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1 POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION TITLE: BUSINESS UNIT: TENURE: LOCATION: Hydrographic Surveyor Infrastructure Permanent Full-Time Townsville CLASSIFICATION: POTL 6 NAME: SIGNATURE: Date: / / DIRECT SUBORDINATES: Nil OTHER SUBORDINATES: Nil SUPERVISOR: Manager Engineering NAME OF SUPERVISOR: SIGNATURE: Date: / / GENERAL MANAGER: General Manager Infrastructure NAME OF GENERAL MANAGER: SIGNATURE: Date: / / NOTE: Signature confers acceptance of the duties, responsibilities etc detailed within. Page 1 of 6

2 SELECTION CRITERIA: Applicants should specifically address each of the selection criteria, as short listing and selection will be based upon these selection criteria. Essential SC1 SC2 SC3 SC4 SC5 SC6 SC7 SC8 AHSCP recognised Qualification in Surveying (minimum H2) and a minimum of 2 years of practical experience in Hydrography with a significant proportion of this experience in Coastal Zone Hydrography. Demonstrated ability to effectively conduct and manage Class A Hydrographic Projects Demonstrated sound knowledge of Class A hydrographic surveying and drafting techniques, technology and standards Demonstrated sound knowledge of the functions and needs of pilotage and navigation aids. Demonstrated sound level of analytical, evaluation, risk management and problem-solving skills. Substantial level of oral and written communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills. Computing skills and experience suitable to operate hydrographic survey equipment, undertake data analysis and produce accurate sounding charts to Survey Class A. Sound knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety including hazard and risk management together with Environmental Acts and Regulations and Quality Systems. Desirable SC9 Master V or Coxswain ticket SC10 Restricted Radio Operators Certificate of Proficiency SC11 A current First Aid Certificate SC12 A knowledge of oil pollution control equipment and operation End Page 2 of 6

3 POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Mandatory The incumbent will be an AHSCP Certified Practitioner in Hydrography Level 2 or above. Familiarity with and the ability to utilise the technical hydrographic equipment provided by POTL, which includes:- R2Sonic 2022 MBES, Applanix Wavemaster POSMV and associated software systems RTK GNSS Systems Navisound 210 & 420DF SBES Topcon total station Two dedicated survey vessels All employees have an obligation to comply with the Workplace Health and Safety Act, POTL s Workplace Health and Safety policies, procedures and instructions to ensure a safe workplace. Possession of a current Queensland Open Driver s Licence. Desirable A Restricted Coxswains Certificate of Competency and a Restricted Operators Certificate of Proficiency in Radio telecommunications will be well regarded. PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION: Reporting to the Manager Engineering, the primary function of the Hydrographic Surveyor is to undertake Hydrographic Surveys of the Harbour, Channels and other Port areas using the Port of Townsville Limited (POTL) multibeam echo sounder (MBES) and single-beam echosounder (SBES) systems to contribute to the maintenance of accurate hydrographic data, sounding charts and dredging information. Ports Australia Class A Hydrographic Surveys are required on a Quarterly and as required basis during dredging and activities that require clearance surveys. For these surveys, POTL will provide an Australian Hydrographic Certification Panel (AHSCP) Level 1 Hydrographic Surveyor to provide supervision and compliance should the successful candidate not have AHSCP Level 1 accreditation. The incumbent also co-ordinates hydrographic survey, bed levelling and POTL maintenance dredging activities leading to depth declarations by the Regional Harbour Master and provides land-based survey support to Engineering projects. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: The Hydrographic Surveyor is responsible for the following:- Key Responsibilities Accountable for provision and accuracy of hydrographic surveys by vessels and operating position fixing and sounding equipment to gather hydrographic data. Produce accurate sounding charts of the various Port areas for POTL, the Regional Harbour Master and Port users. Performance Standards/Results Accuracy of survey data verified Accurate sounding charts to Survey Class A provided to RHM and Port users Page 3 of 6

