30th January, 2025
Are you enthusiastic and eager to learn? Do you enjoy a work balance that is hands-on and outdoorsy yet technical and science-oriented?
We have a career-changing opportunity waiting for you in Hydrographics – an industry that combines science, engineering, the environment, data management and cuttting-edge technology with the largest AUS Hydrographics team.
The Role:
A diverse, challenging role largely dependent on fieldwork (kayaking, hiking, working from boats, 4WD’ing) accompanied with data management, client liaison and project management responsibilities. All with the support of your 1-1 mentor!
The successful candidate will receive extensive invested formalised and in house training program as part of your career development plan:
- Company sponsored certification and membership of the Australian Hydrographic Association.
- Company sponsored support in completing industry specific Diploma qualifications.
- Advanced Life Support First Aid course
- 4WD driver training
- In house systems, equipment and role specific technical training
- One-on-one mentoring
Salary and role adjustments considered for experienced hydrographers looking for change with assured confidentiality throughout the recruitment process.
The Day to Day: - Hands on role, with a strong focus on teamwork, reliability, and initiative,
- Routine visitation and maintenance of remote environmental monitoring sites, consisting mainly of stream flow monitoring stations,
- Collect and verify environmental data using specialist software packages and scientific instruments,
- Accurate Record keeping including field notes, photographs, and maps,
- Assisting in the upgrade of old, and installation of new environmental monitoring stations, including the use of a wide range of hand and power tools
The Essentials: - Proficient in the use of hand, power, and pneumatic tools or willingness to learn.
- Environmental science or trades quals and/or experience,
- A proactive mindset, able to work both independently and co-operatively,
- Physically fit with an affinity for working outdoors, competent swimmer,
- Electronics / mechanical aptitude
- Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Manual drivers license
APPLY NOW! Applications will be considered as they are received.
Everyone matters - ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.
Indigenous and female applicants are encouraged to apply.
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