17 Aug
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Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia
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Mount Isa
17 Aug
Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia
Mount Isa
Share this content on your favourite social media platform: Take your flying career further with RFDS, where every flight matters, every day brings purpose & you connect remote communities to vital services.
Classifications Hospitality / Travel / TourismPermanent / Full Time Key points Structured training, mentoring & a clear pathway to be an Aeromedical PilotGreat salary, remote area benefits, relocation assistance & career progressionJoin a proud and passionate team!
Description The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) is looking for pilots who are ready to take the next step in their aviation career while making a meaningful difference to regional, rural and remote communities.
Based in Mount Isa, this full-time opportunity is part of the RFDS Aircrew Mentoring Program (RAMP), designed to develop pilots through structured training and supervised operations.
You'll begin flying Beechcraft King Air B200 aircraft on clinic operations and, as your experience grows, progress towards becoming an Aeromedical Pilot.
As an RFDS Pilot, you'll work alongside healthcare professionals delivering essential aeromedical retrieval and primary healthcare services across Queensland.
No two days are the same, and every flight has a purpose.
About the RAMP Program Structured pilot development and mentoringSupervised operational flying experienceExposure to remote and regional aviation operationsProgression pathways towards Aeromedical Pilot dutiesOngoing training and professional development Pilot- Aircrew Mentoring Program Take your flying career further with RFDS, where every flight matters, every day brings purpose & you connect remote communities to vital services.
Classifications Hospitality / Travel / TourismPilotPermanent / Full Time Key points Structured training, mentoring & a clear pathway to be an Aeromedical PilotGreat salary, remote area advantages, relocation assistance & career progressionJoin a proud and passionate team!
Description The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) is looking for pilots who are ready to take the next step in their aviation career while making a meaningful difference to regional, rural and remote communities.
Based in Mount Isa, this full-time opportunity is part of the RFDS Aircrew Mentoring Program (RAMP), designed to develop pilots through structured training and supervised operations.
You'll begin flying Beechcraft King Air B200 aircraft on clinic operations and, as your experience grows, progress towards becoming an Aeromedical Pilot.
As an RFDS Pilot,
you'll work alongside healthcare professionals delivering essential aeromedical retrieval and primary healthcare services across Queensland.
No two days are the same, and every flight has a purpose.
About the RAMP Program Structured pilot development and mentoringSupervised operational flying experienceExposure to remote and regional aviation operationsProgression pathways towards Aeromedical Pilot dutiesOngoing training and professional development Our Fleet RFDS Queensland operates a fleet of 25 aircraft, including: 16 Beechcraft King Air B200s4 King Air B350CHWs5 King Air B360s Each year, our pilots fly thousands of taskings, connecting Queenslanders with critical healthcare and emergency retrieval services across some of Australia's most remote locations.
What You'll Do As part of the Mount Isa team, you will: Operate RFDS aircraft safely and in accordance with company procedures and aviation regulationsPrepare aircraft for flight, including refuelling and replenishment of oxygen suppliesSupport healthcare teams with patient and equipment transfersAssist with loading and unloading patients, stretchers and medical equipmentComplete operational and regulatory documentationMaintain operational knowledge, systems and base recordsContribute to a strong safety and teamwork culture About You We're looking for capable, professional pilots who enjoy working as part of a team and are committed to supporting remote communities.
You will hold: Minimum 1,500 hours total flight time**** hours in Command500 hours Pilot in Command on multi-engine aircraft100 hours as Pilot in Command at night100 hours instrument timeCurrent Command Multi-Engine Instrument Rating with a minimum of two subsequent Instrument Proficiency ChecksCurrent Australian ATPL or CPLCurrent Class 1 Aviation MedicalTurbine and night flying experienceAustralian citizenship, permanent residency or valid working rights You will also have: Strong situational awareness and decision-making skillsThe ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary teamPhysical capacity to assist with patient and equipment handling when requiredThe ability to obtain and maintain a Blue Card (Working with Children Check) Why Join RFDS?
This is an opportunity to build your flying career while working in one of Australia's most respected aviation organisations.
Benefits include: Starting salary of $116, ****** plus superannuationSalary packaging benefits of up to $18, 500Six weeks annual leaveRelocation assistance of up to $7,000Temporary accommodation and support while relocatingOrientation allowance from $300 per week Retention bonus after two years of service Remote Area package – Rent/ Mortgage Assistance $465 p/w Gratuity and Remote Area Payment after 12 months of $4,688 + $3,****** Additional regional and remote benefits, including housing and travel assistance Employee Assistance Program- advice for staff and their families (support, nutrition & financial) Novated leasing options Private health insurance discounts Fitness Passport membership (discounted access to gyms and health centres for staff and families) RemServ Rewards, where members receive cashback benefits on purchases from hundreds of leading Australian retailers, including groceries, fashion, technology and travel Most importantly, you'll be part of a team delivering healthcare where it is needed most.
About RFDS Queensland The Royal Flying Doctor Service is one of the world's largest and most comprehensive aeromedical organisations.
Using aviation, healthcare and emerging technology, we deliver emergency retrievals, primary healthcare, and vital support services to communities across Queensland.
Interested?
If you would like any further information, please contact Talent Acquisition at or call .
Pre-Employment Requirements Successful applicants will be required to: Hold a current unrestricted Australian driver's licenceProvide evidence of required vaccinations or immunityObtain an ASICComplete drug and alcohol testingObtain a Blue Card (Working with Children Check)Attend a simulator assessment in Bundaberg or on the Sunshine Coast pre offer The Royal Flying Doctor Service acknowledges the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first inhabitants of the nation and the Traditional Custodians of the land.
We embrace diversity and welcome all people irrespective of faith, ethnicity, sexual orientation or gender identity.
The RFDS is committed to the protection of human and legal rights, including the rights of children, young people and adults to be safe, heard and cared for.
In upholding the Universal Principle, RFDS is committed to creating an organisational environment that ensures Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their families feel welcome, safe, valued, included and respected.
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📌 Pilot- Aircrew Mentoring Program (Mount Isa)
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