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 Head of Aircraft Airworthiness and Maintenance Control, the Technical Records Officer is responsible for the provision of high-level administrative support to the HAAMC to facilitate management of aircraft airworthiness and Maintenance Control for the RFDS SA/NT aircraft fleet across the maintenance bases.

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

Specifically, you will:

• Support management of aircraft airworthiness.

• Maintain aircraft technical records, including logbook management and updates.

• Preparation and auditing of maintenance documentation (including Work Packages), to ensure planned maintenance requirements are met. 

• Assist as required with maintenance planning and document control.

Please refer to attached Position Description for full accountabilities of role.

About You

You have:

• A working knowledge of aircraft maintenance requirements.

• A good understanding of relevant CASA regulatory requirements.

• Accuracy and attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently while contributing to team goals.

• High levels of initiative and drive.

• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Time management skills, and ability to meet short deadlines

• Knowledge of WinAir maintenance control software (desirable).

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:

• 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.

• Attractive remuneration

• Employee Assistance Program

•    Reward and Recognition Program

•    Employee Value Awards

•    Learning Management System

•    Comprehensive orientation program for new starters

•    Free onsite parking

Further Information

To access the position description, please click here.

For a confidential discussion in relation to the position, please contact Brooke Balogh, Deputy Head of Aircraft Airworthiness and Maintenance Control via 0487 625 380.

For a confidential discussion in relation to the recruitment process, please contact Georgia Clarke, People and Culture Coordinator via 0419 386 975.

Applications close at 11:59pm on 24 April 2026.

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.