About The Royal Flying Doctor Service:

The Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia (RFDS) is one of the largest and most comprehensive aeromedical organisations in the world. Using the latest in aviation, medical and communications technology, we deliver vital 24-hour emergency and primary health care services to those who live, work and travel in rural and remote communities.

About this Opportunity:

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, working in an exciting role where no two days are the same?

The Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section (RFDSSE) has a unique opportunity to make impactful change as we seek to appoint a full time, Principal Advisor Safety & Management Systems, based in Sydney, NSW.

As our Principal Advisor Safety & Management Systems, you will play a vital role in delivering a fit-for-purpose integrated Safety Management System (SMS) that is tailored to the RFDSSE needs. You will also provide subject matter expertise across aviation safety; health safety and environment HSE); and risk management.

Reporting directly to the Head of Risk and Assurance, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Developing and improving the RFDSSE SMS, HSE system and Quality Management System (QMS) with the goal of:
•     Ensuring the systems are practical and fit-for purpose
•     Integrating the SMS, HSE & QMS systems or developing common processes and procedures to reduce complexity
• Providing subject matter expertise across the RFDSSE on aviation safety; HSE; and risk management
• Develop and deliver safety relation training and promotion initiatives

About You:

As our Principal Advisor Safety & Management Systems you will demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills having the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders, be reliable and responsive with a can-do attitude, present with energy and strong motivation, demonstrate initiative and strong decision-making capabilities with an ability to work unsupervised, and work to always uphold our values through acting ethically and professionally.

You will additionally present with the pre-requisites of:

•  Demonstrated experience and proven leadership in aviation safety systems
•  Proven success in aligning safety frameworks with operational needs in complex aviation environments
•  Demonstrated strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities

Desirable pre-requisites include:

•  Formal; qualification in aviation safety management systems
•  Demonstrated experience in integrating aviation safety; HSE; and quality systems
•  Demonstrated experience in HSE including knowledge of legislation and better practices

Employee Benefits:

As part of our valued team at the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section, you can expect to be provided with a challenging and interesting working environment, whilst always being supported to achieve your best.

In addition, we also offer:

• An attractive remuneration package including salary of up to $140,000
• Generous annual salary packaging options to reduce your taxable income (potentially increasing your take home pay by 10%)
• Hybrid working to be considered in line with our Hybrid Working Policy
• Fitness Passport
• A rewarding opportunity to become a part of an iconic organisation

Interested in joining us?

Apply online today at our website www.flyingdoctor.org.au/careers with a copy of your CV and Cover Letter.

Further Information:

For more information about the Principal Advisor Safety & Management Systems position please contact: Head of Risk and Assurance, William Kerr at William.Kerr@rfdsse.org.au.

Our Values of Reliability, Care, Trust and Safety shape the way we work as individuals, as team members and with the communities we serve.

The RFDS (South Eastern Section) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

The RFDSSE aim to fill vacancies as quickly as possible.  This means that we will close advert as soon as we have found the right candidate and this may be before the published closing date. We would therefore advise interested applicants to submit an application as early as possible.