Senior Technical Officer Dive Fisheries

• Delivering advanced field operations that underpin sustainable research on Tasmanias unique dive fisheries
• Seeking a motivated and outcome-driven individual to lead a dynamic team
• Full time ongoing role based in Hobart

About the opportunity

We are seeking a motivated and outcome-driven individual to provide technical leadership within the Dive Fisheries Team at the Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies (IMAS). The Senior Technical Officer (STO) supports research on Tasmanias invertebrate dive fisheries and contributes to related projects across the Wild Fisheries Program. The role oversees technical operations manages resources and staff and ensures all field activities meet Work Health and Safety (WH&S) standards.

Working with senior researchers the STO will plan and deliver field programs including dive and underwater imagery sampling surveys on wave-exposed rocky shores. The position also supports laboratory analyses sample processing and the management and analysis of research data.

What youll do:

• Provide technical leadership and coordination for field and laboratory operations within the Dive Fisheries Team.
• Plan manage and implement field research programs on invertebrate dive fisheries.
• Develop maintain and innovate technical systems and equipment to support field surveys and data collection.
• Manage data quality analysis and reporting ensuring accurate timely and well-documented research outputs.
• Foster effective collaboration and communication within IMAS and with external partners.

What were looking for:

• A degree in a relevant scientific field for example marine science environmental science or aquaculture.
• Practical experience and knowledge in fisheries and marine ecological research.
• Knowledge of abalone and/or commercial dive fisheries and/or the biology/ecology of the species they harvest.
• Demonstrated ability in the use of scientific computer programs (R word-processing spreadsheets and databases) simple statistical analyses and GIS operations.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a high level of autonomy using initiative and judgment with a solution focus.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 6 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $116872 comprising base salary within the range of $92120 to $99891 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• To apply online please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role skills capabilities and experience. You do not need to separately address the success criteria.
• For further information about this position please contact John Keane Senior Research Fellow - Wild Fisheries
• Please visit for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• For current UTAS staff in submitting your application you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

Position DescriptionSenior Technical Officer - Dive

Applications close Wednesday 10 December 2025 11.55pm

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