Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (B1)

Royal Flying Doctor Service; Sale; On-site; AUD 96,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation allowance

Rent/mortgage assistance

Remote area allowances

Job summary

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) is seeking a permanent, full-time B1 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Line) to join the Mount Isa team. You will perform scheduled line maintenance and AOG defect rectification on Beechcraft King Air B200/B300, supporting life-saving healthcare across rural Queensland.

Based in Mount Isa, enjoy a lifestyle-friendly roster, on-call participation when required, and ongoing support from RFDS network.

Qualifications

• B1 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer qualification required.
• Experience maintaining turboprop aircraft relevant to RFDS fleet.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Sound knowledge of aircraft maintenance regulations and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled line maintenance in line with operational requirements.
• Troubleshoot and rectify defects arising during daily operations.
• Participate in the local on-call roster when required.
• Provide ground support to crews and aircraft.
• Support third-party maintenance requirements as required.
• Maintain safe storage and management of parts, tools, and materials.
• Inspect and rectify Ground Support Equipment (GSE).

Skills

B1 license

Turboprop maintenance

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

B1 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Job description

Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (B1)

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) delivers essential aeromedical and primary healthcare services to rural and remote communities across Queensland.

Our Engineering team provides 24/7 maintenance and defect rectification support to keep our fleet safe, compliant, and ready to take to the skies.
We're currently seeking a permanent, full-time B1 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME) - Line to join our Mount Isa team. Enjoy a lifestyle-friendly roster with minimal call-outs and after-hours work, a structured handover with an experienced RFDS Engineer and ongoing support from our wider Engineering network and Maintenance Watch team. Based in Mount Isa, you'll support our Beechcraft King Air B200 and B300 fleet.

The Role

As a Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (B1) - Line, you'll carry out scheduled maintenance and Aircraft on Ground (AOG) defect rectification. Your expertise will be critical to maximising fleet availability, maintaining on-time performance, and supporting the delivery of life-saving healthcare across rural and remote Queensland.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled line maintenance in line with operational requirements.
• Troubleshoot and rectify defects arising during daily operations.
• Participate in the local on-call roster- when required.
• Provide ground support to crews and aircraft.
• Support third-party maintenance requirements as required.
• Maintain safe storage and management of parts, tools, and materials.
• Inspect and rectify Ground Support Equipment (GSE).

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) (Queensland Section) delivers essential aeromedical and primary healthcare services to rural and remote communities across Queensland.

Our Engineering team provides 24/7 maintenance and defect rectification support to keep our fleet safe, compliant, and ready to take to the skies.
We're currently seeking a permanent, full-time B1 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME) - Line to join our Mount Isa team. Enjoy a lifestyle-friendly roster with minimal call-outs and after-hours work, a structured handover with an experienced RFDS Engineer and ongoing support from our wider Engineering network and Maintenance Watch team. Based in Mount Isa, you'll support our Beechcraft King Air B200 and B300 fleet.

Why Mount Isa? More Than a Career Move!

This is a unique opportunity to step into an engineering role while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of North West Queensland.

As the region's major service hub, Mount Isa offers excellent schools, healthcare, shopping, dining, sporting facilities, and a strong community spirit, all without the traffic and cost of the big cities. You'll enjoy warm winters, sunshine, and easy access to camping, fishing, boating, and some of Australia's most spectacular outback landscapes.

Mount Isa is known for its welcoming community, genuine work-life balance, and iconic local events, making it an ideal place to build both your career and lifestyle.

Work from One of Australia's Newest Aeromedical Facilities

Based at the new Mount Isa Aeromedical Hub, you'll work in a purpose-built, state-of-the-art facility featuring modern engineering and maintenance infrastructure. Co-located with LifeFlight, this collaborative environment supports a high-performing fleet delivering critical healthcare to some of Australia's most remote communities.

Additional Benefits with RFDS

To help you make the move, RFDS offers:

• Relocation allowance
• Temporary accommodation on arrival
• Remote area housing assistance of $465 per week towards rent or mortgage costs
• Ongoing remote area allowances and incentives

Who Are We Looking For?

Our Engineers are critical to the RFDS mission, ensuring our aircraft remain safe, compliant, and ready to serve Queensland communities when they need us most. To be successful, you will have:

• B1 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer qualification.
• Experience maintaining turboprop aircraft, relevant to RFDS fleet types.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Sound knowledge of aircraft maintenance regulations and compliance requirements.

Why Work for Us?

At RFDS Queensland, you'll be part of an organisation where your work has genuine purpose and impact. We offer:

• Up to $160,000 base salary + superannuation
• $465 per week rent/mortgage assistance (approximately $24,000 per year)
• After 12 months of service annual Gratuity Payment (starting at $4,000, increasing with service)
• After 12 months of service annual Remote Area Payment (approximately $4,600)
• Up to $18,550 tax-free salary packaging
• $7,000 relocation allowance
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities to support your career growth.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program, including counselling, nutrition support, financial wellbeing sessions, and legal advice.
• Private health insurance discounts.
• Access to our Fitness Passport program for employees and eligible family members.
• RemServ Rewards, offering cashback and discounts across hundreds of leading Australian retailers, including groceries, fashion, technology, and travel.

Interested?

For further information about this opportunity, please contact RFDS Talent Acquisition on 07 3852 7*** or ***********@rfdsqld.com.au.

Applications close 18th of September 2026.

Successful candidates will be subject to a police check and may be required to undertake a medical assessment, as well as pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. You must hold a valid, unrestricted Australian Driver's Licence and be able to obtain an ASIC Card.

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Peoples of Australia and the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and serve. RFDS is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of healthcare and embraces diversity. We welcome people of all backgrounds, regardless of faith, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

RFDS is committed to protecting and promoting the human and legal rights of all people, including children, young people, and adults. In upholding the Universal Principle, RFDS is dedicated to creating an organisational environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their families feel welcome, safe, valued, included, and respected.