Technical Officer

Responsibilities

• Support the operation, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of high-frequency ocean radar systems (WERA and CODAR SeaSonde).
• Perform hands-on field work, including systematic fault-finding and preventative maintenance to ensure reliable data delivery.
• Collaborate with researchers, site caretakers, contractors, and suppliers to support a distributed marine observing network.
• Manage technical documentation and reporting related to system performance and maintenance activities.

Requirements

• Practical experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electronic, RF, telecommunications, or field-based technical systems.
• Proficiency in using test equipment relevant to electronic or RF systems.
• Possession of a valid "C" class driver's licence.
• Ability to undertake frequent domestic travel within Australia and international travel (USA and Germany) for training.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for collaborative teamwork.

Benefits

• 17% superannuation contribution.
• Flexible working options considered.
• 26 weeks paid parental leave (after one year of service) and 36 weeks (after five years).
• 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase additional leave.
• Salary packaging options and incremental progression based on continuous service.
• Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses.

About the Company

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive universities and is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world. This role sits within the IMOS Ocean Radar Facility, part of a nationally significant marine observing network dedicated to world-class coastal science and ocean observation.