Aeromedical Pilot – Primary Health Care (Roma, QLD)

Pilot Assessments; Roma; Hybrid; AUD 105,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Six weeks annual leave

Remote Area Package benefits

Novated leasing options

Job summary

Pilot Assessments is seeking a qualified pilot to join the RFDS Queensland operation based in Roma. You will operate Beechcraft King Air B200 aircraft to connect remote communities with obstetric and gynaecological services, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance and teamwork across clinical partners.

You will hold a multi-engine instrument rating with renewals and Australian ATPL/CPL with Class 1 medical, plus extensive optimal flight hours and night PIC experience.

Qualifications

• Current multi-engine instrument rating with four renewals.
• Current Australian ATPL or CPL, plus Class 1 medical.
• 2,500 hours total time; 1,000 hours multi-engine; 100 hours PIC at night; 200 hours instrument; and 50 hours on type or similar.
• Australian citizenship, permanent residency or valid working rights.
• Strong situational awareness, sound decision-making and the ability to thrive in a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Blue Card (Working with Children Check).

Responsibilities

• Operate RFDS aircraft safely and compliantly under company procedures and CASA regulations.
• Prepare aircraft for flight, including refuelling and replenishing oxygen supplies.
• Complete all operational and regulatory documentation accurately and on time.
• Maintain current operational knowledge, systems proficiency and base records.
• Champion an engaged safety culture and collaborate effectively with clinical teams.

Skills

Multi-engine instrument rating

Australian ATPL or CPL

Class 1 medical

Total flight hours 2500

Multi-engine hours 1000

Night PIC 100 hours

Instrument hours 200

Be able to obtain Blue Card

Job description

The mission

As a Primary Health Care Pilot, you'll fly RFDS aircraft to connect remote Queensland communities with essential clinicians, with a dedicated focus on transporting obstetric and gynaecological services. You'll ensure safe, efficient operations in accordance with company procedures and aviation regulations while contributing to a strong safety and teamwork culture.

• Operate RFDS aircraft safely and compliantly under company procedures and CASA regulations.
• Prepare aircraft for flight, including refuelling and replenishing oxygen supplies.
• Complete all operational and regulatory documentation accurately and on time.
• Maintain current operational knowledge, systems proficiency and base records.
• Champion an engaged safety culture and collaborate effectively with clinical teams.

What you'll bring

• Current multi-engine instrument rating with four renewals.
• Current Australian ATPL or CPL, plus Class 1 medical.
• 2,500 hours total time; 1,000 hours multi-engine; 100 hours PIC at night; 200 hours instrument; and 50 hours on type or similar.
• Australian citizenship, permanent residency or valid working rights.
• Strong situational awareness, sound decision-making and the ability to thrive in a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Blue Card (Working with Children Check).

Pre-employment checks include:

• Current unrestricted Queensland driver's licence.
• Evidence of required vaccinations or immunity.
• Eligibility for an ASIC.
• Drug and alcohol testing.
• Blue Card application/verification.
• Pre-offer simulator assessment in Bundaberg or on the Sunshine Coast.

Your operating environment

• Base: Roma, supporting regional and outback Queensland communities.
• Primary Health Care outreach transporting obstetric and gynaecological specialists and clinical teams.
• Aircraft: Beechcraft King Air B200 within RFDS Queensland's fleet (B200, B350CHW, B360).
• Work pattern: 14 shifts per month.

What's on offer

• Starting salary of $116,289.39 plus superannuation.
• Salary packaging benefits up to $18,500.
• Six weeks annual leave.
• Relocation assistance up to $7,000 and temporary accommodation support while relocating.
• Orientation allowance from $300 per week.
• Remote Area Package including rent/mortgage assistance of $320/week plus, after 12 months of service, a gratuity of $3,923.36 (increasing annually) and a $4,688 Remote Area Payment.
• Retention bonus after two years of service.
• Employee Assistance Program for staff and families.
• Novated leasing options, private health insurance discounts, Fitness Passport membership and RemServ Rewards cashback benefits.

Only applicants with the right to work in Australia can be considered.