Diving And Boating Safety Assistant

• An exciting growth opportunity, working in a dynamic field, supporting researchers manage risks associated with Diving and Boating activities.
• Level 6, full-time appointment on a permanent/ongoing basis.
• Salary range: $102,328 - $108,143 p.a. (total package).

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia's top university.
About the team
The role of Safety and Health is to develop, advise on and manage the implementation of the University's Work Health and Safety Program. Safety and Health provides a consultancy service to The University of Western Australia's community, thereby ensuring the provision and maintenance of the highest possible standards of health and safety for all employees, students, contractors, visitors and volunteers.
About the opportunity
As the individual reporting to the Technical Specialist (Diving and Boating), your role involves actively participating in UWA Diving and Boating operations alongside researchers. You may occasionally take on the responsibility of skippering a surveyed research vessel. Additionally, you will serve as a Dive Supervisor or diver in Scientific dive field operations within the state. Your responsibilities extend to assisting, assessing, and providing reviews, guidance, and approvals for fieldwork planning.
Your role requires you to assess competencies and report on boating and scientific diving activities conducted by the University, including snorkelling. Involvement in diver and Boating training programs is part of your responsibilities. You are tasked with ensuring that University boating and scientific diving activities align with UWA Diving and Boating procedures, guidelines, and state WHS or federal regulations. Moreover, you play a role in the maintenance of UWA's boats and safety equipment to ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.
About you
To succeed in this role, you should possess professional/occupational diving qualifications such as a Dive Instructor or ADAS, a Coxswains Grade 1 (or higher) Certificate of Competency and a current 'C' Class driver's license.
You will also maintain current first aid and oxygen provider certification, along with a certificate of medical fitness to AS/NZS 2299.1. In addition, you will be prepared to meet the physical requirements of the position by passing a fitness assessment.
While having a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment is desirable, those with relevant tertiary or VET training in marine studies are encouraged to apply.
About your application
Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:
The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.
You may also submit an additional statement (1 page max) outlining any personal circumstances which should be considered when assessing your application. Applicants who have experienced periods of academic/professional interruption or other relevant events can include a description of achievements relative to opportunity in this statement.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Monday, 15 January 2024.
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Starry, Technical Specialist (Diving and Boating), at (note University reopens Monday, 8 January 2024).
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
• We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
• We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
• We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.

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