Logistics Officer – Aviation Engineering

• Support mission‑ready aircraft by enabling critical aviation engineering and maintenance operations.
• Contribute to lifesaving outcomes across WA within the world’s largest aeromedical jurisdiction.
• Hands‑on logistics role managing aircraft parts, inventory control and aviation supply chain activities.
• Permanent, full‑time position based at Jandakot with free on‑site parking.

About the Team
The RFDS WA Aviation & Engineering team supports a growing and diverse fleet delivering lifesaving aeromedical and primary health services across one of the largest and most remote jurisdictions in the world.

Our current fleet includes 17 PC‑12 aircraft, 3 PC‑24 jets and 2 BK117‑C2 helicopters, with new PC‑12 Pro aircrafts now entering service as part of our ongoing fleet expansion.

The logistics function is critical to flight safety and operational reliability, ensuring aircraft parts are available, traceable and fully compliant to support our engineering teams in keeping the fleet safe, reliable and mission ready.

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and proactive Logistics Officer to support aviation maintenance operations. This role is key to ensuring aircraft parts are ordered, tracked and delivered efficiently while maintaining strong financial control, supplier performance and effective cross‑department collaboration.

About the Role 

• Receive, inspect and process aircraft parts, verify certification (CASA Form 1, EASA, FAA), manage inventory accuracy including shelf‑life and quarantine items, and ensure compliance with CASA Part 145 requirements.
• Pick, pack and dispatch aircraft components, coordinate freight shipments, and support maintenance and engineering teams with urgent Aircraft on Ground (AOG) requirements.
• Track procurement expenditure against budgets, manage supplier and OEM relationships to achieve competitive pricing and turnaround times, administer warranty programs, and collaborate across procurement, finance, maintenance and operations to ensure efficient workflows.

About You

• Experience in logistics, inventory control or warehouse operations within an aviation, engineering or technical environment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate records, certification documentation and technical data.
• Confident use of inventory management or ERP systems to manage stock levels, orders and associated technical information.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills, including experience with OEM and supplier programs, warranties and vendor agreements.
• Experience with financial reconciliation (purchase orders, invoices and freight), with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced operational environment.
• Forklift licence, Dangerous Goods certification or experience handling regulated materials is desirable.

Further Information
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Shannon Proudley (Aviation Logistics Manager) on 04•• ••• 007 or at shannon.proudley@rfdswa.com.au. 

Apply Now
Submit a resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

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

About Us
The Royal Flying Doctor Service Western Operations (RFDS WA) delivers lifesaving aeromedical and primary health care services to 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 teams combine aviation, medical and support expertise to ensure people in regional and remote communities receive the care they need.

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.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or recruitment process, please let us know, as we are committed to ensuring an equitable and accessible experience for all.