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.

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About this Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Senior Base Engineer, as the B1 LAME, you will be responsible for the provision of maintenance and support to air aircraft fleet in accordance with the RFDS SA/NT maintenance related procedures and practices.

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

Specifically, you will:

Provide maintenance support via an on-call roster out of normal working hours to ensure aircraft availability to meet contract requirements.
Maintain compliant aircraft records including WinAir records.
Comply with and work within Engineering systems and processes as specified in the Maintenance Organisation Manual.
Comply with the requirements of the Systems of Maintenance and Maintenance Control Manual.
Ensure aircraft are clean and presentable at all times.
Maintain RFDS aircraft support equipment.
Perform temporary/relief maintenance at other RFDS locations as required.


About You

You are:

Able to actively develop own capabilities and technical expertise.
Passionate about supporting the development and growth of others.
Professional in conduct according to our Values and Code of Conduct.
Able to utilise strong problem-solving abilities.
Driven and able to use initiative.
Equipped with basic computer skills.

To be considered for the role you require:

CASA Licence/s for type-rated turbine aircraft appropriate to RFDS CO fleet.
A current Australian driver’s licence.
Extensive experience in the maintenance of aircraft with a commitment to service delivery.
The ability to determine priorities and achieve deadlines with a minimum of supervision.
Well-developed communication and organisational skills.


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 position, please contact our People and Culture team at peopleandculture@flyingdoctor.net. Please note, from 23/12/2024-6/01/2025 there may be delays with responding to queries.

Applications close at 11:59pm on 12 January 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.