Senior Field & Fleet Officer

University of Tasmania; Hobart; On-site; AUD 92,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 Weeks paid parental leave for prime

17% Superannuation contribution

Health and fitness membership options

Accommodation and Car Hire discounts

Health Insurance and Banking

Novated Leasing

Relocation Support

Job summary

The University of Tasmania is seeking a Senior Field and Fleet Officer to ensure safe, effective, and compliant field activities across the School of Natural Sciences, supporting staff and students with operational expertise, training, and field-trip coordination.

You will manage a fleet of 12 vehicles and related equipment, oversee risk assessments and safety procedures, and report to the SNS Operations Manager while collaborating with a diverse academic community.

Qualifications

• Combination of extensive relevant work experience and/or education/training.
• Significant experience in providing technical field support including risk assessments, safe working practices and standard operating protocols.
• Strong WHS knowledge and safe work systems management, including field and driving hazards.
• Experience managing a fleet of assets, 4WD vehicles would be advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse and solve complex technical and non-technical problems and to adapt rapidly to changing priorities and tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with students, staff and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day field and fleet operations ensuring effective coordination, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Provide safety management support to staff and students by facilitating fieldwork risk assessments, coordinating inductions and organising further training where required.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of SNS safety procedures including SOPs, SWPs, Risk Assessments and induction materials.
• Manage and maintain vehicle, trailer and other field equipment including oversight of booking systems and monthly billing reports.
• Coordinate asset use and maintenance, ensuring timely servicing and repair of vehicles, trailers and field equipment.

Job description

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

• Manage field operations, fleet assets and safety compliance across diverse scientific disciplines.
• Support staff and students through operational expertise, training and field-trip coordination.
• Full Time, Ongoing role, based in Hobart (Sandy Bay Campus)

About The Opportunity

The Senior Field and Fleet Officer is responsible for ensuring the safe, effective, and compliant operation of field activities across the School of Natural Sciences (SNS), providing operational, teaching, and training support to staff and students. The role oversees strategic planning, project and asset management, and compliance with University and legislative Work Health and Safety requirements, while managing a fleet of 12 vehicles, trailers, and associated field and communications equipment that support hundreds of field trips annually. Reporting to the SNS Operations Manager and supported by a direct report (Technical Officer – Field & Fleet), the position serves a diverse school encompassing Biology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Mathematics, and Physics, supporting both teaching and research activities that rely on fieldwork and fleet resources.

What You’ll Do

• Manage day-to-day field and fleet operations ensuring effective coordination, safety, and operational efficiency
• Provide safety management support to staff and students by facilitating fieldwork risk assessments, coordinating inductions and organising further training where required.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of SNS safety procedures including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Safe Work Procedures (SWPs), Risk Assessments and induction materials.
• Manage and maintain vehicle, trailer and associated field equipment including oversight of booking systems (e.g. PoolCar) and preparation of accurate monthly billing reports.
• Coordinate asset use and maintenance, ensuring timely servicing and repair of vehicles, trailers and field equipment

What We’re Looking For

• Combination of extensive relevant work experience and/or education/training.
• Significant experience in providing technical field support including experience in the development and implementation of risk assessments, safe working practices and standard operating protocols in a changing environment.
• Strong WHS knowledge and safe work systems management, including strong knowledge of field and driving hazards and managing them.
• Experience managing a fleet of assets, 4WD vehicles would be advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse and solve complex technical and non-technical problems and to adapt rapidly to changing priorities and tasks. Experience with remote area communications and specialised off road vehicles will be advantageous
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with students, professional staff and academic staff at all levels, and external stakeholders, and the ability to work in a flexible and collaborative manner.

What’s on Offer?

Benefits

As we look toward 2050, we remain committed to fostering excellence, collaboration, and transformative education - preparing graduates to navigate the challenges of a rapidly changing world, and shape its future. While remaining true to our Tasmanian roots, this career defining role will see you significantly contribute to our dedication to making a difference for, and from, Tasmania. In return for your experience, you’ll have access to an array of staff benefits and discounts including:

• 26 Weeks paid parental leave for primary care givers
• 17% Superannuation contribution
• Health and fitness membership options
• Accommodation and Car Hire discounts
• Health Insurance and Banking
• Novated Leasing
• Relocation Support

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 6 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $116,872 comprising base salary within the range of $92,120 to $99,891 plus 17% superannuation. Relocation support may be available to the successful candidate, helping make a move to Tasmania as seamless as possible.

Applications close Sunday, 18 October 2026, 11.55pm

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.