4 Monitor and calculate depth changes associated with dredging activities to provide information relating to dredging progress and effectiveness. Monitor and calculate depth changes associated with natural siltation events. Monitor dredging logs and calculate dredging quantity to monitor contractor performance relative to agreements. Provide supervision, maintenance, analysis and reporting of data from tide gauges. Co-ordinate POTL s dredging and drag beam operations. Provide feedback to management on the latest advancements and technology in the field of hydrographic surveying. Provide the Engineering Office with various survey support services by undertaking projects as assigned. Supervise Workplace Health and Safety requirements when conducting surveying operations, in accordance with POTL s policies and Workplace Health and Safety Act. Plan day to day work, adopt effective and efficient work methods, identify potential or existing hazards and associated risks and take measures to ensure these don t cause health and safety issues or cause damage to the environment. Promote, educate and ensure quality processes and POTL s Business Management System is implemented, maintained and complied with. Take action where non-conformances occur, together with identifying, recording and resolving problem areas. Participate in all/any training nominated by POTL in a manner that will ensure that the best value is gained from the training activity. Perform other duties as allocated by the Manager Engineering. Depth changes associated with dredging monitored and recorded Depth changes from siltation monitored and recorded Dredge logs monitored and quantities verified Tide gauge maintained and data analysed and reported Dredging and drag beam operations coordinated and monitored Feedback provided to management Support provided for Engineering projects as requested WH&SW requirements complied with during survey operations Work planning completed and executed without WH&S incidents Quality processes practiced and promoted amongst allocated staff Satisfactory participation in and completion of training activities Duties are carried out effectively, and in a timely manner. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Infrequent manual handling including bending and high reaching, ladder climbing, and working in positions with difficult access, extended periods of standing and walking on concrete floors and uneven surfaces and periods of working in unshaded, non-air-conditioned work spaces Page 4 of 6

5 BEHAVIOURAL STANDARDS: Accountability Respect Teamwork Integrity Behaviours Achieving a zero harm culture Fostering teamwork and collaboration Maximising strategic effectiveness Striving for operational excellence Performance Standards Take ownership of your own performance and decisions and their impact on the business. Support the ownership that other people have for their sphere of work. Invite and actively listen to others points of view. Address issues or problems instead of waiting for others to do so. Take accountability for your performance and understand the impact of your behaviour on others. Set the example that you expect from others. Care for yours and other s health, safety and wellbeing. Maximize your contribution to sustainable development through support and respect of neighbouring communities. Embrace diversity and encourage recognition of individual and team contributions Work collaboratively to deliver the best outcome. Trust in the commitment and capability of others. Focus your collective efforts where they deliver the best outcome for the business unit. Open with people, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we operate. Treat everyone with fairness and honesty. Lead and perform work in a way that puts safety and the well-being of employees, stakeholders and the environment first. Understand and apply WHS policies and standards as they relate to your role. Demonstrate safe and healthy behaviours and environmental awareness. Address unsafe behaviours Share information with your team members/peers in a transparent manner. Manage differences of opinion directly and diplomatically Support management decisions. Understand the business objectives and the role you and your team has in achieving them. Support and articulate business unit goals Make data-based decisions using relevant information. Ask questions when there is conflicting information in order to take the right actions. Effectively complete tasks that are part of the business plan. Take actions that optimise business unit performance and the use of resources today and in the future. Optimise the use of all resources Openly seek knowledge and apply new learning to improve processes and performance. Take initiative to find solutions to problems or challenges. Take customer/stakeholders needs and expectations into account when making decisions. Page 5 of 6

6 POSITION COMPETENCIES: Key Competencies Technical and Analytical Skills Initiative and Innovation Customer Service Focus Prioritisation and Time Management Skills Communication Skills Professional Development Team Work Performance Standards/Results Demonstrates consistent logic, rationality and objectivity in problem solving. Ability to work with minimum supervision. Takes steps to satisfy customer beyond what is expected or required. Keeps abreast of competitor products and/or services. Develops products and/or services to anticipate customer needs. Provision of training and advice to internal customers. Adequate planning to ensure prioritisation of projects and allocation of resources to achieve business unit and organisational goals and objectives. Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers. Skills maintained at a level relevant to the position. Ability to work in a team environment and maintain good working relationships. POSITION INTERFACE: Internal Manager Engineering Project Engineers Lucinda Area Officer Drafting Officer External Port users Lessees Consultants & Contractors Regional Harbour Master Local Government Supervision of allocated staff as directed by the Manager Engineering /General Manager Infrastructure State Government Private and Public Representative Groups Others as directed by Manager Engineering and/or General Manager Infrastructure. LIMITS OF AUTHORITY: The Hydrographic Surveyor is authorised to: Undertake all duties as outlined in position responsibilities above in accordance with the Corporate Plan, Statement of Corporate Intent, Financial objectives and strategies, the annual budget and POTL s policies and Business Management System. Approved expenditure in accordance with the delegation contained in the Authorities and Delegations Policy. Page 6 of 6