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Associate Lecturer – Seafaring 

• Dynamic role with mobility across different locations
• Expertise in seafaring-related disciplines and adherence to educational standards are key
• Full time, ongoing role, based in Launceston, Tasmania

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the palawa/pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

About the opportunity

This position undertakes teaching and administrative duties specifically in Maritime Operations and Coastal Seafaring, Engineering, Safety and Deck. Teaching includes conducting tutorials and theory lessons, practical training sessions and associated marking. These activities will primarily be at AQF levels 1 to 5, with some undergraduate degree level delivery. Training and assessment will be conducted in accordance with university procedures, requirements of regulatory authorities, and VET standards as appropriate.

The position is also required to undertake administrative duties within AMC’s Centre for Seafaring and Maritime Operations (CSMO) (and, as appropriate, the wider University) and is required to engage in scholarly and professional activities appropriate to the professional seafarer related disciplines.

While the position is based in Launceston, the appointee will be required to contribute to the CSMO meeting its teaching and other commitments at the Beauty Point and Bell Bay campuses and may be required to contribute in other Tasmanian locations as well as interstate and internationally.

What you’ll do:

• Make an effective and sustained contribution to the University in achieving its strategic objectives and fulfilling its operational responsibilities.
• Co-ordinate and/or conduct lectures, tutorials, practical classes, workshops, and field excursions in both on-campus and online environments.
• Contribute to research/scholarship outputs of the CSMO.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of productive and effective links inside the University and locally and nationally with the discipline, relevant interdisciplinary domains, profession, industry and/or wider community.

­What we’re looking for:

•  An Australian-issued Certificate of Competency (CoC) for Master less than 24m near coastal, or a relevant/higher Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping (STCW) CoC, with relevant seagoing industry experience (highly desirable CoC Master less than 45m neat coastal).
• An Australian-issued CoC Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 near coastal or higher, with relevant seagoing industry experience (desirable).
• A demonstrated ability to prepare and conduct training using a range of innovative and flexible delivery and assessment methods, and to prepare and conduct curriculum, teaching and training, practical classes, field excursions and assess student achievement.
• Demonstrated high level written and oral communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Experience in vocational training and assessment and preferably hold a current TAE40116, Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or equivalent).
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a team environment.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level A and will have a total remuneration package of up to $121,737 comprising base salary within the range of $80,462 to $104,049 plus 17% superannuation.

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How to Apply

• To apply online, please provide the following supporting documentation:
  • Resume
  • Cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role
  • Your responses to the success criteria from the Position Description below
• For further information about this position, please contact Phillip Lenthall, Deputy Director Maritime Operations & Coastal Seafaring, Phillip.Lenthall@utas.edu.au or 0438 000 866
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 Position Description -500266 - Associate Lecturer - Seafaring.pdf

Applications close Tuesday, 17 September 2024, 11.55pm