Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (B1) - Line, Mount Isa

About the Company

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Queensland Section delivers essential aeromedical and primary healthcare services to rural and remote communities across Queensland. Our Engineering team provides 24/7 maintenance and defect rectification support to keep our fleet safe, compliant, and ready to take to the skies.

About the Role

We're currently seeking a permanent, full-time B1 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME) - Line to join our Mount Isa team. Enjoy a lifestyle-friendly roster with minimal call-outs and after-hours work, a structured handover with an experienced RFDS Engineer and ongoing support from our wider Engineering network and Maintenance Watch team. Based in Mount Isa, you'll support our Beechcraft King Air B200 and B300 fleet, working from one of Australia's newest aeromedical facilities, the Mount Isa Aeromedical Hub, co-located with LifeFlight.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled line maintenance in line with operational requirements
• Troubleshoot and rectify defects arising during daily operations
• Participate in the local on-call roster when required
• Provide ground support to crews and aircraft
• Support third-party maintenance requirements as required
• Maintain safe storage and management of parts, tools, and materials
• Inspect and rectify Ground Support Equipment (GSE)

Essential Requirements

• B1 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer qualification
• Experience maintaining turboprop aircraft, relevant to RFDS fleet types
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Sound knowledge of aircraft maintenance regulations and compliance requirements
• Valid, unrestricted Australian Driver's Licence and ability to obtain an ASIC Card

Benefits

• Up to $160,000 base salary plus superannuation
• $465 per week rent/mortgage assistance (approximately $24,000 per year)
• Annual Gratuity Payment after 12 months of service (starting at $4,000, increasing with service)
• Annual Remote Area Payment after 12 months of service (approximately $4,600)
• Up to $18,550 tax-free salary packaging
• $7,000 relocation allowance and temporary accommodation on arrival
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program including counselling, nutrition support, financial wellbeing sessions, and legal advice
• Private health insurance discounts
• Fitness Passport program
• RemServ Rewards, offering cashback and discounts across hundreds of Australian retailers

How to Apply

Applications close 18 September 2026. Successful candidates will be subject to a police check and may be required to undertake a medical assessment, as well as pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.