of three divisions, they ensure the organisation is able to achieve the aim mentioned above. The three divisions are Corporate Services, Operations Services and Support Services. Each division consists of departments and personnel who work together to continue the legacy of managing the airports on the islands of Aitutaki and Rarotonga and achieving the goals.

The organisation employs 117 personnel and the depth of its workforce range from operational and technical to commercial and administrative.

The Corporate Services are essential to supporting the organisation with financial management, administrative services, personnel recruitment, managing shared technology resources and pursuing economic development opportunities to achieve the organisation’s goals above. The division consists of four departments, they are Commercial Business, Finance, Human Resources and Information Technology.

The Support Services is a newly formed division that ensures the maintenance of all airport infrastructure excluding electrical systems, following best practices and are proactively, predicatively and effectively maintained. It also ensures that the cleaning of the terminal building is kept at the highest standards and that gardens, hedges and airport surroundings are kept clean and tidy at all times. The division consist of two departments, they are Maintenance and Cleaning Landscaping.

Current Vacancies

Trainee Airport Security Officer

Trainee Airport Security Officers. Full-time and part-time positions are available now!

Minimum Educational Requirements:

  • NCEA Level 1 passes in English and Mathematics.

If you’re eager to start a rewarding career in airport security, we’d love to hear from you!

How to Apply

Job Descriptions and Application Forms are available:

Applications must include:

  • Completed Application Form

  • Cover Letter

  • Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  • Police Criminal Report

Completed applications should be addressed to Human Resources and marked “Trainee Airport Security Officer”, and either:

Part-time Carpark Assistant

The Carpark Assistant ensures the safe and efficient operation of the airport carpark while delivering excellent customer service. This role requires flexibility, reliability, and a friendly approach to assisting the public in a fast-paced airport environment.

Minimum Requirements

  • Strong customer service skills

  • Dependable, punctual, and flexible availability

  • Ability to work effectively under minimal supervision

  • Comfortable working varying hours aligned with flight schedules

How to Apply

Job Descriptions and Application Forms are available:

Applications must include:

  • Completed Application Form

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  • Letter of Interest

  • Police Criminal Check letter

Submit applications via:

  • Email: hr@airportauthority.gov.ck

  • Hard copy: Marked “Carpark Assistant / Carpark Security” and addressed to:
    Human Resources
    PO Box 90
    Airport Authority Cook Islands