Ketua Stesen / Station Leader

Who We Are
The Perhentian Marine Research Station is a project that was initiated by Blue Temple Conservation in 2013 but from June-2016 has been managed by Fuze Ecoteer. The aim of the research station is to monitor the marine ecosystems and involve the local community. The results of the studies will be given to decision-makers to help them effectively manage the Perhentian Islands Marine Park. Specific areas PMRS looks into are seagrass, coral rehabilitation, anemones, and turtles. The project is funded by voluntourism, school and corporate groups and corporate CSR programmes. In 2021, PMRS started to serve as a platform for building local capacity in marine conservation by providing training opportunities for the local youth to be directly involved in the marine conservation action called ‘Anak Pulau programme’.

The Role
As the Station Leader of the Perhentian Marine Research Station, you will be responsible for the day to day operations of the station including managing interns and leading the volunteer programme. You will lead a team of interns to collect rapid reef assessments, anemone studies, public awareness with the local dive centres and resorts and promote the research station cause online. This role will require excellent man management skills ( volunteers, villagers and private sectors), organisation skills and leadership. You will need to have the passion to want to lead and make a difference in the Perhentian Islands.

Key Duties
Volunteer Programme Leadership:

• Daily coordination of interns and volunteers, organising and facilitating their activities; dive courses, research dives or ‘diving for debris’, beach/reef cleans, Malay dinners etc.
• Ensure the volunteer introduction, training and village tour are done well for the volunteers outlining key aspects of our research, activities around the island, objectives and expectations.
• Ensure all applicable forms are signed and recorded.
• Identify and implement ideas for additional research, sharing data and promoting sustainable practices.
• Conduct weekly public awareness talks/activities around the island.
• Lead and complete projects and reports as required by the Project Manager, such as producing informative displays and research impact reports to share with tourists.
• Collect and record feedback from volunteers and regularly review the programme to maximise volunteer experience and produce reports when requested by the Project Manager.
• Manage the interns to ensure the project station is kept clean & tidy through daily chores on a rota basis. Including providing fresh bed linen for all new volunteers.
• Report to your Project Manager, maintaining open communication at all times.
• Assist the Project Manager in completing risk assessments, operating procedures and programme content as required.
• Develop the weekly timetable for the interns to deliver work in a timely fashion.
• Display a professional example to local community members, volunteers and colleagues.
• Adherence to all safety measures, protocols, procedures and budgets as directed by Fuze Ecoteer.
• Any other duties that may be required as delegated by your supervisor including; cover for colleague’s leave and illness, providing adequate notice of travel arrangements (work-related or personal).
• Record and maintain programme book keeping.
• Complete projects and reports as required by the Project Manager to be given to marine parks & respective funders.
• Follow agreed timetables to deliver work in a timely fashion.

Stakeholders engagement & awareness:

• Capture photos and videos of activities where possible for reporting purposes and ensure the updating of the social media channels.
• Complete projects and reports as required by the Project Manager, such as producing informative displays and impact reports to share with stakeholders and the public.
• You will be expected to keep regular contact and good relations with Marine Park, local community, and relevant stakeholders to create awareness and support for the programme.

Equipment & safety:

• Assist the Project Manager in completing risk assessments, operating procedures and programme content as required
• Be responsible for all dive, snorkel gear and other equipment, making sure it stays in good condition and is signed in and out by appropriate persons
• Lead annual safety training for team members and interns.

Research, survey & assistance:

• Assist Station Manager / Research Leader in conducting project relating research and survey.
• Assist in ensuring data input is in a timely manner.
• Assist in processing data so that it can be used on posters and in reports etc.
• Monitoring of data for quality and accuracy, if any decrease in quality, then retraining shall be needed.

• Any other duties that may be required as delegated by your Project Manager including; assist in facilitating/instructing groups or volunteers, cover for colleague’s leave and illness, providing adequate notice of travel arrangements (work-related or personal)