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• Full time ongoing role available
• Located at the WB Clarke Geoscience Centre in Londonderry (Western Sydney)
• Salary from $73K pa to $113K pa plus super (actual salary paid will be based on skills, experience and qualifications)

The Geological Survey of NSW (part of NSW Resources) are looking for a Technical Officer to come and join their hyperspectral team.

Based at our world-class Geoscience Centre, the Londonderry Core Library is a state-of-the-art facility featuring an efficient core retrieval and archiving system. The centre also hosts several geoscience research programs, including those focused on hyperspectral studies. As the NSW node of the National Virtual Core Library (NVCL) program, we have an ongoing collaboration with other states and territories. Our mission is to support the exploration industry, geoscientists, and academics by leveraging the resources and opportunities provided by the WB Geoscience Centre.

As the NVCL Technical Officer, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of our Hylogger 4, Hylogger 3, and various handheld equipment such as pXRFs, XRDs, and TerraSpec. You will help coordinate the movements of Critical Mineral-related drill cores within the Core Library and assist with prioritising mineral systems studies. You will be the first to scan and process core samples with our world's first Hylogger 4 before they are incorporated into the National Virtual Core Library.

You will also have opportunities to participate in industry NVCL workshops and educational seminars and will educate industry on the use of our equipment as we develop a more sustainable use of drillcore that aligns with our commitment to protect our environment while harnessing the benefits of our rich mineral resources.  

To be successful you’ll need to have experience working with geoscientific hyperspectral data acquisition, reporting and data submission, including experience with computer applications used for cataloguing and compilation of data.

You’ll also need relevant technical qualifications and experience in compiling geological data and knowledge of the Resources and Mining/Exploration Industry in NSW. A valid NSW forklift and an NSW EPA IA19 pXRF user licence are also desirable for the role.

Why Join Us?

Working for NSW Resources offers a range of benefits and opportunities that make it an attractive place to build your career. You’ll be part of a team that offers:

• Impactful Work
• Professional Development
• A Collaborative Environment
• A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
• Supportive Leadership

We focus on hiring people who share our commitment to supporting the growth of safe and sustainable exploration and mining in NSW. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply – you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.

Things to know about the role:

• Compliance with pre-employment probity screening is mandatory and a condition of engagement.

Sounds interesting?
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply with an (ideally no more than one-page) cover letter outlining your suitability and interest in this role, with your resume (ideally no more than three pages) by 11.55pm Monday 19 May 2025.

For further information about the role please contact Daniel Logan, Manager Mineral Systems on 0486 001 867 or via daniel.logan@regional.nsw.gov.au.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We actively encourage individuals of all backgrounds – including but not limited to; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation to submit an application. We strive to ensure that every stage of the recruitment process and overall employee experience is accessible, welcoming and free from barriers. 

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au and a member of the team will contact you for a confidential discussion. 

What to expect next

Once you submit your application, you’ll receive an email confirmation. After the advertisement closes, all applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager and/or selection panel. If shortlisted, you may be invited to an interview—this could be in person, over the phone, or via video. You may also be asked to complete role-related tasks, such as a written assessment, skills test, video or psychometric assessment. Reference checks will be conducted for candidates progressing to the final stages.

Please note:
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months. 

About us: Together, we are DPIRD

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.

The department brings together:

• Local Land Services
• NSW Resources
• Agriculture and Biosecurity
• Fisheries and Forestry
• Regional Development and Delivery.

With nearly 5,000 employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.