Who we are

The Australian Antarctic Division (AAD) is part of the Commonwealth Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water. As primary agency for Australia's Antarctic Program (AAP), the AAD is responsible for achieving the Australian Government's Antarctic goals.

These goals are to:

• Maintain the Antarctic Treaty System and enhance Australia's influence within it.
• Protect the Antarctic environment.
• Understand the role of Antarctica in the global climate system
• Undertake scientific work of practical, economic and national significance.

The AAD also has responsibility for administering the Australian Antarctic Territory and the Territory of Heard and McDonald Islands.

The Assets and Technology (A&T) Branch provides and maintains the equipment and infrastructure to support the AAP. A&T Branch activities range from the maintenance of existing Antarctic stations and equipment through to the design, manufacture, testing, operation and procurement of advanced scientific equipment and systems. The Branch manages major infrastructure projects in support of AAP outcomes.

The Infrastructure Delivery Section is a key element of the A&T Branch and is responsible for the construction of the built infrastructure at Australia’s Antarctic and sub-Antarctic stations. The section carries out construction activities at the Antarctic and sub Antarctic stations and a project management group at the AAD’s head office in Kingston, Tasmania. It works closely with other sections within the branch to support the design, operation and maintenance of all station infrastructure

The Job

The Logistics Project Coordinator will be responsible for the planning, development and administration of integrated logistic & civil design (site establishment) for Planning, Design & Constructions Phases of Major Infrastructure projects. The position will be required to work in a dynamic environment with a multi-disciple team. The role is required to be responsive to changing project and organisational demands.

Working in conjunction with and reporting to the Project Lead, this position will work closely with the Australian Antarctic Division (AAD) Operations Branch, Environmental & Construction Sections to deliver the operational, logistical and site establishment components of the Planning, Design & Construction Phases of Major Infrastructure projects. This position requires an individual with good interpersonal skills, who is well organised and flexible with high level coordination skills, and the ability to produce work at the required level, often in tight timeframes

Flexible employment arrangements are available with the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water