Careers at Longreach Airport
Longreach Airport is more than just a gateway to Outback Queensland. It’s a lifeline for the community, connecting people and businesses across the region and beyond.
Why work at Longreach Airport?
Join a team that:
- Connects and supports the communities we serve
- Drives innovation and sets new industry standards
- Invests in people and empowers growth
- Champions sustainability in everything we do
- Values flexibility, enabling balance and adaptability in how we work
Join Our Team
When you join us, you become an important part of a vibrant community dedicated to enhancing travel experiences for millions of passengers. Queensland Airports Limited proudly owns and operates Longreach, Gold Coast, Mount Isa, and Townsville Airports – offering you the chance to be part of something bigger.
Our commitment to a positive and inclusive workplace has been recognised with Great Place to Work – Certified™ status for the fourth time, as well as accreditation as an Endorsed Employer for Women by WORK180. In 2025, QAL was also honoured as one of Australia’s Best Workplaces for Women and listed among the Sun-Herald’s Top 101 Employers.
Whether you're beginning your career journey or seeking your next exciting challenge, Longreach Airport could be the perfect next step. Join us in shaping Queensland’s future, contributing to vibrant communities and unforgettable travel experiences.
Hear From Our People
Shelley Carr – Aviation Regulatory Compliance Officer
Shelley has been a member of the Airport Management team for 12 years; she shares her experience working with Queensland Airports:
“At QAL, I work with a small versatile team at Longreach Airport. We make a difference by ensuring we have safe and operational facilities for our stakeholders, and customers. These facilities are vital for transport connectivity for our regional community from a leisure, business, and medical perspective.”
Recognition
Great Place to Work
Queensland Airports Limited has been formally recognised as a Great Place to Work (GPTW) four times - with outstanding results confirming our positive culture and progressive leadership approach. Read more.
Best Workplaces for Women
Queensland Airports Limited has been named one of Australia’s ‘Best Workplaces for Women’ by Great Place to Work (GPTW), recognising our commitment to an inclusive and supportive workplace.
WORK180
Queensland Airports Limited is proud to be officially endorsed by WORK180 as an employer for all women two years running.
