About the job

Start or grow your safety career with a leader in aviation operations.

Join a team where safety matters, your development is supported, and your work makes a real impact.

About Microflite

Microflite Aviation is one of Australia’s leading helicopter and fixed-wing operators, providing essential services across emergency response, charter, tourism and aerial work. We operate a modern fleet and pride ourselves on our strong safety culture, innovation, and operational excellence.

About The Role

We're seeking a Safety Specialist to join our Safety & Quality team. This is a full-time, permanent role based at Moorabbin Airport, offering a great opportunity for either:

A safety-focused aviation or operational professional looking to expand their skillset, or
An experienced safety practitioner ready to influence high-performance outcomes.

You’ll play a key role in supporting or leading safety investigations, monitoring trends, identifying risks, and helping embed a positive and proactive safety culture.

What You'll Be Doing

Assist with or lead safety investigations (e.g. ICAM, Bow Tie)

Identify hazards and help manage operational risks

Support the development and improvement of the Integrated Management System (IMS)

Analyse safety data and provide insights and reports

Assist in compliance with CASA, ICAO and internal standards

Collaborate with pilots, engineers, and frontline staff to strengthen safety performance

Promote a just culture and contribute to safety training initiatives

What We’re Looking For

We’re open to a wide range of experience — whether you’re early in your career or looking to step into a new challenge.

You’ll Need To Bring

Passion for aviation safety and operational excellence

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Curiosity and willingness to learn new systems and processes

Ability to work with operational teams and promote a proactive safety culture

Bonus If You Have

Experience in safety investigations or SMS processes

Qualifications in aviation, safety, or human factors

Understanding of CASA/ICAO regulations

Experience in safety training or promotion activities

What’s in It for You?

Work for a leader in Australian aviation

Career progression and training opportunities

Diverse aviation operations — EMS, tourism, charter and more

Supportive team and safety-first culture

Modern facilities at Moorabbin Airport

To Apply

Click Apply Now or email employment@microflite.com.au to request a position description.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Please note, previous applicants need not apply.

MicroFlite Aviation

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