Head of Flight Operations & Chief PilotRoyal Flying Doctor Service of Australia (RFDS)
Aircraft: King AirLocation: Sydney, AustraliaType-ratedDirect Entry
Total Time4,000 hrs
PIC Time1,500 hrs
Multi-Engine1,500 hrs
The Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia seeks an experienced aviation leader to serve as Head of Flight Operations and Chief Pilot at their South Eastern Section. This strategic role oversees all flight operations across multiple bases including Sydney, Dubbo, Broken Hill, and Launceston, requiring exceptional leadership of pilot teams and implementation of safety-focused operational excellence in aeromedical services. The position offers competitive remuneration and flexible working arrangements for a qualified candidate with extensive multi-engine command experience and aeromedical aviation background.
Requirements
- Air Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL)
- Command Multi Engine Instrument Rating
- 4000 hours total flight time minimum
- 1500 hours multi-engine command time minimum
- 300 hours instrument flight time minimum
- 500 hours night flight time minimum (150 hours in command)
- CASA approval as Head of Flight Operations / Chief Pilot (desirable)
- King Air type rating (desirable)
- Aeromedical aviation experience (desirable)
- Flight Instructor Rating and/or Examiner Rating (desirable)
- Strategic leadership and people management capability
- Regulatory compliance and safety culture expertise
- Aviation business planning and budgeting knowledge