About AIMS
The Australian Institute of Marine Science is Australia’s tropical marine research agency.
We are a trusted advisor, a partner and employer of choice, and we value integrity, innovation, collaboration and respect. AIMS’ research of Australia’s tropical marine ecosystems guides their effective environmental management and contributes to our understanding of similar ecosystems around the world.
Our research seeks to deliver practical benefit to all Australians and supports the sustainable use of our tropical marine estate. Governments, reef managers, industry and the wider community look to our high-quality, long-term research for informed decisions about our iconic Great Barrier Reef, North-West Shelf, and Arafura and Timor Seas. AIMS expert teams at our locations in Townsville, Darwin and Perth have access to world-class infrastructure, unique datasets, cutting-edge laboratories, and a fleet of modern research vessels.
About this exciting opportunity
As a Fitter and Turner at AIMS, you will be responsible for manufacturing custom mechanical components using a wide array of production techniques including CNC and manual machining. You will work with a wide range of materials both ferrous and non-ferrous to meet diverse and varying design specifications.
You will be using your advanced technical proficiency, exceptional attention to detail, and strong problem-solving capabilities to ensure all components meet varying quality standards and align precisely with design intent. You will play an active role in developing, refining, and maintaining AIMS scientific equipment.
About you
As a Fitter and Turner, you will hold a Certificate IV in Engineering, or an equivalent certified trade or competency base qualification coupled with substantial post-apprenticeship experience. You will demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in CNC machine programming, set up and operation.
You will bring your expertise in operating medium-capacity equipment commonly used in general engineering machine workshops, ensuring efficient, safety and precise machining processes along with a level of experience in 3D CAD modelling and integrated CAM software.
Our ideal applicant would have some knowledge in the use of additive manufacturing technology and equipment along with basic experience in metal fabrication processes.
Apply now and join a world leading organisation with attractive working conditions. In line with our Enterprise Agreement, the successful candidate will be rewarded with:
* AIMS AOF Level 3 Enhanced (3.1 – 3.9) salary ($76,454 to $95,846 per annum) plus 15.4% superannuation
* Full-time, 9 month Temporary (Labour hire) opportunity
* Located in Townsville (Qld)
* 9-day fortnight, enjoy a long weekend each fortnight
* Flexible Work Arrangements considered including hybrid working (where suitable)
* Generous and supportive leave entitlements
* Access to Commuter car fleet arrangements to travel to site (in Townsville only)
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Please note:
Non-Australian Citizens must hold an appropriate Visa with working entitlements that allows paid employment with AIMS from commencement and for the full term of the appointment, depending on the relevant Department of Home Affairs current policies.
Next Step
Further information about this exciting and challenging opportunity is outlined in the Candidate Information Pack which is available to download from our website www.aims.gov.au. If, after reviewing the position description and selection criteria included in the Candidate Information Pack, you believe that your qualifications, experience and professional capabilities will enable you to successfully the deliver the position responsibilities, we encourage you to make an application via our website.
Submitting your Application: Please ensure that you have your completed documents (resume and cover letter) ready to attach to your online application form via our e-recruitment system which can be accessed via our website www.aims.gov.au.
Position enquiries are to be directed to Niall Jeeves, Mechanical Workshop Coordinator at ********@aims.gov.au. Applications must be made through our website per above.
Applications close: SUNDAY, 29 MARCH 2026 (11.45PM, AEST).
AIMS acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia's first scientists. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past, present and future, and the custodians of the land and sea Country on which we work.