The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) is Australia’s tropical marine research agency. We are a trusted advisor, a partner and employer of choice, and we value integrity, innovation, and respect.
AIMS’ research of Australia’s tropical marine ecosystems guides its effective environmental management, and that of similar systems around the world. Our research seeks to deliver practical benefit to all Australians and supports the sustainable use of our tropical marine estate. Governments, reef managers, industry and the wider community look to our high-quality, long-term research for informed decisions about our iconic Great Barrier Reef, North-West Shelf and Arafura and Timor Seas.
AIMS expert teams at our locations in Townsville, Darwin and Perth have access to world-class infrastructure, unique data-sets, cutting-edge laboratories and a fleet of research vessels.
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 this Opportunity
Within our Operations and Infrastructure group, the Engineering and Field Operations team are an enabling resource for AIMS’ Research Programs through the management of our Marine Infrastructure and the provision of related specialised services. An opportunity exists for a Marine Operations Support Officer to join our Engineering and Field Operations Team.
In this role you will provide operational and technical support for AIMS’ research related activities through the provision of basic maintenance and care of AIMS’ operational assets including vessels, trailers, vehicles, and diving equipment, as well as electronic equipment databases and service records. You will coordinate external servicing of equipment with the relevant officer and will also provide administrative and operational support to members of the Marine Operations team as required. You will also have the opportunity to participate in fieldwork activities as required.
The successful candidate will be rewarded with:
- AOF Level 3 Salary ($67,411 – $75,958 per annum)
- 15.4% superannuation
- Generous leave provisions
- Full Time Temporary position available via our labour hire arrangement from 02 August 2021 – 04 July 2022
- Located in Townsville, Queensland
Please note: relocation assistance is not available for this appointment.
About You
Underpinning your suitability for this position will be your current Recreational Scuba certification, Coxswain certification, and C class drivers licence with extensive driving experience. You will also be able to demonstrate your:
- Proficiency and experience in the use and maintenance of a range of marine equipment including small vessels, SCUBA equipment, and associated safety equipment;
- Knowledge of occupational health and safety principles particularly in relation to marine equipment;
- Experience maintaining an asset management database and scheduled maintenance programs; and
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and experience working as an integral member of a small team.
Non-Australian Citizens must hold an appropriate visa with working entitlements that allows paid employment with AIMS or associated Labour Hire Agency for the term of the appointment.
Applications close: 9.00am AEST Thursday 15 July 2021.
