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 extensive health care and 24-hour emergency service to those who live in and travel through remote, rural and regional Australia.

We are offering you an exciting opportunity to join the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section (RFDSSE) as the Head of Risk and Assurance.

The Role

Based in Sydney, Dubbo or Broken Hill (your choice) this is an exciting opportunity to join our Senior Management team as our Head of Risk and Assurance.

You will lead a team of highly motivated team of safety professionals working across our organisation on safety management system activities, ensuring operations align with regulatory and company standards.

This role requires outstanding leadership and cross functional teamwork capability, and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of safety and compliance.

• Lead the ongoing development of the Safety Management System (SMS) across the organisation, fostering a strong safety culture.
• Ensure compliance with the RFDSSE Air Operators Certificate (AOC) requirements, WHS regulatory requirements, and ISO 9001 standards, while managing the Corporate Emergency Response Plan and safety training programs.
• Oversee safety and security reporting, including analysis of incidents and hazards ensuring corrective and preventative actions are effectively implemented.
• Maintain open communication across the RFDSSE Teams and regulatory bodies on safety performance and compliance matters.
• Monitor the Safety and Quality Management Systems’ objectives and ensure performance aligns with organisational goals, reporting performance updates to the Board of Directors, CEO and Executive Team.
• Manage safety performance of personnel, contractors, and third-party suppliers, ensuring adherence to safety policies, training requirements and operational procedures.

What’s in it for me?

• A competitive salary.
• Salary Packaging, including vehicle novated leasing, entertainment and utilities.
• Fitness Passport
• Flexible working arrangements
• Relocation assistance

Who are we looking for?

We’re seeking an accomplished aviation professional with the qualifications, skills, and experience to lead safety initiatives and drive operational excellence.

You will bring a proactive mindset, great leadership capabilities, and a deep understanding of CASA regulations to this critical role.

• Proven experience: Aviation industry background with a strong focus on safety management - CASA acceptable credentials
• Regulatory knowledge: In-depth understanding of CASA regulations.
• Leadership & collaboration: Demonstrate strong leadership, interpersonal, and staff management skills to inspire and guide our teams.
• Analytical problem solver: Excels in analytical reasoning, conflict resolution, and decision-making with attention to detail and urgency.
• Effective communicator: Possesses great written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to manage confidential matters professionally.

Does this sound like you?

If this role excites you and you have the skills, we'd love to hear from you. For more information: Please call Mark Davey on 0477 058 998 or email Mark.Davey@rfdsse.org.au.

Our Values:

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.