CLOSING DATE:  11:30pm AEST Monday, 9 September 2024

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER	60018948
CLASSIFICATION	APS Level 6
GROUP	Data and Digital
PROGRAM	Observing Systems & Operations
LOCATION	Adelaide, Brisbane, Cairns, Darwin, Hobart, Melbourne, Sydney, Perth
STATUS	Non-ongoing specified task for 12 months
WORKING HOURS	Both full time and part time will be considered
SALARY RANGE	$90,199 – $101,022 per annum plus an additional 15.4% superannuation
CLOSING DATE	11:30pm AEST Monday, 9 September 2024
APPLICANTS	Australian Citizenship – see Eligibility Requirements
CONDITIONS	The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance
CONTACT OFFICER	Harrison Schofield – Flood Warning Network Coordinator Phone: 0427 187 487 Email: harrison.schofield@bom.gov.au

About the Bureau

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Our products and services include observations, forecasts, warnings, analysis and advice. They cover Australia’s atmosphere, water, oceans and space environments.
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Working at the Bureau

The Bureau represents a dynamic and exciting opportunity. At the Bureau you will:
• do meaningful work that brings real benefits to the Australian community, businesses and government.
• work with dedicated experts and professionals who constantly seek to improve the services we provide to our customers.
• work in excellent workplaces in a variety of great locations. You’ll have access to the latest technology in a diverse, safe and inclusive environment for everyone.
• experience our commitment to learning, growth, training and clear career pathways. You’ll receive competitive salary and benefits.

Position overview

This position is responsible for the technical delivery of the ONSM Flood team’s 24/25 capital sustainment program of work. It is within the Observing Networks Service Management (ONSM) Flood team in the Observing Systems and Operations business unit (OSO). Sustaining critical Bureau owned flood network assets from a centralised team will ensure the standardisation of assets across the country and allow for a streamlined project delivery model.

We seek a suitably qualified and experienced project delivery technician with specific flood network, radio alert, or hydrography instrumentation and installation skills. The role will undertake workshop instrument preparation, field installation, and commissioning activities for 40 flood network station upgrades across Australia. The majority of project activities are in Tasmania and South Australia. Upgrades include various complexities of work at the Flood Warning Network (FWN) radio repeater, river level, and rainfall stations.

The successful candidate will be based in any capital city or Cairns and must work regularly at one of the Bureau’s National technical workshops. The role is hands-on, and the candidate will be required to spend considerable time preparing equipment in a technical workshop and undertaking installation and commissioning activities at field locations around the country.

The position will be reporting to the Project Manager (Flood Sustainment) and be within the Observing Systems and Operations/Flood Warning Networks team. The position will work closely with technical flood warning technicians and contractors to ensure the successful delivery of sustainment projects.

Role Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

• Project management, planning and tracking: Assisting the project manager in monthly tracking and reporting of project status, issues, risks, budget and benefits across FWN sustainment projects.
• Project delivery: workshop instrument preparation and programming of loggers, field installation tasks, coordinating with contractors and the commissioning of completed projects.
• Logistics and procurement: Assisting in procuring field installation services, infrastructure, and specialised FWN equipment to ensure the completion of the sustainment activities. Receipt, assembly and distribution of equipment nationally to ensure project delivery goals.
• Asset and Data Management: Updating new asset information into the Bureau’s Enterprise Asset Management System (EAMS) and other systems upon completion of works.
• Cross-team Coordination: Liaise closely with teams in the Bureau to ensure effective coordination between stakeholders of the FWN.
• Workplace Health, Safety and Environment: Comply with Bureau WHS procedures, support Bureau WHS initiatives, and keep your knowledge current and aligned with the industry state of knowledge for your role. Assist in managing environmental compliance for flood warning stations, including development of Environmental Management Plans

Selection Criteria

The Bureau encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Applications will be considered based on alignment with selection criteria, which have been matched to the APS work level standards and Integrated Leadership System (ILS) for APS Level 6 positions.
Skills and experience
• Familiarity with Flood Warning or Hydrological monitoring infrastructure, technology, equipment and data management systems.
• Experience in maintaining and operating Flood Warning and/or Hydrography networks.
• Programming and field installations of ELPRO ALERT Devices, Campbell Scientific Loggers, Kisters TBRGs / Water Level Bubblers, or Xylem River Level instrumentation or equivalent.
• Field experience in installation, planning, contractor management and commissioning of FWN or hydrographic network projects.
Achieves Results
• In conjunction with management, establishes targets and delivers on intended results and
• outcomes
• Provides excellent service through provision of guidance and promotion of good practice
• Personally organised, demonstrated ability to plan and track delivery of work to completion.
• Develops and supports innovative solutions

Communication and collaboration
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills with stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to convey technical material and concepts in a way that is understood by business and technical audiences alike
• Promote collaboration by identifying opportunities to work with other teams/units to solve issues and develop better processes and approaches to work
Cultivates Productive Working Relationships
• Builds positive relationships with stakeholders across the Bureau, other agencies, suppliers and delivery partners.
Personal Drive and Integrity
• Unwavering professionalism and alignment with the values of the Australian Public Service
• Shows resilience, self-awareness, and a commitment to personal development.

Desirable qualifications & experience

• Formal certification or recognition with the Australian Hydrographers Association.
• Completion of or currently enrolled in NWPSS00013 Hydrometric Monitoring Basics or NWP50118 Diploma of Water Industry Operations (Hydrometric Operations).

Merit pool

The selection process will establish a merit pool that may be used to fill similar positions within 18 months.

To find out more about the employment conditions at the Bureau, please refer to the Bureau of Meteorology Enterprise Agreement 2018.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications can be lodged through the Bureau of Meteorology Careers.
Your application will consist of resume, contact details for two referees and a ‘800-word-pitch’ that considers:
• position overview
• job responsibilities
• relevant sections of the Integrated Leadership System (ILS) and APS work level standards.
The Bureau is an equal opportunities employer. We will support applicants with disability through our RecruitAbility Program and will provide reasonable adjustments such as access, equipment and other practical support at relevant stages of the recruitment process. We recognise the need for our workforce to reflect the community we serve and provide an inclusive environment that respects and values diversity and is described in our Diversity and Inclusion Statement of Commitment. We strongly encourage qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. The Bureau offers flexible working options, reasonable workplace adjustments and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Should you have any questions or experience any difficulties with applying online, please contact us via email on BOMCareers@bom.gov.au.

Additional Information

To find out more about the employment conditions at the Bureau, please refer to the Bureau of Meteorology Enterprise Agreement.
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