Project Geologist (005716)
Department of State Growth
Renewables, Climate and Future Industries Tasmania
Mineral Resources Tasmania
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Position details
Applications close:
AEST
Award/Classification:
Tasmanian State Service Award - Professional Stream Band 2
Salary:
$101,969.00 to $123,395.00 per annum
Employment type:
Fixed-term, flexible, Fixed-term, full-time
Location:
Hobart or Burnie
Job description:
This fixed term project position has responsibility for planning, managing, leading and participating in field and office-based projects with the aim of evaluating and advancing our knowledge of the critical mineral geology and mineral potential of Tasmania.
The position will contribute to actively promoting Tasmania to the Mineral exploration and Mining Industry and will work to develop interest in the development of resources of the state.
We are a diverse and inclusive workplace that understands the importance of flexibility. Talk to us about what flexibility may look like for you.
Period of Appointment
Appointment to the role is on a fixed term flexible basis (up to 73.5 hours per fortnight) to 30 June 2027.
Duties
- Plan, manage and undertake office, laboratory, and field based geoscientific studies to improve the understanding of the size and characteristics of current and potential critical mineral resources in Tasmania.
- Develop plans that scope and define activities that will deliver research outcomes that expand the knowledge base held by Mineral Resources Tasmania.
- Provide geoscientific advice and information to internal and external clients based on up-to-date knowledge and expertise.
- Prepare technical reports and Departmental publications on any aspect of work undertaken to publication standard. Prepare information in a range of formats appropriate to a variety of audiences.
- In the field, the position will lead and manage a small team and actively promote a culture of safety, compliance and continuous improvement.
- Develop, foster and maintain quality working relationships with stakeholders, including the Mineral exploration and Mining Industry.
Essential Requirements
Evidence of the following must be provided prior to appointment to this role:
- Satisfactory completion of an appropriate graduate qualification at a recognised University.
- Current full driver’s licence.
The person must continue to satisfy the above essential requirements/qualifications throughout their employment in this role.
Desirable Requirements
- Post-graduate degree or diploma in a field of geoscience.
- Demonstrated experience in the study of minerals systems, with proven strong field-based component.
- Demonstrable experience in the geology of critical mineral deposits which may occur in Tasmania.
- A current First Aid Certificate.
Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents
Statement of Duties - Project Geologist - Critical Minerals (005716).docx
Statement of Duties - Project Geologist - Critical Minerals (005716).pdf
Advice to applicants.DOCX
Advice to applicants.pdf
For more information
| Name: |
Rebecca Sproule |
| Position: |
Chief Government Geologist |
| Email: |
rebecca.sproule@stategrowth.tas.gov.au |
| Phone: |
03 6165 4732 |
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.
Online applications are preferred, please click the blue Apply Now button.
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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