RFDS Queensland | Pilot

• Gain invaluable experience flying with RFDS Pilots
  
• Operate a modern fleet of Beechcraft B200 and B350 turboprop aircraft
  
• Opportunity to be a part of the iconic RFDS team!

Description

Whenever and wherever people in Queensland need us the most, we’re there. That’s how it’s been for almost a century. Join us and help us keep it that way.

The Role

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) is looking for enthusiastic pilots to join the Queensland team. We need pilots committed to helping make a real difference in the community. In return, we offer professional development to advance your career gaining experience on high performance multiengine turbo prop aircraft.

Our Pilots play a vital role at the forefront of aeromedical aviation in providing dedicated aeromedical and primary health care services to regional and outback Queensland.

The RFDS Aircrew Mentoring Program (RAMP) is designed to develop your piloting skills under supervision operating B200 aircraft on clinic operations initially. Once cleared to line on clinic operations the RFDS provide additional training to develop you as an aeromedical Pilot flying in rural, remote and regional areas throughout Queensland and surrounding States and Territories. Located in Charleville this RAMP Pilot role is a Full-time position.

About us:

The Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia (RFDS) is one of the largest and most comprehensive aeromedical organisations in the world. Using the latest in aviation, medical and communications technology, we deliver extensive primary healthcare and 24-hour emergency service, from nine strategic bases to those who live, work and travel throughout Queensland.

Our Fleet

RFDS Queensland uses a fleet of modern pressurised Beechcraft B200 and B350/B360 high-performance turboprop aircraft to deliver services. The flying is diverse, ranging from operating in remote parts of the country to flying an instrument approach into a major International Airport. We flew 7,743,604 kilometres, moving 11,442 patients on primary evacuation and inter-hospital transfer services in the past year.

Do you think that you have what it takes to be the next RFDS RAMP pilot? Apply now!

The RFDS in Queensland is looking for confident and capable team players to fly our essential services in the bush. You will also have:

• Current Instrument Rating- Multi Engine Aircraft
  
• Current Australian ATPL / CPL and class 1 medical in Single Pilot Operations
  
• Turbine and Night experience

Additional Prerequisites:

• Australian Citizenship, Residency or approved work Visa
  
• Ability to obtain and hold a Blue Card
  
• If you do not hold a QLD drivers licence you will need to apply for a CRN
  
• An Australian Command Multi Engine Instrument Rating, or military equivalent
  
• Physically able to manage a level of manual handling, specifically handling of patients and equipment when required
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  
• An understanding of the needs of remote and regional Australia and its people

There are also three ‘must-haves’ that we look for in every employee of RFDS (Queensland section). We want people who:

• Are passionate about providing the finest care to people in Queensland
  
• Go above and beyond to drive a positive, cohesive team culture – helping each other to help others
  
• Embrace the challenges our organisation faces - have the motivation to help us thrive in a competitive environment