Through long-term partnerships, we connect the right people (You) with the right opportunities to shape careers and drive change in Australia and beyond.Synergie Australia is seeking an Estimator for our State Government client located in CairnsThe important parts:
Location: Cairns, QLD
Start date: ASAP - 3 month contract with possible extensions
Rate: $ 47.43p/h plus super - Casual rate
Must have Australian work rights and be a permanent resident (Working Holiday Visa holders need not apply)
What you will be required to do:
Work in a team environment to assist the collection of samples and data from Queensland’s fisheries, following documented sampling protocols.
Carry out processing of samples of fish (frames) in the field and laboratory, including measuring length, determining sex, removing otoliths and collecting tissue samples for genetic analyses.
Prepare otoliths for further examination (i.e. reading), including blocking in resin, sectioning using a high or low speed saw and mounting sections onto glass slides.
Help estimate the age of a fish by reading whole or sectioned otoliths.
Communicate well with other team members and stakeholders about sampling activities.
Apply high levels of scientific accuracy during sample and data collection, while maintaining integrity and respecting commercial, recreational, charter and indigenous sensitivities.
Exercise tact and discretion with colleagues and stakeholders and pass on important information to your supervisor and senior staff in an appropriate manner.
Assist other groups in Fisheries Queensland with priority work, as required.
To be successful in the role you will:
Experience in conducting fisheries surveys (lab and field work) to collect scientific data.
A good understanding of Office 365 applications, including Outlook, Teams, Excel and Sharepoint.
The ability to identify target and non-target species, caught in Queensland’s fisheries.
Understanding of Queensland’ commercial and recreational fisheries.
Current first aid certification (desirable).
Elements of shipboard safety training (desirable)
Mandatory requirements to this role are:
Associate Diploma in Science, Applied Science or Rural Science from a recognised tertiary institution, or equivalent academic qualification.
A current Queensland ‘C’ class drivers licence
The ability to travel away from home for periods of up to a week
This is a great opportunity to gain hands on experience with a great team of people and grow your skills in Primary Industry.
