Operations Manager (IOMRC)

Job no:509563
Work type:full time
Location:Crawley
Categories:Administration & Executive support, Research support, Technical/Laboratory support

Oceans Institute

• An opportunity to be part of a team supporting a large-scale multi-institutional partnership undertaking globally important marine research based at the University of Western Australia Perth campus
• Full-time, Three year, fixed term opportunity
• Salary range: Level 8 $101,337 – $110,766 p.a. plus 17% superannuation  

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked amongst the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive universities.  With an enviable 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 Indian Ocean Marine Research Centre (IOMRC) is a collaboration that brings together four of Australia's leading research organisations working in and around the Indian Ocean:

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (Fisheries)

Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS)

Oceans & Atmosphere (CSIRO)

UWA Oceans Institute

The collaboration includes the development of multi-disciplinary IOMRC collaborative research initiatives to significantly advance Australia's marine science capacity, capability, and profile.

About the opportunity  

As the appointee you will, under broad direction, oversee the supervision and line management of the IOMRC staff team by establishing and managing processes and projects to ensure the effective and efficient functioning of the IOMRC buildings and lab spaces (including compliance), supporting initiatives to enhance the IOMRC research partnership and assist with achieving strategic goals.

You will also manage the operational administration and day to day activities at both the IOMRC Waterman’s Bay and IOMRC Crawley research sites with guidance from the key stakeholders.  In addition, you will liaise with IOMRC partners, UWA Campus Management and others for the fabric and operation of the two IOMRC buildings.

To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate: 

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or demonstrated equivalent competency
• Relevant postgraduate qualification (desirable)
• Demonstrated knowledge and substantial relevant experience in the operational requirements of diverse types of marine and laboratory research (i.e., molecular biology, marine ecology, engineering, oceanography) in university, research institution, industrial or similar settings
• Demonstrated knowledge and practical application of relevant legislative and regulatory requirements in the areas of occupational health and safety, biosafety and biosecurity, and animal ethics
• Demonstrated ability to supervise staff and build effective working teams
• Demonstrated ability to build capability through training and coaching
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to long term planning and key strategic direction

About you  

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:  Position Description - IOMRC Operations Manager 509563.docx

You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria . 

Closing date: 11:55pm on Thursday 2 June 2022

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. We celebrate inclusion and diversity and believe gender equity is fundamental to achieving our goal of being a top 50 university by 2050. 

• We have child friendly areas on campus, including childcare facilities. Flexible work arrangements, part-time hours and job sharing will all be considered. 
• UWA has been awarded Bronze Employer Status for being a Top Ten Employer for LGBTI Inclusion by the Australian Workplace Equity Index (AWEI -2021). 
• UWA has also been awarded Athena Swan Bronze Accreditation in 2020.    

Advertised:19 May 2022 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:02 Jun 2022 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time