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 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME), you will support the provision of maintenance to our aircraft fleet in accordance with the RFDS SA/NT maintenance related procedures and practices. Working in a challenging and rewarding environment, our engineering team plays a pivotal role in enabling the delivery of vital aeromedical services to rural and remote locations.

Specifically, you will:

• Provide maintenance support 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 RFDS Maintenance Organisation Manual.
• Comply with the requirements of the Systems of Maintenance and Maintenance Control Manual.
• Ensure aircraft are always clean and presentable.

About You

You are:

• Able to determine priorities and achieve deadlines with minimal supervision.
• 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:

• Experience in aircraft maintenance and Cert IV in Aero skills Mechanical or Avionics
• A current Australian driver’s licence.

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

For a confidential discussion in relation to the recruitment process, please contact Georgia Clarke, Recruitment Coordinator on 0419 386 975.

For the Position Description click here and to apply please click on the Apply button below to be redirected to our Career Centre

Applications close at 11:59pm on 15 September 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.