Regulatory Compliance Officer

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Regulatory Compliance Officer to join our team. Reporting to the Regulatory Compliance Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the development, implementation and continuous improvement of compliance, quality assurance and governance processes across the business. You will work closely with stakeholders at all levels to ensure compliance with regulatory, legislative and accreditation requirements, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

The successful candidate will bring strong auditing experience, excellent communication skills, sound knowledge of quality management principles, and the ability to balance competing priorities while delivering accurate and practical compliance advice.

Is this role for you?

Our ideal candidate will have the following:

• Understanding and practical application of RTO standards and aviation regulatory requirements such as CASA, EASA and equivalent regulatory frameworks is highly desirable.
• Minimum 3 – 5 years' experience in a risk and compliance position or a similar role.
• Lead Auditor certification or formal quality auditing qualification.
• Tertiary qualification in Quality Management, Engineering, Aviation, or a related discipline will be highly regarded.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) and the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and meet agreed deadlines.
• Experience in conducting internal and external audits and managing corrective actions.
• Ability to interpret and apply legislation, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Willingness to learn, grow and undertake additional duties as required.

What we can offer you:

• A diverse and rewarding position where you will offer key support to our students, staff and stakeholders.
• An environment that supports a high performance, supportive and inclusive culture.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• A Health and Wellbeing program including access to two days flexible leave per year and access to our Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family.
• Corporate discount with a private health fund.
• Salary sacrificing for superannuation and novated car leases.
• Professional development opportunities.

Working at Aviation Australia:

Aviation Australia was established by the Queensland Government as a training organisation in 2001 to support the growth and development of the aerospace industries. During the last 25 years, the company has delivered training both nationally and internationally to many thousands of aviation professionals worldwide. As a world class organisation, the training outcomes delivered by Aviation Australia are recognised by the Australian Skills Training Authority along with national and international airworthiness regulators.

At Aviation Australia we strive to live by our values Safety at the heart of everything we do, working together, being accountable, acting innovatively, and delivering on our customer's needs. Our workplace offers a genuinely flexible working environment where we recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace. Our people are empowered to strive for excellence and succeed. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as women, people with a disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. If you identify with any of these groups and need assistance with your application, please contact the People and Culture team and one of our team members will contact you to assist.

If you would like further information about this role, please contact us via email to receive a copy of the job description. Successful candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) for the relevant state of employment in Australia.

How to Apply

To apply: please click on the Apply button and include the following:

• A current resume
• A cover letter (no longer than 2 pages)

Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies (identical or similar). Only applications from candidates with the legal right to work in Australia will be considered.