Field Operations Officer
2 days ago
APS 5 - $78,548 - $86,168
- Australian Antarctic
- Kingston - TAS
The Field Operations Officer (APS5) will work within the Field Operations team under the broad direction of the section’s coordinators, working on various projects and activities relating to the provision of field support to the Australian Antarctic Program (AAP). The position has both operational and administrative focus where the successful applicant will be required to work with a level of autonomy and be capable of managing and prioritising their own personal workloads and those of the section more broadly. Specifically, this position participates in the coordination of inventory management, procurement of field equipment and clothing, head office and station based stocktake activities and electronic consignment of cargo. The field operations environment is a dynamic and changeable one which requires a flexible and nimble approach to the way daily functions are prioritised. This position plays a key role in ensuring the delivery of safe field operations to the AAP.
**Who we are**
The Australian Antarctic Division (AAD) is part of the Commonwealth Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water. As primary agency for Australia's Antarctic Program (AAP), the AAD is responsible for achieving the Australian Government's Antarctic goals.
These goals are to:
- maintain the Antarctic Treaty System and enhance Australia's influence within it
- protect the Antarctic environment
- understand the role of Antarctica in the global climate system
- undertake scientific work of practical, economic and national significance.
The AAD also has responsibility for administering the Australian Antarctic Territory and the Territory of Heard and McDonald Islands.
Antarctic Operations and Safety Branch plan, coordinate, facilitate and deliver operations for the Australian Antarctic Program by safely resupplying and sustaining the Antarctic Stations and building operational capacity to deliver future Antarctic projects.
**The Job**
- The Field Operations Officer is responsible for coordinating head office and station based stocktake of field equipment and the procurement and resupply of consumable items.
- The role oversees and coordinates aspects of the electronic inventory management system to ensure that critical items of safety and personal protective equipment are supplied in a timely manner.
- The role is responsible for the electronic consignment of cargo to the AAP via shipping and aviation services.
- The role contributes to the management of relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, anticipating problems and contributing to issues management.
- The role provides administrative assistance and oversight to the broader management and leadership of the Field Operations team.
- The role assists in the delivery of deep field camps to the AAP by supporting the bespoke and evolving needs of field operations in extremely remote environments.
- The role supports the vision and objective of the Field Operations section.
**Please note** that the successful applicant may be required to travel to the Antarctic and sub-Antarctic regions therefore they may be required to meet specific medical, adaptability and personal qualities requirements appropriate to working in those environments. In order to undertake travel to the Antarctic & sub-Antarctic regions they will need to:
- demonstrate the range of personal qualities and interpersonal skills necessary to perform as a successful team member within isolated Antarctic and sub-Antarctic environments
- demonstrate an ability to effectively adapt and respond to the demands of living and working in an isolated and confined environment as determined by a psychological (adaptability) assessment
- be certified as fit for Antarctic service by the AAD’s Polar Medicine Unit.
**What we are looking for**
**Knowledge and experience**
- A demonstrated ability to adapt to change and prioritise work in a rapidly evolving operational environment.
- A proven ability to communicate, liaise and maintain relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience undertaking research and analysis to support informed decision making.
- A strong and demonstrable understanding of outdoor survival and safety equipment.
- Experience in the development and management of inventory management systems including the formation of linkages between system usage and procurement practices.
- Experience working in a fast-paced team environment including the planning and implementation of operational projects and activities.
- A demonstrated ability to rapidly acquire new skills and knowledge and become an efficient and effective team member.
**Skills and capabilities**
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to clearly message and positively influence others.
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic workin
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