We offer the following opportunity to join our world-class research and teaching facility based on Orpheus Island on the Great Barrier Reef. Provide high-quality operational, technical and teaching support of facilities that enables efficient day-to-day activities of the Orpheus Island Research Station.
The role involves a rotational roster system for full-time staff, with 4 weeks onsite and 2 weeks off or 2 weeks onsite and 1 week off. The salary is HEWL 6: $88,391 - $95,736 + 17% superannuation with Uni-super + allowances, and a 2.75% pay rise from Dec 2025.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Station Officer is a unique opportunity like no other, where you will live and work on the island on a rostered basis as part of a small but dedicated team. In this varied role, no two days will be the same, and you could be facilitating and supporting research and teaching activities, operations of boating, diving or snorkelling activities, or assisting with administration, housekeeping, and general maintenance duties.
With a thorough understanding of Work, Health and Safety legislation, you will apply this to research, teaching, boating and diving activities and can demonstrate a willingness to work within a small team and a diverse range of clientele in a remote research environment. You have great organisational, problem-solving, and administrative skills, and demonstrated well-developed communication, interpersonal skills and a willingness to maintain highly effective working relationships with a variety of people.
WHAT YOU CAN BRING TO THE ROLE
Passionate about inspiring the next generation, you will lead the delivery of science education and outreach programs, including the Classroom on the Reef program. With a degree in marine science and an enthusiasm for hands-on teaching, you will facilitate engaging field-based learning experiences for high school students, contribute to supporting research and assist with the safe and effective delivery of educational and scientific activities.
Orpheus Island Research Station (OIRS)
OIRS is both a teaching and research facility situated within the Palm Island group on the Great Barrier Reef. Orpheus Island offers an abundance of riches to marine, estuarine, and terrestrial research. Researchers and Educational groups visit OIRS to study the well-developed fringing and mid-shelf reefs, mangroves, hundreds of species of fish and corals, sponges, and the eucalypt forests that dominate the island's inland regions.
WHY JCU?
JCU offers a culturally diverse working environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth. Employee wellbeing is at the core of our values, and we support our people through the provision of flexible working conditions and many other exclusive benefits, including:
* A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper
* The equivalent of 5 weeks of annual recreation leave
* 15 days of paid sick/personal/carers leave per year
* Flexible working options
* Attractive options for salary packaging
* Fitness Passport
* Employee Assistance Program
* Professional development support
* Corporate discount on health insurance premiums
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, click the 'apply' button to be redirected to the JCU careers page and follow the below steps:
1. Complete the application form
2. Upload your current resume
3. Upload a cover letter outlining your relevant experience in relation to the key requirements of the role and how your skills and experience will ensure your success.
Ideally, you will be able to commence work by December 2025. For further information relating to the role, please email
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement : JCU is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
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