Helicopter Ramp Officer – Australia

Heli Preflight; Darwin; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

OSA Darwin is seeking a Ramp Officer to join the Fixed Based team in Darwin, NT. This permanent, full-time role covers ramp duties, safety checks, aircraft refuelling, baggage handling, and ground support operations.

Reporting to the Base Manager, you will reside in Darwin on a Monday to Friday roster, with requirements including Year 12, ASIC, forklift and driver's licenses, and the ability to work in a safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Year 12 or equivalent.
• Must be able to obtain and hold an ASIC card.
• Current Forklift license is required.
• Current Driver's Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to CHC Health, Safety, Environment & Quality Policy and all other company policies.
• Binning/replenishing.
• Maintain housekeeping, cleanliness and safety standards for store, office area and hangar.
• Refuelling of Aircraft, including hot refuelling.
• Preservation and storage of life jackets and headsets.
• Safe loading of passengers and freight into aircraft.
• Aircraft towing.
• Aircraft cleaning and polishing.
• Aircraft reconfigurations.
• Assist stores as required.
• Maintenance of ground support equipment, machinery and vehicles.
• Other duties as instructed by the Senior Base Engineer / Base Manager / Operations Officers.

Skills

Forklift license

Driver's license

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Prioritisation

Education

Year 12 or equivalent

ASIC card eligibility

Job description

Ramp Officer - Non Touring in Darwin, Northern Territory | Careers at OSA Darwin

Posted: Thursday, 19 March 2026

Description

Posted Date: 20 hours ago (3/19/2026 12:04 PM)
Requisition ID: 2026-7178
# of Openings: 1
Category (for Job Posting): Base Operations

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to corporate CHC Health, Safety and Environment & Quality Policy and all other company policies.
• Binning/replenishing.
• Maintaining housekeeping, cleanliness and safety standards to ensure the store Office area and Hanger is in a presentable condition.
• Refuelling of Aircraft, including hot refuelling.
• Preservation and storage of life jackets and headsets.
• Safe Loading of passengers and freight into company aircraft.
• Aircraft towing.
• Aircraft cleaning and polishing.
• Aircraft reconfigurations.
• Assist stores where required.
• Maintenance of ground support equipment, machinery and vehicles.
• Other duties as instructed by the Senior Base Engineer / Base Manager / Operations Officers.

Qualifications, Skills & Attributes

About You

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum Year 12 or equivalent.
• An ability to obtain and hold an ASIC card.
• A Current Forklift license is required.
• A Current Drivers Licence is required.

Skills/Experience:

• Dangerous goods training an advantage.
• Possess 1-2 years current or previous ramp experience.
• Ability to effectively manage conflicting priorities.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail.

Attributes/Behaviours:

• Ability to engage strong relationships at all levels.
• Team orientated with a can-do attitude.
• Strong problem solving and solution-oriented skills.
• Strong time management, planning and organisational skills.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia and meet any clearance requirements relevant to the role.

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Diversity & Inclusion

At OSA, we celebrate diversity and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all genders, the LGBTI+ community, mature-aged workers, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Recruitment Process

We may commence interviews or close applications prior to the advertised closing date if suitable candidates are identified. We therefore encourage applicants to apply as early as possible.

We reserve the right to contact only shortlisted candidates.

Role Summary

Ramp Officer - Fixed Based

Darwin, NT

Who we are

Offshore Services Australasia (OSA) is the leading supplier of helicopters services to the Australian Offshore industry. We operate multiple helicopter types from several bases throughout Australia providing support to several major oil and gas producers.

About the role

Reporting to the Base Manager in Darwin, the Ramp Officer will ensure the efficient, secure and cost-effective operation ramp related duties at the Darwin base. The role is a permanent full-time opportunity, requiring the successful candidate to reside in Darwin on a Monday to Friday Roster.