Aircraft Maintenance Planner & Technical Records Officer

• Full-time opportunity based in Jandakot with working from home available
• Play a key role supporting RFDS WA’s mission‑critical aeromedical aircraft fleet
• Coordinate maintenance planning across a fast‑paced and highly regulated aviation operation
• Work closely with Engineering, Flight Operations, Supply Chain and external maintenance providers

About the team

The RFDS WA Engineering team supports safe, compliant and efficient aeromedical operations across one of the largest and most remote aviation jurisdictions in the world. Working collaboratively across Engineering, Flight Operations, Logistics and Safety, the team plays a critical role in maintaining aircraft availability and operational readiness to support frontline patient care.

About the role

• Develop and manage short, medium and long‑term maintenance schedules across the RFDS WA fleet
• Process aircraft maintenance records, create log book entries & other administrative duties as required.
• Coordinate routine, preventative and corrective maintenance activities to maximise aircraft availability and operational efficiency
• Monitor maintenance forecasts, inspections, component life limits and airworthiness requirements
• Liaise daily with Engineering, Flight Operations, Supply Chain and external maintenance providers to coordinate maintenance priorities and aircraft downtime

About you

• Interest in aircraft maintenance planning, scheduling, maintenance control or aviation maintenance administration
• Experience using aviation maintenance management systems and electronic maintenance records (preferred but not essential)
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic operational environment
• Excellent communication skills with a collaborative, team‑oriented approach
• Full‑time opportunity based in Jandakot
• Working from home available
• Free onsite parking
• Work within a collaborative and team‑oriented aviation environment
• Opportunity to support critical aeromedical operations across Western Australia

About us

The Royal Flying Doctor Service WA (RFDS WA) supports more than 20,000 patients each year across the largest health jurisdiction in Australia. From bases in Perth, Broome, Port Hedland, Kalgoorlie and Meekatharra, our dedicated teams deliver emergency care, primary health and industrial services through world‑class aviation, clinical and support systems. Our strategy focuses on workforce capability, safety leadership and expanding access to care for those who need it most.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At RFDS WA, we are committed to ensuring inclusive workplaces where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to contribute. We welcome people from all backgrounds including people of diverse cultures, abilities, gender and sexual identities, beliefs, and those with family or caring responsibilities.

This position is open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

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