Join Australia's most reputable charity in this rare opportunity.
Full time, permanent position located at our Adelaide Base.
Generous salary packaging options available to reduce your taxable income!
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.
Watch stories about our people, patients and the communities we serve at finestcare.com.au.
About this Opportunity Reporting directly to the Executive General Manager Aviation, as the Head of Engineering, you will be responsible for the leadership of the engineering department and will ensure the aircraft fleet are maintained in accordance with the RFDS SA/NT procedures and practices.
We believe our people – all of our people – keep the Royal Flying Doctor Service flying.
Specifically, you will:
Coordinate and manage aircraft engineering activities, at all four maintenance bases.
Provide leadership, training and guidance to the Engineering function.
Develop operational plans that align with the delivery of RFDS SA/NT strategic objectives.
About You You are:
Experienced in the leadership of an aircraft engineering team.
Able to actively develop own capabilities and technical expertise.
Passionate about supporting the development and growth of others.
To be considered for the role you require:
CASA Licence/s for type-rated turbine aircraft appropriate to RFDS SA/NT fleet.
A current Australian driver's licence.
Extensive experience in the maintenance of aircraft with a commitment to service delivery.
Well-developed leadership skills.
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 To access the position description, please click here.
For a confidential discussion in relation to the position, please contact Emma Rudd, People and Culture Coordinator, on .
Applications close at 11:59pm on 3 December 2024.
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.
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