You will be responsible for assisting in the operation, optimisation and maintenance of life support systems and in the configuration and operation of scientific experiments.
You will carry out activities to build, establish, test and commission systems for experimentation, holding, propagation and breeding of marine organisms for the use in research programs within the AIMS National Sea Simulator. Your position will see you provide direct operational input and support in the operation and maintenance of the SeaSim.
At AIMS, the way we work guides our team members’ on their collective journey towards the successful delivery of our AIMS Strategy 2025 targets.
About you
Relying on your Science, Aquaculture (or similar) tertiary qualifications, as well as your experience in operating, monitoring and optimising life support systems for the aquaculture/aquarium industry, you will have the ability to demonstrate your capabilities for providing direct experimental support to research projects including animal husbandry, feeding, experimental measurement and other activities requested by users.
Having developed good plumbing skills, a high degree of initiative and excellent problem-solving abilities, you will be considered to have the capabilities for setting up experiments and building holding systems for marine organisms. Importantly, your ability to work independently, will be fundamental for ensuring that the facility and experiments on a continuous basis and to achieve this you will be required to participate in a roster arrangement and have the flexibility and capacity to work weekends and public holiday.
Apply now and join a world leading organisation with attractive working conditions. In line with our Enterprise Agreement, the successful candidate will be rewarded with:
- AIMS AOF Level 3 Enhanced salary ($68,759 to $86,200 per annum) plus 15.4% superannuation
- Full-time, Permanent opportunity
- Located in Townsville (Qld). Commuter car arrangements to site
- 9-day fortnight
- Generous leave provisions
- Free Onsite Gym and Optional Fitness passport
- Relocation Assistance available
Please note:
- Non-Australian Citizens must hold an appropriate Visa with working entitlements that allows paid employment with AIMS for the term of the appointment, depending on the relevant Department of Home Affairs current policies.
- It is a requirement of this role that you are and remain fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Please note the sighting of proof of vaccination will be required as a pre commencement requirement.
Application Deadline: November 27, 2022 (midnight, AEST)
