You will participate in field trips on small and large vessels and provide management and maintenance of field-deployed and vessel-based scientific equipment and instruments to ensure all safety and legal standards are met and requirements for precision, accuracy and reliability are achieved. You will also provide assistance in the maintenance and operation of the Darwin-based fleet of small research vessels as well as the aquarium system when required.
About you
You will have considerable demonstrated experience in vessel-based fieldwork, particularly in small boats in remote areas and the ability to work at sea in often demanding conditions for extended periods. You will hold a Coxswains ticket and Radio Operators Licence (VHF) and current C Class Open Drivers Licence.
You will demonstrate technical expertise in the operation, deployment and maintenance of marine-deployed instrumentation and remote observing equipment that is underpinned by a trade, engineering or tertiary qualifications.
Our ideal candidate will have familiarity with the operation, acquisition, quality control and processing of outputs from Multibeam Echo sounders and other acoustic equipment and a Forklift Licence, First Aid and CPR (or the ability to obtain).
Apply now and join a world leading organization with attractive working conditions. In line with our Enterprise Agreement, the successful candidate will be rewarded with:
- AIMS AOF Level 3 Enhanced salary ($73,655 to $92,337 per annum) plus 15.4% superannuation
- Full-time, Permanent opportunity
- Located in Darwin (NT)
- 9-day fortnight, enjoy a long weekend each fortnight
- Flexible Work Arrangements considered including hybrid working (where suitable)
- Generous and supportive leave entitlements
- Salary Sacrifice opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Relocation assistance available
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