Fisheries Field Project Officer - Eastern Australia Travel

Australasian Fish Passage Services Pty Ltd · $65,000 - $80,000 p.a. Full-time.; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Australasian Fish Passage Services Pty Ltd is seeking a Fisheries Project Officer to assist with the implementation of fish passage projects, fish migration monitoring and research across Eastern Australia. The role will be based in Newcastle or Rockhampton with travel across eastern regions, and may include overseas roles.

You will contribute to field sampling, data entry and reporting, assist with habitat rehabilitation projects, and support project teams in remote locations.

Qualifications

• A qualification in fisheries science, aquatic ecology, natural resource management or a related field.
• Willingness to travel for fieldwork and work flexible hours when required.
• Willingness to learn and use field sampling equipment relevant to fisheries work.
• Basic computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Recreational Boat Licence.
• Coxwains Grade 3 Certification or, ability to obtain one.
• White Card (Construction Induction) or ability to obtain one.
• Current CPR and/or First Aid training or willingness to complete it.
• Unrestricted Driver’s Licence with a safe driving history.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of projects by assisting with communications with stakeholders and landholders, under supervision.
• Assist with GIS mapping and data entry tasks to support project planning and reporting.
• Help prepare waterway barrier works assessments under guidance from senior staff.
• Participate in biological sampling of freshwater fish communities, including assisting with electrofishing, netting and trapping.
• Assist with field logistics and on-site support during habitat rehabilitation project construction and monitoring.
• Support senior staff and contractors during the construction and monitoring phases of projects.
• Enter and organise sampling data, and assist with basic data checks and summaries.
• Help prepare figures, tables, and contribute to drafting sections of technical and non-technical reports and presentations.
• Carry out administrative tasks as directed to support the daily operations of AFPS

Skills

Communication skills

Willingness to travel

Basic computer skills

Driver's Licence

First Aid/CPR

Boat licence

White Card

Education

Fisheries science / aquatic ecology / natural resource management degree

Tools

GIS mapping

Job description

Australasian Fish Passage Services Pty Ltd is seeking a Fisheries Project Officer to assist with the implementation of fish passage projects, fish migration monitoring and research across Eastern Australia. The role will be based in Newcastle or Rockhampton with travel across eastern regions, and may include overseas roles.

You will contribute to field sampling, data entry and reporting, assist with habitat rehabilitation projects, and support project teams in remote locations.