SeaSim Senior Technical Officer x 2
Australian Institute of Marine Science
Townsville, Queensland, Australia
Others
About AIMS
The Australian Institute of Marine Science is Australia’s tropical marine research agency.
We are a trusted advisor, a partner and employer of choice, and we value integrity, innovation, collaboration and respect. AIMS’ research of Australia’s tropical marine ecosystems guides their effective environmental management and contributes to our understanding of similar ecosystems around the world.
Our research seeks to deliver practical benefit to all Australians and supports the sustainable use of our tropical marine estate. Governments, reef managers, industry and the wider community look to our high-quality, long-term research for informed decisions about our iconic Great Barrier Reef, North-West Shelf, and Arafura and Timor Seas. AIMS expert teams at our locations in Townsville, Darwin and Perth have access to world-class infrastructure, unique datasets, cutting-edge laboratories, and a fleet of modern research vessels.
About these exciting opportunities
As a SeaSim Senior Technical Officer you will play a key role in the AIMS National Sea Simulator (SeaSim) team where you will prove essential support for research activities. The Senior Technical Officer positions assist with the development, operation, and maintenance of aquarium systems used for experimentation, holding, propagation, and breeding of marine organisms for research projects conducted within SeaSim.
You will provide leadership and supervision to SeaSim Technical Officers, oversee the development of documentation for systems and processes and manage the operation, optimisation, and maintenance of project-specific life support systems.
About you
Underpinning your suitability for these roles will be your extensive experience in transforming research concepts into fully implemented solutions, including designing, procuring, constructing, commissioning, operating, monitoring, and optimising life support systems within the aquaculture or aquarium industry.
You will have advanced technical knowledge of operational requirements, including the maintenance of systems for marine species in captivity coupled with a proven ability and willingness to share information and provide clear instructions to support the development of less experienced team members.
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 ($97,503 to $110,957 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
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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 from our website www.aims.gov.au. If, after reviewing the position description and selection criteria 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 encourage you to make an application via our website.
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 our website www.aims.gov.au.
Position enquiries are to be directed to Ben Lawes, National Sea Simulator Operations Manager at [email protected]. Applications must be made through our website per above.
Applications close: SUNDAY, 18 JANUARY 2026 (11.45PM, AEST).
AIMS acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia's first scientists. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past, present and future, and the custodians of the land and sea Country on which we work.
About the company
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AIMS: Australia's tropical marine research agency.
The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) is an Australian Government statutory authority established in 1972. AIMS has highly developed capabilities in marine biodiversity, impacts and adaptation to climate change, water quality and ecosystem health. Fisheries, offshore oil and gas, mining, bulk ports, reef tourism and aquaculture industries have all benefited from AIMS research that is geared towards the protection and sustainable development of tropical marine resources.
The Institute maintains specialised, world class marine research facilities in Townsville, Perth and Darwin, providing ready access to Australia's tropical coasts and seas. The Institute operates two major vessels, the RV Cape Ferguson and the RV Solander, which support access to ecosystems across the continental shelf, and a fleet of smaller vessels that support near-shore fieldwork .
AIMS' research effort is designed to ensure that it is meeting the challenges facing our tropical marine ecosystems and the requirements of our stakeholders.