Senior Base Engineer

Enjoy the rewarding experience the RFDS offers and become our next Senior Base Engineer in Brisbane!

Classifications

• Engineering
• Maintenance
• Permanent / Full Time

Key points

• Work with the Iconic Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section)
• Permanent, Full-Time position based in Brisbane!
• Attractive Salary & access to tax free benefits up to $18,550

Description

As Senior Base Engineer, you will play a critical role in keeping RFDS Queensland’s fleet safe, compliant and operationally ready. Working at our Brisbane Base, you’ll lead maintenance planning, defect management and base engineering coordination to support a 24/7 aeromedical operation that delivers essential care across Queensland.
  
This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced LAME or senior engineering professional looking to step into, or continue in, a leadership-focused base engineering role.
  
This role is essential to RFDS QLD meeting expected on time performance with minimal impact to aircraft shift availability due to technical defects. This will help minimise direct maintenance costs and ensure safe, compliant operational performance of the RFDS Fleet in service of the people of QLD.
  
This is a Permanent, Full-time role at the Brisbane Base.
  
Key responsibilities
  
In this role, you will:

• Manage staff resourcing, planning and rostering in conjunction with the OME
• Provide direct and indirect oversight of all Maintenance staff
• Plan and conduct troubleshooting and rectification of any line defects arising daily in the course of flight operations for all aircraft at base and those transiting on tasking
• Conduct weekly scheduled aircraft line maintenance checks in a timely manner and without impact to aircraft network availability
• Support the development of LAME’s, AME’s and apprentices through mentoring and on-the-job training as required
• Availability for AOG call out after hours on a rotation system with other base engineers

Who we are looking for?
To be considered for this role it is essential you meet the criteria below:

• B1 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME)
• Demonstrated maintenance management and maintenance/supervisor experience
• Knowledge of the regulatory environment in relation to Aircraft Maintenance and Continuing Airworthiness
• Proven experience with Turboprop aircraft
• Ability to handle challenging operational situations in a calm and rational manner

Desirable skills and experience

• CASA PT66 B1 License on RFDS QLD aircraft types
• Certificate IV in Frontline Management

Why work for us?
At the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section), you’ll be driven by purpose not tasks; it's about being part of an organisation where, whatever your role, you make a difference each day to people’s lives. We offer flexibility so you can look after your well-being and commitments, getting the very best from life professionally and personally.
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) is a leader in delivering aeromedical and primary healthcare to remote, rural, and regional communities.
As the RFDS soars towards its 100th year of providing the finest care, in the furthest corner, we have several innovative initiatives on the horizon. With projects in the pipeline, it’s an exciting time to join the RFDS with many new prospects around the corner!

We value our people, and we are passionate about making a difference for people who live, work and travel in remote, rural, and regional Australia. By joining the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section), you will have access to the following:

• Work with a great team of people who are passionate about our purpose and proud of their contribution!
• Receive a Competitive base salary + Superannuation
• Access to generous not-for-profit tax-free benefits up to $18,550
• Upskilling opportunities are available, learn new skills to advance your administration career
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program including counselling, nutrition sessions, financial sessions, and legal advice
• Private health insurance discounts
• Access to our newly launched Fitness Passport (for staff and family members)!
• RemServ Rewards, where members receive cashback benefits on purchases from hundreds of leading Australian retailers, including groceries, fashion, technology and travel

Interested? 
For further information regarding this role please contact RFDS Talent Acquisition on 07 3852 7553 or recruitment@rfdsqld.com.au    

Applications close by 17th June 2026!  If you’re ready to contribute to a meaningful cause and thrive in a role that makes a real impact, apply now to join the Royal Flying Doctor Service team!

Successful candidates will be subject to a police check and may be required to undergo a medical assessment and pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. You must possess a valid, unrestricted Australian Driver's Licence and be able to obtain an ASIC Card.
  
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first inhabitants of the nation and the Traditional Custodians of the land. The RFDS is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of healthcare. We embrace diversity and welcome all people irrespective of faith, ethnicity, sexual orientation or gender identity.
  
The RFDS is committed to the protection of human and legal rights, including the rights of children, young people and adults to be safe, heard and cared for. In upholding the Universal Principle, RFDS is committed to creating an organisational environment that ensures Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their families feel welcome, safe, valued, included and respected.