About you Commercial Pilot Licence or Airline Transport Pilot Licence An aircraft type rating or class rating and aircraft design feature endorsement applicable (or the ability to obtain these) A current instrument rating with IAP2D and IAP3D endorsements A current instructor rating with CLRSEA, DF, IR training endorsements (or the ability to obtain them) A current flight examiner rating with IR testing endorsements (or the ability to obtain it) 3000 hours pilot in command total time, with 500 hours on type A minimum of 500 hours night flight time and a minimum of 100 hours instrument flight time Strong interpersonal skills and proficiency in Human Factors and Non-Technical Skills Conscientious, hardworking and flexible with a results-focused mindset A strong sense of adventure, and ability to travel to our regional bases for a minimum of two weeks at a time Ability to build relationships and effectively communicate with others Adopt change management activities to achieve successful outcomes Demonstrated above average aircraft handling and operational skills recorded via flight training, checking or assessment records A high understanding of relevant legislation, record keeping and documentation; for both CASA and the organisation Ability to successfully pass CASA assessment process and hold an approval to conduct training and checking in accordance with relevant regulation / legislation Ability to work weekends, nights and public holidays to suit training requirements About the role Operational duties associated with the preparation for and conduct of a flight, including normal refueling, completion of statutory and RFDS documentation associated with a flight, assisting in the loading and unloading of patients and handling of luggage and/or cargo Flight planning and administration including preparation and maintenance of standard flight plans and data input, and preparation and maintenance of an airfield register where necessary Replenishing aircraft with supplemental and medical oxygen Participation in activities relating to occupational health and safety and Safety and Quality Management System Performing post-flight duties IAW operations manual Hangaring aircraft where required for aircraft security and environmental factors Benefits Permanent, full-time roles Salary packaging up to $15,900 per annum for everyday expenses and up to $2,650 per annum on meals and entertainment expenses Novated Lease options Workplace culture of teamwork and collaboration About Us The mission of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Western Operations) is to provide excellence in aeromedical and primary health care across Western Australia. Every member of the RFDS WO team contributes to that mission and living our values of showing respect, demonstrating fairness, utilising diversity and being safe. Every year, the RFDS WO provides urgent retrieval for about 10,000 patients in regional WA. A further 10,000 appointments are provided in primary healthcare clinics in remote communities, including GP, nurse, dental and mental health care. RFDS crews are committed to providing the finest care to the furthest corners of the State, using the highest standards of clinical care, aviation safety and technology to make a difference to people living and working across WA – the largest and most remote health jurisdiction in the world.
The RFDS in WA operates five bases in Perth, Broome, Port Hedland, Kalgoorlie and Meekatharra. Our 24/7 operations centre at Jandakot Airport coordinates complex logistics for patient retrievals and clinics across the State. We work in partnership with government, business and the community, and are proud to work on Country with Aboriginal medical services and many local service providers.
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RFDSWO is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities to apply. Please note applicants require the right to work in Australia.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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