Project and Field Operations Officer

Australian Institute of Marine Science – Townsville QLD The Australian Institute of Marine Science is Australia’s tropical marine research agency. We are a trusted advisor, a partner and employer of choice, and we value integrity, innovation, collaboration and respect. AIMS’ research of Australia’s tropical marine ecosystems guides their effective environmental management and contributes to our understanding of similar ecosystems 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 datasets, cutting‑edge laboratories, and a fleet of modern research vessels. About this exciting opportunity Working across the Marine Operations team, your role provides diving, field logistics and technical support to assist complex field trips and technical teams to ensure the safe delivery of AIMS’ field program. Participating regularly in field trips, you will provide critical advice and guidance in the preparation of field/dive plans and field supervision, including supporting Cruise Leaders with planning and logistics. When not working in the field, this role will support the Field Office with a range of compliance, maintenance and administrative activities. About you Your knowledge and experience in health, safety and environmental issues and practices including experimental/support fieldwork (marine or land‑based) or at research facilities, will be supported by your experience supervising teams and supporting marine research activities in a field environment. Additionally, you will have: Vessel Master qualifications with relevant work experience in marine research Rescue Diver certification with experience in scientific diving Knowledge of legislation, standards and experience in occupational diving and vessel operation Formal Occupational Health and Safety qualifications and experience would be highly desirable Apply now 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 4 salary ($97,503 to $110,957 per annum) plus 15.4% superannuation Full‑time, 12‑month Temporary (Labour hire) opportunity Located in Townsville (Qld) 9‑day fortnight, enjoy a long weekend each fortnight Flexible Work Arrangements considered including hybrid working (where suitable) Generous and supportive leave entitlements Access to Commuter car fleet arrangements to travel to site (in Townsville only) Employee Assistance Program Please note: Non‑Australian Citizens must hold an appropriate Visa with working entitlements that allows paid employment with AIMS from commencement and for the full term of the appointment, depending on the relevant Department of Home Affairs current policies. Next Step Further information about this exciting and challenging opportunity is outlined in the Candidate Information Pack which is available to download from our website If, after reviewing the position description and selection criteria included in the Candidate Information Pack, you believe that your qualifications, experience and professional capabilities will enable you to successfully deliver the position responsibilities, we encourage you to make an application via our website. Submitting your Application Please ensure that you have your completed documents (selection criteria responses, resume and cover letter) ready to attach to your online application form via our e‑recruitment system which can be accessed via our website Position enquiries Position enquiries are to be directed to Mark Chinkin, Field Operations Coordinator at*********@aims.gov.au. Applications must be made through our website per above. AIMS acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia's first scientists. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past, present and future, and the custodians of the land and sea Country on which we work. Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad . #J-18808-Ljbffr