- The annual base salary (while in Australia) is $86,147 per annum
- Base salary + additional allowances when in Antarctica starts from $156,684 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 an Information Technology Officer (ITO) with the Australian Antarctic Division (AAD) you will provide information and communications technology (ICT) support services for Antarctic stations. You may assist with the repair and installation of ICT infrastructure.
ITOs are under supervision of the Telecommunications Officer (TO). You will work as a team with the other communications staff to manage workload and tasks in support of operational and technical priorities.
ITOs are employed during the summer season at Casey and Davis stations.
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
- Driver’s licence – 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
- Baseline security clearance
- 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 commencement
- Provide Basic Emergency Life Support (HLTAID010) must be valid for at least 18 months beyond the date of commencement
- Provide CPR (HLTAID009) must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of commencement
Knowledge and experience
Within the last 5 years:
- Three or more years working on an IT Service Desk, directly providing on-site and phone support
- Experience with the following end user hardware and software:
- Desktop and laptop computers
- Computer Operating Systems
- Microsoft Office
- Antivirus, Anti-Malware, etc.
- Peripherals
- Smartphones and Tablets
- Databases
- Experience with installing and maintaining enterprise ICT equipment, including:
- Servers and enterprise storage
- Network equipment
- VoIP/unified communications equipment
- Proven experience using IT Service Management software
- A demonstrated client-focused approach, particularly in identifying and documenting clients’ requirements, maintaining ownership of issues and ensuring appropriate communication with the client. You will be experienced with conveying technical information to a diverse client base with varying levels of technical understanding
- Ability to support a variety of computer and mobile operating systems, hardware and software. The Antarctic Division SOE is Windows 11 but expeditioners may bring along any type of computer hardware and software
- Ability to investigate, research and collaborate with team members to resolve complex ICT issues
Desirable
These are not essential to the role, however, to be suitable you will need to have at least some of these. We encourage you to apply even if you do not fit 100% of the requirements.
Qualifications/licences
Provide copies in your application:
- Open Cabling Licence or have successfully completed Open Cabling Registration training
- A relevant degree in computing/ICT or comparable qualification
- Licenses or certifications eg ITIL, CCNA, Microsoft, HDI
Knowledge and experience
Within the last 5 years:
- Maintenance and repair of electronic equipment
Contact
For general enquiries, please email the Hays Expeditioner Recruitment Team at antarctica@hays.com.au.
For job specific (technical or trade related) enquiries, or to discuss the role in more detail, please contact ICT Management Team at ICTManagementTeam@aad.gov.au.
Applications will not be accepted via email.
How to apply
- Read about the essential information for all applicants and life as an expeditioner. This is an overview of the recruitment and selection process.
- Review the job description. This describes the job and specifies essential qualifications and experience. It also tells you what documents you need to attach to your application.
- Have your documents ready to attach (e.g., licences, qualifications and current CV/résumé). You must include these to be considered for the job.
- When you have completed steps 1 to 3 above, click ‘Apply Now’✱ to start your application. Applications will not be accepted via email.
