- The annual base salary when in Australia starts from $102,380 per annum.
- Base salary + additional allowances when on voyage to and from Antarctica starts from $172,917 per annum.
- A generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 15.4% will be paid in addition to salary and allowances.
- You will accrue recreation leave at the equivalent of 20 days per annum pro rata. Please note that recreation leave is not available in Antarctica, but will be paid out on return to Australia.
As a Deputy Voyage Leader (DVL) onboard Australia’s icebreaker RSV Nuyina, you will assist the Voyage Leader (VL) assisting in leading diverse team of multi-skilled expeditioners on a wide range of exciting science and logistics programs in one of the most remote, isolated and beautiful places on the planet.
The Australian Antarctic Division (AAD) is part of the Commonwealth Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water. The AAD is committed to a diverse workplace and seeks to foster a positive and inclusive culture for all employees.
You will be responsible for the safety, physical and emotional wellbeing of the expeditioner community onboard the vessel and the coordination and/or management of onboard programs and expedition personnel (irrespective of employment affiliation or nationality).
The AAD’s Antarctic shipping program traditionally operates from October to April each season and is developed around the priorities for scientific research and station resupply activities, in-line with the ideal environmental periods for vessel access to the AAD’s stations. Each voyage will have at least one DVL onboard and voyage duration can range from 25 days through to 80 days. When required, the DVL will be expected to perform the duties of the Voyage Leader during voyages to ensure that AAD leadership is maintained at all times during voyage operations.
What we are looking for
Essential
To apply for this role you must have the skills and licences listed below:
Qualifications/licences
Provide copy with application:
- Project or Logistics Management – Tertiary qualifications in project or logistics management and/or demonstrated industry experience.
- Driver’s Licence – A current, unrestricted “C” class (manual) Australian driver’s licence.
- Citizenship – In accordance with the PS Act 1999, Australian Public Service employees are required to be Australian citizens. Persons who are not Australian citizens will generally only be considered where there are no suitable Australian applicants, with next considerations being Australian residents with work rights and New Zealand citizens.
Obtain prior to commencement:
- Valid Passport – The expiry date of the passport (and any relevant visa) must be at least 6 months beyond the planned end date of your intended stay in the Antarctic or sub-Antarctic.
- Provide First Aid (HLTAID011) must be valid for at least 18 months beyond the date of AAD commencement.
- Provide basic emergency life support (HLTAID010) must be valid for at least 18 months beyond the date of AAD commencement.
- Provide CPR (HLTAID009) must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of AAD commencement.
Knowledge and experience
Manage to Achieve Results
- Experience in successfully coordinating, implementing and/or supporting a diverse range of policies, programs and projects, including logistics and science projects to ensure AAP objectives and priorities are met
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to current WH&S legislation and its practical application in the workplace to ensure scientific and logistics operations are conducted safely
- A proven ability to apply risk management methodologies, as well as compliance and assurance processes in the maritime environment
- Demonstrated commitment to contemporary environmental management principles and practices
Lead the Community
- Proven ability to be accepted and respected as a leader that maintains productive, diverse and inclusive operational teams
- Ability to develop and maintain a productive and cohesive community by resolving conflict and by modelling and promoting appropriate standards of behaviour
- Proven interpersonal sensitivity and the ability to be open and interactive in decision making and problem solving
- Brings an innovative approach to exploring options and influencing decisions supported by data and evidence
- Ability to assess the performance of others, provide appropriate feedback and counselling and prepare written performance reports
- Demonstrated commitment to workplace diversity principles and willingness and ability to address discrimination and harassment issues
Demonstrate Personal Effectiveness
- Proven ability to work efficiently under both personal and general pressure in changing circumstances and to cope with physical and emotional isolation
- Demonstrated well developed written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrated, well-developed, problem-solving skills
Desirable
Knowledge and experience
- Experience in leading/coordinating projects in remote environments.
Contact
For general enquiries, please email the Hays Expeditioner Recruitment Team at antarctica@hays.com.au.
