Operations Director, South Australia

About the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Australia / Northern Territory (RFDS SA/NT)

We are trusted leaders in providing aeromedical and primary health care services to people in remote, rural and regional locations across South Australia and the Northern Territory. Our five-year Strategic Plan is focused on growing as an innovative, responsive and better-connected health service provider for all Australians.

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About this Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Executive General Manager, Operations and Logistics the Operations Director, South Australia will provide strategic and operational leadership across all aspects of RFDS services within the state. This pivotal role is accountable for the day-to-day operations, workforce, and supporting infrastructure that enable the delivery of aeromedical, charter, and ambulance services across RFDS operational locations in South Australia.

As Operations Director, you will be entrusted with ensuring the safe, high-quality, and efficient delivery of services that directly impact the wellbeing of the communities we serve.

Specifically, you will:

• Lead, develop and inspire a high-performing operations team to achieve organisational goals.
• Collaborate with operational leaders to optimise the use of resources and deliver safe, efficient, and sustainable services.
• Champion excellence in service delivery through strong leadership, innovative practices, and robust operational planning.
• Develop service budgets in conjunction with the operational leadership team, and provide budget stewardship for all services, projects and programs.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key external stakeholders across the state.

About You

You have:

• Significant experience leading and managing diverse teams, with the ability to inspire, influence, and build effective relationships across all levels.
• Highly developed leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the capacity to align people and resources towards shared goals.
• A strong understanding of contemporary human resource management and organisational performance practices.
• Demonstrated resilience, adaptability, and sound decision-making skills in complex and high-pressure environments.

To be considered for the role you require:

• Tertiary qualifications in Business Management, Operations or other relevant discipline or demonstrated equivalent relevant experience (particularly in Aeromedical, Emergency Services, Health or Defence fields).

Our Benefits

As part of our team, you can expect to be provided with challenging, interesting work and be supported to achieve your best. In addition, we also offer:

• Free onsite parking
• Attractive remuneration
• Employee Assistance Program
• Reward and Recognition Program
• Employee Values Awards
• Learning Management System
• Comprehensive orientation program for new starters

• Generous annual salary packaging options to reduce your taxable income including:

• packaging up to $15, 899 of your salary towards loans, rent and bills

• packaging of an additional $2,650 of your salary via a meal and entertainment card.

Further Information

To access the position description, please click here.

For a confidential discussion in relation to the position, please contact Anthony Pryzibilla on

For a confidential discussion in relation to the recruitment process, please contact Georgia Clarke, Recruitment Coordinator via

Applications close at 11:59pm on 24 September 2025.

*Please note that we are unable to accept late applications, or applications submitted via email.

The RFDS has mandatory vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.*

Please note, we reserve the right to appoint to the position before the published closing date. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit an application as early as possible

The Royal Flying Doctor Service is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a positive culture and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants are encouraged to apply.