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SeaSim Technical Officer
Australian Institute of Marine Science
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Townsville, QLD, Australia
AUD 76,454-95,846 / year
Posted on Mar 30, 2026
About this exciting opportunity
As our SeaSim Technical Officer you will contribute to the development, construction, operation, and maintenance of systems that support the experimentation, holding, propagation, and breeding of marine organisms for research programs within the SeaSim Precinct. You will provide hands-on operational input and technical support for the SeaSim facility, including the operation, optimisation, and maintenance of life support systems, as well as the configuration and execution of scientific experiments within the AIMS Seawater Precinct.
Key responsibilities of this role include:
- Accessing SCADA for daily operation and alarm identification and action;
- Providing support for the reliable operation, optimisation and maintenance of life support and experimental systems; and
- Utilising strong plumbing skills to set up experimental systems and construct holding facilities for marine organisms.
About you
Underpinning your suitability for the role will be your relevant qualifications, trade certification, or equivalent experience aligned with the position summary and responsibilities. You are able to analyse problems, identify solutions, and take proactive steps to achieve positive outcomes. You can adapt quickly and effectively to changing circumstances in a dynamic work environment and have demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate within a team environment. The ability to operate, monitor, and optimise life support systems used in research, aquaculture, or aquarium environments and plumbing or construction experience is 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 3 Enhanced salary ($76,454 to $95,846 per annum) plus 15.4% superannuation
- Full-time, 2 year and 3 months, Fixed Term opportunity to 30 June 2028
- 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)
- Salary Sacrifice opportunities
- Access to Fitness Passport program, offering discounted membership to selected gyms
- Employee Assistance Program
Discover more about Working at AIMS | AIMS.
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 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.
Further information on the application process and tips for addressing Selection Criteria is available in our website Recruitment process | AIMS.
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 the "apply now" button below.
Position enquiries can be directed to Ben Lawes, NSS Operations Manager at b.lawes@aims.gov.au. Applications must be made through our website per above.
Applications close: SUNDAY, 26 APRIL 2026 (11.45PM, AEST).
Attachments:
- 21877 21878 21732 Candidate Information Pack.pdf