Flight Training Manager

LifeFlight Australia; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Job summary

LifeFlight Australia is seeking a Flight Training Manager to lead the planning and delivery of Part 142 training and checking programs at the Brisbane LifeFlight Training Academy. You will coordinate instructors, examiners, aircraft and simulators while ensuring compliance with CASA, contracts and internal standards.

You will drive continuous improvement, manage partnerships with external providers and support audits, with a focus on safety, efficiency and operational readiness across

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating complex aviation training programs, schedules and resources.
• Strong organisational and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of CASA Part 142 regulations and aviation training compliance.
• Experience using Air Maestro or similar training management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of Part 142 training and checking programs, coordinating schedules, instructors, examiners, aircraft and simulator resources.
• Maintain training compliance by monitoring currency and qualifications within system records.
• Coordinate training partnerships with external providers and internal leaders and examiners.
• Drive continuous improvement by analysing training outcomes and supporting audits.
• Support operational growth by planning training for new contracts and contributing to manuals and SOPs.
• Provide reporting on training planning, regulatory requirements and readiness for CASA audits.

Skills

Training coordination

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Regulatory compliance

CASA Part 142 familiarity

Air Maestro experience

Tools

Air Maestro

Job description

About LifeFlight
LifeFlight Australia is a leading aeromedical organisation dedicated to saving lives through rapid response medical services. Operating a fleet of helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft, LifeFlight delivers critical care and emergency retrievals across Queensland and beyond. In addition to its lifesaving missions, LifeFlight runs a world-class training academy, equipping aviation and medical professionals with the skills needed for high-pressure environments. Our mission is to provide the highest standard of care and make a real difference in the communities we serve.
About the Role

LifeFlight is seeking a Flight Training Manager to join the LifeFlight Training Academy, currently based in the Brisbane Airport precinct.
This is a central role responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing contracted aviation training and checking delivered under LifeFlight's Part 142 organisation. You'll ensure training is delivered safely, efficiently and in compliance with regulatory, operational and contractual requirements.
Working closely with Flight Operations, Rostering, Engineering & Maintenance, instructors, examiners, simulator providers and external training organisations, you'll provide the strategic oversight and coordination that enables our training teams to focus on delivering exceptional training outcomes.
In this role, you will:

• Lead the planning and delivery of Part 142 training and checking programs, coordinating schedules, instructors, examiners, aircraft and simulator resources while proactively managing competing operational priorities.
• Maintain training compliance by monitoring currency, qualifications and completion records within Air Maestro and other systems, ensuring all activities meet CASA, contractual and organisational requirements.
• Coordinate training partnerships by managing simulator bookings, liaising with external providers and building strong relationships with operational leaders, instructors and examiners.
• Drive continuous improvement by analysing training outcomes, identifying trends and risks, supporting audits and enhancing training systems, documentation and resource utilisation.
• Support operational growth by planning training requirements for new contracts and contributing to manuals, SOPs, safety initiatives and operational projects.
• Provide trusted advice and reporting on training planning, regulatory requirements, compliance and organisational readiness, including support for CASA audits and inspections.

This is a permanent, full-time opportunity to join a highly skilled team and play a key role in supporting LifeFlight's operational capability and future growth. This role is currently based at the LifeFlight Training Academy in Brisbane, with a planned transition to our new purpose-built LifeFlight Training Academy on the Gold Coast in 2028.
About You

You're an organised and collaborative aviation training professional who enjoys bringing people, resources and planning together to deliver successful training outcomes.
You thrive in a fast-paced operational environment, communicate confidently with a wide range of stakeholders and have the attention to detail needed to ensure training remains compliant, efficient and operationally ready.
You’ll bring:

• Experience coordinating complex aviation training programs, schedules and resources.
• Strong organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience developing, implementing or overseeing training systems, reporting or learning programs.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build effective relationships across operational, training and compliance teams.

Highly regarded:

• Experience managing aviation training within a regulated environment, particularly CASA Part 142 or Part 141 organisations.
• Strong knowledge of CASA regulations, aviation training compliance and operational standards.
• Experience using Air Maestro or similar training management systems.
• Experience coordinating simulator operations or working with external training providers.
• Experience supporting aviation contract mobilisation, Flight Examiners, Instructors and training partners.
• A background in quality assurance, continuous improvement or audit activities.

If you're looking for an opportunity to influence the future of aviation training while supporting LifeFlight's critical operations, we’d love to hear from you.
Why LifeFlight?
Meaningful Impact:Working with LifeFlight Australia provides an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on people's lives. The organisation is dedicated to saving lives, delivering critical care services, and responding to emergencies. Employees can take pride in contributing to a mission-driven organisation focused on making a positive difference in the community.
Collaboration & Support: At LifeFlight, we are committed to fostering a culture of camaraderie and teamwork. Our aeromedical operations thrive on the close collaboration between medical professionals, pilots, and support staff, all working together in high-pressure environments. We value a supportive and inclusive workplace where individuals can rely on one another, creating a strong sense of purpose and unity. By harnessing the power of teamwork and pooling our strengths, we believe we can overcome any challenge, achieve our goals, and find fulfillment in the critical work we do.
Salary Packaging Options:As an employee of LifeFlight, you have the opportunity to benefit from salary packaging, allowing you to allocate up to $15,900 per Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) year towards general living expenses. This includes covering various everyday costs like groceries, petrol, mortgage, rent, and school fees, providing you with added financial flexibility and support.
At LifeFlight, we’re committed to serving all communities across Queensland and beyond. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, to apply. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diversity brings to our team and the communities we support. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a growing organisation that is dedicated to saving lives and serving the community. If you believe you have the necessary skills and experiences we would love to hear from you today.
Note: the successful applicant will be required to undergo background checks including a national police check as a condition of employment. This position is only open to Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents, or those with unrestricted work rights in Australia. Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered.
Applications will be reviewed as submitted and we will be conducting interviews throughout