We're experiencing very high parking demand over the school holiday period, with all airport car parks currently sold out until Saturday 4 July. If you don't have a confirmed parking booking, please consider alternative ways to travel to the airport. Plan ahead and allow extra time for your journey to ensure a smooth start to your trip.

Day Mode On
Looking for something?
Parking

Contractors - introduction

Welcome to Melbourne Airport

Below are our key requirements when ‘Working at the Airport’

  1. Before you commence any works at Melbourne Airport, ensure you meet with the person assigning you to do the work so you can familiarise yourself with the area, what access is required and any other information to assist you with working at Melbourne Airport.
  2. Review our APAM Technical Standards, Guidelines and procedures in conjunction with the relevant Australian Standards, as additional requirements may be required.
  3. If an ASIC (airport identification that allows you to work airside or in a sterile area) or visitor pass is required refer to Access Section.
  4. Some works require a Planning approval before a building approval can be processed refer to; https://www.melbourneairport.com.au/Corporate/Planning-projects/Planning-approvals.
  5. Visit the Airport Building Control, a Government body to obtain approval of works to be conducted, this step is to be completed before applying for Melbourne Airport Building Approval https://infrastructure.gov.au/aviation/airport/airport-building-control/abco/index.aspx
  6. Go to Melbourne Airport ‘Building Approvals’ after you receive the ABC determination. Ensure that all the sections within ‘Preparing your application’ are read to ensure a successful completion of your application.
  7. Read through each section which will provide valuable information to help make your visit here easier.

Report an Incident or Hazard at Melbourne Airport

Access

A contractor requiring to enter a 'Restricted or Sterile Area' must be approved for access prior to undertaking work.

Local permits

Local permits are required for certain work on Melbourne Airport grounds.

Safety

The APAC Total Safety Culture underpins everything we do incorporating people, practices and the environment. All relevant safety documentation can be found here.

LAANs

Land Access Activity Notices (LAAN) are required for certain telecommunications works.

Staff parking

View further information on how to apply for staff or contractor parking at Melbourne Airport.