Technical Officer (IMOS Ocean Radar Facility)

The University of Western Australia
📍 Australia, Western Australia, Australia 💼 Full Time 🕒 Posted July 04, 2026

Job Description

  • Support the operation, installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of high‑frequency ocean radar systems (WERA and CODAR SeaSonde) that deliver nationally significant coastal data across Australia.

  • Work hands‑on across field‑based and operational environments, applying systematic fault‑finding, preventative maintenance and technical problem‑solving to ensure reliable, high‑quality data delivery.

  • Collaborate with researchers, site caretakers, contractors and suppliers to support a distributed marine observing network, contributing to world‑class ocean and climate science.
  • About you

  • Practical experience installing, maintaining and troubleshooting electronic, RF, telecommunications or field‑based technical systems

  • Confidence using test equipment relevant to electronic or RF systems

  • The ability to work independently, show initiative and manage competing priorities

  • Strong organisational skills and atten...
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    Job Details

    • Location Australia, Western Australia
    • Job Type Full Time
    • Category Water Transportation Workers
    • Posted Date July 04, 2026
    • Application Deadline August 13, 2026