ABOUT YOU

We are seeking a motivated individual who thrives in a remote and dynamic work environment with a small team. As the Maintenance Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring that buildings and equipment in the station are kept to a high standard to enable our visitors to conduct their projects as planned. You have extensive experience working with outboard motors, small engines and/or pumps, and general building maintenance. You are very good at troubleshooting and can work independently with limited supervision. You have a good level of fitness and can perform tasks in outdoor or non-air-conditioned areas in a tropical climate. You enjoy living in a tropical island with a small group of people.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Physically fit to perform strenuous manual work in a tropical environment
• Current full driver licence

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience working in remote locations
• Demonstrated experience in maintenance roles and/or relevant trade certificates (see below)
• Current forklift operator’s licence
• Current driver’s licence
• Current recreational boat operator’s licence or higher- level boating qualification
• Outboard motor or diesel engine mechanic, electrical mechanic, plumber, welder, refrigeration mechanic, etc.
• Advanced first aid qualifications (at least first aid, CPR, oxygen resuscitation)
• Marine radio operator licence
• Chainsaw licence
  Benefits
  You will be provided with free accommodation (including utilities) on the island.
  Generous leave entitlements.
  Besides working together with other like-minded people, you will have excellent outdoor recreational opportunities on your days off.

We are looking for a Maintenance Officer to ensure plant and equipment at the Lizard Island Research Station are kept in a productive and safe state.

Employment Status:

• General Clerk 3/4
• Full time, ongoing role
• Live and work on Lizard Island
• Job-sharing arrangements may be considered for the right candidate(s) (i.e., six months on, six months off)
• Partner hire may be considered for the right candidate (see Accommodation Officer role link)

Click on the following links to begin the journey to find your new career at the AM

• Role Description
• AM Candidate Pack

You will be paid a competitive annual salary $84,659 - $92,701, plus employer’s contribution to superannuation (currently 12%) and annual leave loading.