Assistant Hydrographer - Shepparton

Field Technician | Assistant Hydrographer

Imagine your future with us

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.

When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innovate, create, and thrive.

Our global team turns up each day with passion and commitment to do amazing things, always challenging our thinking to find ways to solve some of the world’s most complex problems for a safer, healthier world.

The Role

A diverse, challenging role largely dependent on fieldwork (kayaking, hiking, working from boats, 4WD’ing) accompanied with data management, client liaison and project management responsibilities. All with the support of your 1-1 mentor!

The successful candidate will receive extensive invested formalised and in house training program as part of your career development plan:

• Company sponsored certification and membership of the Australian Hydrographic Association.
• Company sponsored support in completing industry specific Diploma qualifications.
• Advanced Life Support First Aid course
• 4WD driver training
• In house systems, equipment and role specific technical training
• One-on-one mentoring
  
  

Salary and role adjustments considered for experienced hydrographers looking for change with assured confidentiality throughout the recruitment process.

The day to day

• Hands on role, with a strong focus on teamwork, reliability, and initiative,
• Routine visitation and maintenance of remote environmental monitoring sites, consisting mainly of stream flow monitoring stations,
• Collect and verify environmental data using specialist software packages and scientific instruments,
• Accurate Record keeping including field notes, photographs, and maps,
• Assisting in the upgrade of old, and installation of new environmental monitoring stations, including the use of a wide range of hand and power tools.
  
  

The Essentials:

• Proficient in the use of hand, power, and pneumatic tools or willingness to learn.
• Environmental science or trades quals and/or experience,
• A proactive mindset, able to work both independently and co-operatively,
• Physically fit with an affinity for working outdoors, competent swimmer,
• Electronics / mechanical aptitude
• Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Manual drivers license
  
  

Working at ALS

Our people drive our success at ALS.

We are a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. We reward excellence and uphold our values in our work and how we treat each other.

At ALS, you’ll be supported to expand your skills and develop new ones so you can reach your full potential. We invest in our people with a range of programs and provide opportunities across the company, giving our people scope to grow diverse careers and develop as leaders.

We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and the communities where we work.

Our Benefits Include

• Health fund discounts with Bupa
• Opportunity to salary sacrifice car costs with Autopia
• Corporate superannuation benefits with Australian Retirement Trust
• Online learning system with extensive modules of choice
• Friendly working environment with accessible management
• Influenza Vaccinations
• Opportunities to progress and develop your career within ALS, including global opportunities for suitable candidates
  
  

Everyone matters

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

About ALS

ALS is a global leader in scientific testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in more than 60 countries across a wide range of industries, including environment, food and beverage, mining, personal care, pharmaceutical, healthcare and equipment reliability. Using state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies, our dedicated international teams deliver the highest-quality testing services and personalised solutions supported by local expertise. We help our clients leverage the power of data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work at ALS you must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.

How To Apply

Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.