Air Mercy Service (AMS)

Air Mercy Service (AMS) Air Mercy Service The AMS works in partnership with the Department of Health in each of the provinces in which it operates.

It is the mission of the AMS to contribute towards an improvement in the quality of life of all communities, facilitate access to equitable and effective healthcare, and the provision of air medical and other associated humanitarian services. The AMS plays a vital role in providing not only emergency rescue and air ambulance services but also a health outreach programme, taking critically needed healthcare to impoverished communities. We will provide help whenever and wherever it is needed. We are committed to Changing Lives, Saving Lives.

Clear Sight Changes Lives. 👁️❤️This World Sight Day, we join the global movement to prioritise eye health for everyone, ...
08/10/2026

Clear Sight Changes Lives. 👁️❤️

This World Sight Day, we join the global movement to prioritise eye health for everyone, everywhere. Good vision empowers individuals, strengthens families, and builds healthier communities. As part of our work, our Flying Doctor Service (FDS) flies medical specialists and specialised care directly to remote areas, ensuring distance is never a barrier to quality healthcare.

Every story counts, and every vision matters. Join us in prioritising eye care for all.

Love Your Eyes: Changing Lives, Saving Lives.


28/09/2026

VACANCY
FIXED WING PILOT - PC12 CO-PILOT
CAPE TOWN BASE

The ideal applicant must have:
• A South African Commercial Pilots License
• A valid instrument rating, DG and CRM
• A minimum of 800 hours total Fixed Wing time and 40 hours night flying.
• Excellent interpersonal and people management skills
• Ability to develop and review Standard Operating Procedures/Aviation related manuals.
• Ability to represent the organisation in external and internal audits, develop action plans and implement solutions to audit findings.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality
• A strong understanding of aviation law and AMS policy and procedure.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Flexible approach to working hours.
• Turbine rating and PC12 type rating would be advantageous
• Grade II - Instructors rating would be advantageous.
• Own reliable transport

S.A. Red Cross Air Mercy Service is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We appreciate your interest in the S.A. Red Cross Air Mercy Service (AMS), should you not receive a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and qualifications to [email protected] by Friday 09th October 2026.

28/09/2026

VACANCY
FIXED WING PILOT - PC12 CAPTAIN
CAPE TOWN BASE

The ideal applicant must have:
• A South African Commercial Pilots License (CPL) or (ATP)
• A valid instrument rating, DG and CRM
• A minimum of 1500 hours total Fixed Wing time,75 hours instrument hours and 100 hours night flying.
• Excellent interpersonal and people management skills
• Ability to develop and review Standard Operating Procedures/Aviation related manuals.
• Ability to represent the organisation in external and internal audits, develop action plans and implement solutions to audit findings.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality
• A strong understanding of aviation law and AMS policy and procedure.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Flexible approach to working hours.
• Must be signed out as a PC12 Captain after a maximum of 6 months.
• Turbine rating and PC12 type rating would be advantageous
• Grade II - Instructors rating would be advantageous.
• Own reliable transport

S.A. Red Cross Air Mercy Service is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We appreciate your interest in the S.A. Red Cross Air Mercy Service (AMS), should you not receive a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and qualifications to [email protected] by Friday 09th October 2026.

Happy Heritage Day 🇿🇦❤️Today is about celebrating the powerful tapestry of our diversity. At AMS, we are honoured to be ...
24/09/2026

Happy Heritage Day 🇿🇦❤️

Today is about celebrating the powerful tapestry of our diversity. At AMS, we are honoured to be part of that story, delivering care across landscapes as unique and beautiful as our people.

From the highest peak to the furthest community, we privliged to provide access to healthcare for all. 🩺🚁🚐

Meet Lusanda Dodofu, our Administration Intern @ AMS! 🚁✨As part of her learnership, Lusanda works behind the scenes to k...
18/09/2026

Meet Lusanda Dodofu, our Administration Intern @ AMS! 🚁✨

As part of her learnership, Lusanda works behind the scenes to keep our administrative processes running smoothly ensuring our operational, medical, and flight teams stay connected and on track.
Lusanda brings positivity, dedication, and a passion for learning.

"Growth comes from showing up, staying consistent, and being willing to learn every day."

Read her full Employee Spotlight to learn more about her journey! 🩺🛩️
https://ams.org.za/employee-spotlight-lusanda-dodofu-administration-intern-%f0%9f%9a%81/

Every patient deserves safe, compassionate, and high-quality care, no matter where they are. 🩺✨This World Patient Safety...
17/09/2026

Every patient deserves safe, compassionate, and high-quality care, no matter where they are. 🩺✨

This World Patient Safety Day, we align with the global slogan, "Safe care for life!", reaffirming our commitment to elevating safety standards across every mission, flight, and patient transfer. From critical emergency airlifts to specialised community outreach, safety is the foundation of our entire aero-medical operation.

Rooted in 60 years of service, our dedicated crew ensures safe patient care touches every life we serve. 🚁❤️

As we mark 60 years of service, we are proud to highlight the professionals who support our operations behind the scenes...
28/08/2026

As we mark 60 years of service, we are proud to highlight the professionals who support our operations behind the scenes. Today, we spotlight Simthandile Tunyane, affectionately known as Simmy, who serves as a Finance Intern at the Air Mercy Service (AMS).

In her role, she views finance as the language of the organisation that helps understand challenges, measure progress, and make informed decisions. Simthandile assists with day-to-day financial processes, helping to ensure our resources are managed responsibly and our daily operations run smoothly.
"Finance is often associated with numbers, but I see it as the language of an organisation. It helps us understand challenges, measure progress, and make informed decisions for the future. Learning how work is done behind the scenes supports our teams on the ground and contributes to a greater purpose makes this role deeply meaningful." - Simthandile Tunyane

Outside of work, Simmy recharges by spending quality time with loved ones, enjoying music, and immersing herself in novels. Her approach to growth and new beginnings is captured by her favorite quote: "You don’t have to have everything figured out to move forward, growth happens one step, one lesson, and one day at a time."

Read the full profile: https://ams.org.za/welcoming-simthandile-tunyane-to-our-finance-team/

EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT: ANDRÉ BOTHAAs we celebrate 60 years of service, we are proud to highlight the professionals behind o...
25/08/2026

EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT: ANDRÉ BOTHA

As we celebrate 60 years of service, we are proud to highlight the professionals behind our operations. André joins the Air Mercy Service as an Aircraft Maintenance Mechanic within our Aircraft Maintenance Organisation (AMO).
Bringing a technical foundation to aviation maintenance, he is part of the team that ensures our fleet remains airworthy.

Read the full profile: https://ams.org.za/employee-spotlight-andre-botha-aircraft-maintenance-mechanic/

HAPPY NATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY 💜✨Today, we honour the extraordinary women across the organisation whose leadership, dedicati...
09/08/2026

HAPPY NATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY 💜✨

Today, we honour the extraordinary women across the organisation whose leadership, dedication, and strength power our life-saving missions every single day.

The women of AMS play a vital role in ensuring equitable access to healthcare for all and bringing our purpose to life. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to changing lives and saving lives.

Happy Women’s Day! 🌸🚁

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