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Description
Influence the success of one of the NT’s most valued organisations
Competitive remuneration + salary packaging
Flexible hours, friendly team
CareFlight was founded in 1+86 as an aeromedical charity with the mission to save lives, speed recovery and serve the community. Today, we deliver services nationally. Our critical care doctors, paramedics and nurses are specially trained in emergency and trauma, pre-hospital and remote medicine and we use helicopters, jet aircraft, turbo-prop planes and road vehicles to reach and treat patients wherever they are.
We run accredited training for clinical specialists; operate extensive aviation and logistic training for our employees and other organisations; run a range of free education and training programs in regional, rural and remote areas, and partner with emergency service organisations, defence forces and businesses to deliver our expertise.
About the role
We’re looking for a sharp, energetic individual with a great attitude to join the team at CareFlight NT. This role is all about representing CareFlight at community events throughout the Top End.
You’ll work in a motivated and friendly team supported by a pool of volunteers. Between events, you’ll be working amongst our crews and support staff at the Darwin hangar. It’s a warm and dynamic environment where you’ll feel connected to the important work CareFlight does bringing lifesaving care to patients across the NT.
Employment structure:
– Full-Time
– Hours negotiable, but will include weekends particularly during Dry Season
This is an ideal opportunity for a team player looking to represent a for purpose organisation that provides crucial services to the Northern Territory community. The role would suit someone looking to take the step out of hospitality or retail, or a recent graduate looking to get your foot in the door of a highly respected and growing organisation that offers countless career pathways.
Responsibilities include:
Planning, leading and implementing CareFlight’s NT community event appearances, reporting to the NT Senior Fundraising and Community Engagement Officer
Representing CareFlight at internal and external events and promoting brand favourably whilst raising funds
Set up and run CareFlight exhibits and coordinate and lead volunteers to assist and engage with the community
Liaise with internal teams (fundraising, marketing, operations) for event coordination
Promote CareFlight events, programs and products and gather contact details of interested individuals for internal teams to follow up
Completing sales reconciliation and banking requirements following each event
Maintaining the functionality and cleanliness of all event equipment, signage and vehicles
Managing merchandise storage, display and stock levels
Assisting the Fundraising & Community Engagement team with other tasks as required such as administrative tasks supporting the Hangar Ball, point-of-sale donation and volunteer program and other fundraising initiatives.
About you
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with a wide range of stakeholders and community members
Great attitude and enthusiasm
Strong organisational skills to follow (and at times design) processes to ensure timely and thorough planning for events, volunteer coordination and deliver all tasks to close out each event
Willingness to work regularly on weekends , Public Holidays, as well as some evenings and undertake some travel
Physical stamina to regularly set up and take down CareFlight displays at events
Previous cash handling experience
Excellent references
Applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander strongly encouraged to apply
Current drivers’ licence
Australian working rights.
About the work experience
Make a difference every day. As a for-purpose organisation, the work that you do is making a difference to patients and the community every day. You’ll have the opportunity to work and train alongside people who are at the top of their game with skillsets across medicine, aviation, engineering, logistics, marketing, education and more!
We’ll provide:
Training and development so you can continue to develop your individual strengths and area of expertise.
A safe, supportive and collaborative culture that promotes diversity and inclusion of employees and clients.
A high-performance environment and close-knit team that wants you to succeed
Reward and recognition of the impact you make.
How to apply
If you would like to be part of our team, you can apply using the link below. Please ensure you attach a current resume and covering letter that addresses the role’s essential criteria. Applications for this opportunity will close on Friday 25th July 2026.
For additional information, please contact
[email protected]
CareFlight values diversity in the workplace.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply.
All employees must comply with CareFlight’s Drug and Alcohol Management Plan (DAMP) as required by CASA and may be subject to random workplace testing.
Criminal Record and Working with Children Checks also apply.
CareFlight: ‘The next life we save could be yours’
Role Type
On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Mid-level Senior
Company Overview
CareFlight is an Australian aeromedical charity with a mission to save lives, speed recovery and serve the community.
