Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia; Australia; Remote; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Meal & Entertainment card

Free parking

Employee Assistance Program

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia in Alice Springs seeks a Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME) to maintain and service the Pilatus PC12/PC24 fleet, ensuring CASA compliance and adherence to RFDS procedures.

The role reports to the Senior Base Engineer and requires B1/B2 licensing with PC12 rating as highly desirable. You will prioritize tasks with minimal supervision while contributing to a vital aeromedical mission across remote communities.

Qualifications

• B1/B2 licensing required.
• PC12 rating experience desirable.
• Able to prioritise deadlines with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and service Pilatus PC12 and PC24 aircraft.
• Ensure CASA compliance and RFDS procedures, manuals and guidelines.
• Collaborate with Aircraft Airworthiness and Maintenance team.
• Report to Senior Base Engineer and prioritise tasks to keep fleet safe.

Skills

B1/B2 Licensing

PC-12 rating

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer license

Job description

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Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME)

• Permanent full-time role at our Alice Springs Base
• Competitive salary with full salary packaging options

About the Royal Flying Doctor Service 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. Our five-year Strategic Plan is focused on growing as an innovative, responsive, and better-connected health service provider for all Australians.
Watch stories about our people, patients and the communities we serve at finestcare.com.au

About this role

Our engineering team plays a pivotal role in enabling the delivery of vital aeromedical services to rural and remote locations. Reporting to the Senior Base Engineer, the LAME is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient maintenance and servicing of the fleet of Pilatus PC12 and PC24 aircraft. The LAME must maintain compliance with CASA regulations and RFDS operating procedures, manuals and guidelines, and is guided by our Aircraft Airworthiness and Maintenance team.

About You

You are a proven performer in a similar role, B1 or B2 Licensing is required, and experience with PC12 rating is highly desirable.

You also are:

• Able to determine priorities and achieve deadlines with minimal supervision.
• An exceptional communicator.
• Able to utilise strong problem-solving abilities.
• Driven and able to use initiative.
• Equipped with basic computer skills.

Why Join Us

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and vital operation, utilising your technical expertise to help us make a difference to the communities we serve.

At the RFDS SA/NT, you can expect to be provided with challenging, interesting, purpose-led work. The RFDS SA/NT offers a supportive environment where our people are valued, and professional development is encouraged.
We also offer:

• Attractive reward and recognition program
• Training and development opportunities
• Free parking
• Employee Assistance Program
• 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 & Entertainment card.

Applications close at 11.59pm on 22nd September 2026

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.

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.