Dive Technician

Australian Institute of Marine Science

Australian Institute of Marine Science

Townsville, QLD, Australia
Posted 6+ months ago

Dive Technician

Townsville (QLD)
Posted 21 hours 14 min ago

Area

Engineering and Field Operations

Employment Type

Full-time, Permanent opportunity

Salary

AIMS AOF Level 4 salary ($90,321 to $102,784 per annum) plus 15.4% superannuation

More Information

Closing Date

29/05/2024

About this exciting opportunity

Working closely with the Marine Operations team and Dive Officer, your role will provide diving and technical support for research activities being conducted by AIMS. As an experienced diver, you will use this knowledge to provide critical maintenance and testing of AIMS’ diving equipment which will include SCUBA regulators, BCD’s, SSBA equipment, gauges, associated safety equipment, compressors and shipboard diving equipment, as well as undertake diving duties as required.

When not working in the field, this role will support the Dive Officer with a range of compliance, maintenance and administrative activities, including maintenance of electronic equipment database and service records and coordinating external servicing of equipment. On occasions you will assist other areas of the Marine Operations team.

About you

We are seeking an experienced dive technician who understands the requirements of using and maintaining a range of diving equipment used in scientific diving operations including SCUBA, SSBA and high-pressure compressors with manufacturer training and certification where applicable, who is confident in logistics, organisation and servicing requirements in accordance with legislation. You will demonstrate your experience with:

  • Scientific / commercial diving experience, certified to AS2815.2 Part 2 Diver

  • Knowledge of occupational health and safety principles, particular relating to scientific and high-risk diving

  • Maintenance of Decompression Chamber, SCUBA, surface supply and associated equipment

  • LF High risk work licence

Previous experience in a similar role, relevant trade qualifications and experience using asset management software and an MR Licence would be highly desirable.

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 4 salary ($90,321 to $102,784 per annum) plus 15.4% superannuation

  • Full-time Permanent opportunity

  • Located in Townsville, Queensland. Commuter car arrangements to site available

  • 9-day fortnight

  • Flexible Work Arrangements considered (including tele-working where possible)

  • Generous leave provisions

  • Free onsite gym and optional Fitness passport

  • Relocation assistance available

Please note:

  1. 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 below. If, after reviewing the position description, which is included in the Candidate Information Pack, you believe that your qualifications, experience and professional capabilities will enable you to successfully the deliver the position responsibilities, we would be very interested in hearing from you.

Below you will also find a link to our Recruitment Application Guide which details the necessity to submit your statements addressing your suitability against the selection criteria within the scope of the position description.

Submitting your application:

Please ensure that you have your completed documents (resume and one-page cover letter) ready to attach to your online application form via our e-recruitment system which can be accessed via the "apply now" button below.

Shortlisted applicants may be asked to complete a personal outlook analysis questionnaire using the Birkman Method.

Position enquiries are to be directed to Ashley Bean, Dive Officer at a.bean@aims.gov.au

Applications close: Wednesday, 29 May 2024 (midnight, AEST)