About the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Australia / Northern Territory (RFDS SA/NT) 

 

We are trusted leaders in providing aeromedical and primary health care services to people in remote, rural and regional locations across South Australia and the Northern Territory. Our five-year Strategic Plan is focused on growing as an innovative, responsive and better-connected health service provider for all Australians. The RFDS SA/NT provide aeromedical and primary health care services to people in remote, rural and regional locations across SA & NT.  We have a fleet of Pilatus PC12, PC24 and Cessna C208 aircraft.   

 

Watch stories about our people, patients and the communities we serve at finestcare.com.au 

 

About this Opportunity  

The Royal Flying Doctors Service SA/NT is currently looking for a candidate based in Alice Springs with a strong interest in aviation to join our team. Reporting directly to the Senior Base Engineer and alongside a large workforce of LAME’s, as the Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, you will learn how to carry out the servicing and maintenance work on our aircraft fleet while studying toward a Certificate IV in Aeroskills.

Under the supervision and direction of the LAME, you will learn to:

Interpret and use aviation maintenance and RFDS maintenance manuals. 


Perform basic hand skills. 


Remove and install aircraft parts. 


Work towards testing and troubleshooting aircraft avionics systems and components. 


Learn to inspect, repair and maintain aircraft. 


Ensure aircraft are clean and free from hazards. 


 

To be considered for the role you require: 

Willingness to undertake formal training and attend the nominated Registered Training Organisation (RTO) as required.  


Eligibility to hold an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC). 


 

Our Benefits  

As part of our team, you can expect to be provided with challenging, interesting work and be supported to achieve your best.  The RFDS offers a supportive environment where our people are valued, and professional development is encouraged. In addition, we also offer: 

Free onsite parking. 


Employee Assistance Program 


Comprehensive orientation program for new starters


Generous annual salary packaging options to reduce your taxable income including: 

packaging up to $15, 899 of your salary towards loans, rent and bills 


packaging of an additional $2,650 of your salary via a meal and entertainment card. 



 

Further Information To access the position description, please click here. 

  

For a confidential discussion in relation to the recruitment process, please contact Emma Rudd on 0439 358 595. 

 

Please attach a short cover letter outlining your interest in undertaking this apprenticeship.

 

Applications close at 11:59pm on 9 April 2025. 

 

Please note that we are unable to accept late applications, or applications submitted via email.  The RFDS has mandatory vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more. 

 Please note, we reserve the right to appoint to the position before the published closing date. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit an application as early as possible! 

 

The Royal Flying Doctor Service is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a positive culture and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants are encouraged to apply.