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SeaSim Instrumentation Officer

Australian Institute of Marine Science

Townsville, QLD, Australia

AUD 100,818-114,730 / year

Posted on Jun 13, 2026

About this exciting opportunity

As AIMS’ SeaSim Instrumentation Officer you will lead a small team and contribute to the delivery of the SeaSim instrumentation quality program. This role is responsible for the application and continuous improvement of Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) practices across the lifecycle of instrumentation systems along with the operational delivery and continuous improvement of instrumentation and control capabilities within the SeaSim Precinct through the application of technical expertise, effective maintenance practices, and accurate data management.

You will support daily operations, experimental instrumentation setup including commissioning, integration, and improvement of control systems. This role is required to participate in rostered and out of hours support and provide troubleshooting, resolving instrumentation faults and assisting with data analysis to support system and experimental performance.

About you

You will hold a formal qualification in Instrumentation, Control, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience, coupled with a Current Queensland Electrical Licence. You will bring demonstrated experience in the installation, maintenance, and calibration of instrumentation associated with control systems including a proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex faults in instrumentation, control systems, and associated electronic hardware.

Our ideal applicant will demonstrate practical experience in water treatment plant operations, including reverse osmosis (RO) systems and associated instrumentation, aquarium and water filtration systems along with knowledge of Industrial communications protocols such as, Profibus, Profinet and Modbus, including installation, maintenance, and diagnostics of networks

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 ($100,818 to $114,730 per annum) plus 15.4% superannuation
Full-time, Permanent 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)
Salary Sacrifice opportunities
Access to Fitness Passport program, offering discounted membership to selected gyms
Employee Assistance Program
Relocation assistance available

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 Steven Green, Senior Controls and Electrical Technician at s.green@aims.gov.au. Applications must be made through our website per above.

Applications close: SUNDAY, 12 JULY 2026 (11.45PM, AEST).

Attachments:
- 21160 Candidate Information Pack.pdf

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