Ground Support Officer

Ground Support Officer (Brisbane)

Support and drive the RFDS from behind the scenes Become a part of our team in Brisbane

Classifications

• Transport / Logistics / Drivers
• Aviation
• Part-time

Key points

• Competitive salary + Super + Tax free benefits up to $18,550
• Opportunity to be a part of the iconic RFDS team
• Great work life balance Work hours that suit your lifestyle

Description

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) have an exciting new opportunity available for a Ground Support Officer. They will assist the aviation cohort in operational duties associated with the preparation for and the conduct of a flight, including cleaning aircraft, refuelling, and replenishing supplies.

This role also assists with other tasks as required, to support the RFDS in providing the finest care to the furthest corner

About the Role:

• Brisbane Airport based
• Permanent, Part time role
• 5 days a week, Monday to Friday
• 4-hour shifts, morning or evening

Key responsibilities

Your key responsibilities in this role will include:

• Perform operational duties to Support and facilitates ground support services
• Towing of aircraft into and out of the hangar using a tow motor and ensuring that the aircraft is towed and repositioned when directed, with aeromedical bays available
• Support and assists health professionals with patient transport and care including loading and unloading of stretcher patients and medical equipment
• Cleaning interior and exterior of Aircraft, restocking items when required
• Assisting medical team with aircraft decontamination
• Inspect hanger equipment, and clean when required
• Other tasks as requested by the Senior Base Pilot or Ground Support Lead

Who we are looking for?

To be successful in this role you will possess the following:

• Experience in operating around aircraft and an understanding of the safety requirements to carry out tasks in such an environment
• Pilot / Aviation experience (desirable)
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders
• Proven ability to work autonomously and within a team
• Proven attention to detail and high degree of accuracy
• Ability to obtain and hold a Blue Card
• Hold an Australian Drivers Licence
• Australian Security Identification Care (ASIC) or ability to obtain

Why work for us

• Attractive remuneration package + Super
• Salary packaging of $18,550; increasing your take home pay
• Opportunity to be a part of the iconic RFDS team
• Lead improvement initiatives with the dynamic Flight Operations Team
• Be an integral team member by supporting those who make a real impact in Queensland
• Work with people who are passionate about our purpose and proud of their contribution
• Comprehensive and supportive orientation program
• Employee Assistance Program; advice for staff and their families (support, nutrition & financial)
• Private health insurance discounts

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, RFDS Queensland Section delivers extensive primary healthcare and 24-hour emergency service, from nine strategic bases, to those who live, work and travel throughout Australia.

Interested? If this role sounds like it could be the right fit for you, we would love for you to join us Please apply to be considered or feel free to contact Lachlan Otto on for more information.

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. The RFDS is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of healthcare. We embrace diversity and welcome all people irrespective of faith, ethnicity, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Please note: This role may be required to undergo a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, will be subject to criminal history and may be required to undergo a preemployment medical assessment. There may be a requirement to travel in QLD for this role and work out of hours maybe required to respond to unscheduled outages and major incidents affecting critical systems.