The main duties include: <br>

• (a)assisting in conducting field work such as collecting samples, taking photos and videos, publicity, carrying bulky equipment items and arranging relevant safety measures; <br>
• (b)calibration and preparation of field equipment, cleaning and housekeeping of field equipment and consumable items; <br>
• (c)providing clerical support, such as photocopying, filing, inputting and processing computer files and data; and compiling statistics; <br>
• (d)providing logistic support (such as reception counter service and dispatching service); and <br>
• (e)performing outdoor duties (such as site operation). <br> <br>Other Job-related Requirements : The hours and venues of work may be varied having regard to the operational needs of the department. The successful candidate may be required to
• (a)work irregular hours and overtime, including evenings and weekends;
• (b)work occasionally outdoors; and
• (c)work occasionally on vessel.

Candidates should have – <br>

• (a)completed Secondary 5, or equivalent; <br>
• (b)at least one year’s full-time working experience, preferably related to environmental management or fieldwork; <br>
• (c)Level 2 or above in Chinese Language and English Language in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (HKDSEE) or the Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE), or equivalent

(Note : “Grade E” in Chinese Language and English Language (Syllabus B) in the HKCEE before 2007 are accepted administratively as comparable to “Level 2” respectively in Chinese Language and English Language in the 2007 HKCEE and henceforth); <br> (d) outdoor working experience; and <br> (e) ability to lift heavy object. <br> <br>Note: (i) Candidates may be required to attend a skill test to lift heavy object (e.g. to lift a heavy object of about 20 kg) on the date of interview. (ii) Proficiency in using computer applications (such as Microsoft Excel, Word, and Powerpoint) and word processing in Chinese and English will be an advantage.