Technical Officer, Hylogger Technician (372958)
Department of State Growth
Resources, Strategy and Policy
Mineral Resources Tasmania
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Position details
Applications close:
AEST
Award/Classification:
Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 3
Salary:
$72,605.00 to $78,481.00 pro rata, per annum
Employment type:
Fixed-term, part-time
Job description:
Accurately obtain and transmit infrared spectra data from drill core, as part of an ongoing project to obtain mineralogical data to increase the effectiveness of, and attract new investment in, mineral exploration in Tasmania.
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Period of Appointment
Appointment to the role is on a fixed term part time basis (0.8FTE) until 30 June 2025.
Duties
- Operate the HyLogger infrared spectrometer on drill core with an emphasis on thorough cleaning of drill core to ensure collection of high quality spectra.
- Maintain operational condition of instrument through an appropriate cleaning regime and use of liquid nitrogen as required.
- Complete standard mineralogical interpretations using The Spectral Geologist software and contribute to developing improved interpretations.
- Archive raw data and store processed results on network drives and update workflow database and file systems.
- Maintain data on workflow scheduling and progress against work plan provided by a Supervisor.
- Move core with appropriate assistance as required according to established occupational health and safety practice.
Desirable Requirements
- A Certificate IV from a recognised tertiary institution, or an equivalent qualification, appropriate to the nature of the work.
- A willingness to undertake further studies in the field of geology. Ongoing learning will be required associated with a planned future instrumental upgrade.
- Past experience in obtaining spectral data from rock or mineral specimens.
Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents
Statement of Duties - Technical Officer, Hylogger Technician - 372274.docx
Statement of Duties - Technical Officer, Hylogger Technician - 372274.pdf
Advice to applicants.DOCX
Advice to applicants.pdf
For more information
| Name: |
David Green |
| Position: |
Senior Geologist |
| Email: |
david.green@stategrowth.tas.gov.au |
| Phone: |
(03) 6165 4725 |
How to apply
To apply, please provide a one to two page document outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV.
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Complete the following application form and email your application to us at recruitment@stategrowth.tas.gov.au
Application for Employment (Form 201).DOCX
Application for Employment (Form 201).pdf