Government - State (Government & Defence)
Full time
Geoscience Australia acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities.
We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Cultures, and to elders past and present.
About us
Geoscience Australia is Australia's pre-eminent public sector geoscience organisation.
We are the nation's trusted advisor on the geology and geography of Australia.
We apply science and technology to describe and understand the Earth for the benefit of Australia.
Our culture
Our strength lies in our people, including our diversity in backgrounds, skills and experiences, and the way we work together to respond to the emerging needs of our work.
We value diversity in gender, backgrounds, culture, and experiences of our employees and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace culture that ensures everyone has equal opportunity to contribute, participate and progress.
Applications from people who reflect this diversity are encouraged.
Our workplace is committed to the health, safety and wellbeing of our employees and offers a variety of flexible working arrangements to enhance flexibility, including remote working arrangements.
What we can offer you
When you work at Geoscience Australia you will have access to a range of benefits and the opportunity to experience a workplace culture that truly values and promotes diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging.
The opportunity
The Australian Government has announced its intention to partner with the United States in the Landsat Next Earth satellite program.
Underpinned by new investment of $207.4m over the next 4 years, Australia will become the first country to join the Landsat 2030 International Partnerships Initiative.
Australia's contributions to this partnership will be delivered by Geoscience Australia and will involve investment in new science to take full advantage of Landsat Next's advanced capabilities.
Our team
The Satellite Land Imaging Coordination Branch (SLIC) will be at the forefront of Australia's delivery of the Landsat Next partnership.
A small but rapidly growing branch, SLIC comprises experts from a range of disciplines including data science, engineering, programmatics, Earth observations and remote sensing science, quality and technical assurance.
The Role
This role is for an experienced project officer to support delivery of the shared Geoscience Australia and United States Geological Survey work program in support of the Landsat Next Partnership.
The Project Officer reports to the Director, Data Supply and Strategy within GA's Satellite Land Imaging Collection Branch.
In this role you will:
provide secretariat and coordination support for project and technical meetings between GA and USGS staff and contractors review and document the progress of GA-USGS work plan elements liaise with staff and contractors responsible for delivery of work plan elements maintain project files and records support Director, Data Supply and Strategy in day-to-day operations To be successful in the role you will have:
exceptional file and record management skills highly developed organisational skills the ability to coordinate teams of diverse individuals a demonstrated ability to work autonomously and think critically and creatively.
Required skills, knowledge, experience and/or qualifications
Our ideal candidate will have:
Demonstrated experience coordinating projects and providing secretariat functions for programs in government and industry.
Experience working within multi-disciplinary teams.
Experience in or knowledge of satellite Earth observation programs and space would be desirable.
To Apply
Please visit the careers page of our website to submit your application via our e-Recruit system.
Your application should include:
Your resume (no more than 3 pages) A brief statement (no more than 700 words) outlining your transferable skills, experience and capabilities related to the role.
To be eligible to apply for this position you must meet the below eligibility criteria.
Be an Australian Citizen at the closing date of application.
The successful applicant must be able to obtain, hold and maintain a security clearance of an appropriate level relevant to this role.
Commencement of employment is subject to the successful applicant undergoing and satisfying pre-employment screening.
Recruitability
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy.
Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the position.
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