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

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About this Opportunity
Reporting directly to the Principal Advisor Aviation Safety, Quality and Compliance (PAASQC), as the Aviation Safety and Quality Advisor, you will be motivated to assist the PAASQC in providing RFDS SA/NT responsible managers independent advice on the effectiveness of the aviation component of the overall RFDS SMS. Inherent to this role is the provision of guidance and advice in relation to all aspects of aviation safety, quality and risk, as they relate to aviation regulatory requirements, ensuring independence and compliance.

We believe our people – all of our people – keep the Royal Flying Doctor Service flying.

Specifically, you will:
• Provide advice on aviation safety as it relates to overall safety, quality and risk (SQR) and participate as part of a team accountable for SQR.
• Provide advice in line with current regulation and/or best practice.
• Contribute to the management of the risk register, incident reports, audits, change management activities and findings/actions in the integrated risk management software.
• Carry out internal and supplier audits, ensuring compliance and identifying areas for improvement.
• Perform aviation investigations and associated root cause analysis activities to identify corrective and preventative actions.
• Work closely with PAASQC in supporting Emergency Response and Business Continuity activities.
• Liaise with CASA and the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) on aviation safety and quality related issues to ensure understanding and application.Actively promote and champion a positive safety culture.
• Participate, as required, in the Aviation Management Committee and the Board Aviation Safety Committee meetings.
• Ability to act as the alternate Part 135 Safety and Quality Manager.

About You
You are:
• Experienced in aviation safety/quality.
• Qualified in safety investigation with demonstrated experience conducting safety investigations, including an understanding of human factors and non-technical skills.
• Experienced in conducting system audits with a lead auditor qualification.
• Skilled in communication, negotiation and interpersonal relations.
• Able to analyse and apply problem-solving.
• Well-developed in your computer skills and the use of Microsoft Office applications.

To be considered for the role you require:
• 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
• Reward and Recognition Program
• Employee Value Awards
• Learning Management System
• 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 position, please contact Georgina Mommers, PAASQC via 0448 529 371.

For a confidential discussion in relation to the recruitment process, please contact Emma Rudd, P&C Coordinator via 0439 358 595.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday 17 November 2024.

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.