Head of Airworthiness & Regulatory Compliance

Royal Flying Doctor Service Ses; Launceston; On-site; AUD 190,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Flexible working arrangements

Relocation assistance

Supportive aviation team

Job summary

RFDS South Eastern Section (RFDSSE) seeks a seasoned Head of Airworthiness to oversee continuing airworthiness across the fleet and act as Responsible Manager. You will lead a team of professionals ensuring safety, regulatory compliance and mission readiness in a nationally dispersed operation.

You will collaborate with CASA, industry partners and cross‑functional leaders to drive continuous improvement, manage budgets, and uphold high safety standards in a critical aeromedical service.

Qualifications

• Extensive airworthiness leadership experience.
• Deep knowledge of CASA regulations and airworthiness requirements.
• Proven ability to lead high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead airworthiness function, ensuring fleet safety and CASA compliance.
• Oversee continuing airworthiness systems and maintenance programs.
• Develop and mentor the airworthiness team and promote safety culture.
• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to achieve objectives.
• Manage budgets, reporting and resource planning.
• Represent RFDSSE with CASA and industry partners.

Skills

Airworthiness leadership

Regulatory compliance

Aircraft maintenance

Strategic thinking

People leadership

Budget management

Education

HAAMC/AMC/Responsible Manager

Aviation maintenance qualifications (B1/B2)

Diploma/Certificate in Aviation Maintenance Management

Tools

Maintenance tracking platforms

CASA regulatory systems

Job description

RFDS South Eastern Section (RFDSSE) seeks a seasoned Head of Airworthiness to oversee continuing airworthiness across the fleet and act as Responsible Manager. You will lead a team of professionals ensuring safety, regulatory compliance and mission readiness in a nationally dispersed operation.

You will collaborate with CASA, industry partners and cross‑functional leaders to drive continuous improvement, manage budgets, and uphold high safety standards in a critical aeromedical service.