Head of Engineering Operations - SKA-Low Telescope 99757
Head of Engineering Operations - SKA-Low Telescope 99757
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Acknowledgement of Country
CSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land sea and waters of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. View our vision towards reconciliation
About CSIRO
At CSIRO Australias national science agency we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact.
CSIRO is committed to valuesbased leadership to inspire performance and unlock the potential of our people.
About the SKA Observatory
The SKA Observatory (SKAO) is a nextgeneration radio astronomy facility that will revolutionise our understanding of the Universe and the laws of fundamental physics. Enabled by cuttingedge technology it promises to have a major impact on society in science and beyond.
In Australia the SKAO is collaborating with CSIRO to operate and support the construction of the low frequency telescope (SKALow) in remote Western Australia onWajarri Yamaji Country.
The Traditional Owners and native title holders the Wajarri Yamaji have gifted CSIRO with the traditional nameInyarrimanha Ilgari Bundara for the CSIRO Murchison Radioastronomy Observatory home tothe SKALow telescope. The traditional name means sharing sky and stars in the Wajarri language.
The role
The SKALow Head of Engineering Operations will lead a highperforming team of engineers technicians and logistics specialists in building maintaining and enhancing the SKALow telescope. This includes overseeing 512 stations with 131072 antennas across 72km in remote Western Australia and ensuring peak performance through the entire signal chain to the central processing facility. The SKALow Head of Engineering Operations will drive the transition from construction to full operational capability leading a growing team in Geraldton to ensure the system performs at its best balancing performance availability and sustainability.
To thrive in this role you will be a compassionate leader who can foster collaboration inspire confidence and overcome significant challenges. You will combine strong theoretical and practical engineering expertise with a deep passion for problemsolving robust planning and people management.
Location: Geraldton Western Australia
Salary: AU$157833 AU$174631 plus 15.4 superannuation Salary package negotiable for the right candidate
Tenure: Indefinite FullTime
Reference: 99757
Your duties will include:
Leadership and Team Management: Lead the SKALow Engineering Operations group providing vision and leadership for a team of 50 to 60 engineers technicians and logistics specialists. Foster an inclusive highperformance culture and collaborate widely to grow inspire and develop a diverse team. Serve as a member of the SKALow Management Team in Australia.
Health and Safety: Lead the implementation of safe systems of work across all engineering operations ensuring strict adherence to our Health Safety and Environment procedures. Encourage a culture of safety particularly in challenging work environments by emphasising the importance of planning the work and working the plan.
Operational Oversight: Own the SKALow Telescopes Standard Operating Procedures for engineering and maintenance ensuring effective planning and of all operational tasks. Monitor performance provide updates and report on progress to key stakeholders as necessary.
Collaboration and CrossFunctional Support: Work closely with teams across the Observatory to ensure common approaches to engineering operations and performance. Promote best engineering practices and encourage alignment on processes tools and techniques that enhance efficiency and system performance.
To be considered you will need:
Essential
Relevant Qualifications: A minimum of an undergraduate degree in engineering science or a related field.
Leadership and Line Management Experience: Experience leading engineering operations and maintenance teams in scientific industrialmilitary or similar settings. Proven ability to manage recruitment performance and development while fostering a highperformance inclusive culture into daily operations.
Exceptional Communication and Influencing Skills: Strong interpersonal communication and negotiation skills with the ability to present complex engineering issues clearly to diverse audiences. Proven ability to represent the organisation and build trust influence decisions and foster collaborative relationships.
Safety and Risk Management: Demonstrated experience in conducting risk assessments mitigating hazards and ensuring the wellbeing of team members through effective planning training and communication strategies tailored to remote work conditions.
Infrastructure and Lifecycle Management Understanding: Demonstrated expertise in leading complex technical operations focusing on system performance infrastructure management and cuttingedge technologies. Experience in managing the infrastructure lifecycle including procurement maintenance and continuous improvement.
Engineering Performance Management Knowledge: Demonstrated success in implementing longterm monitoring systems for engineering performance data driven improvements and ensuring efficient engineering and maintenance operations.
CSIRO is an Equal Opportunity employer working hard to recruit worldclass talent that represents the diversity across our society. As part of our commitment to equitable employment outcomes for underrepresented groups preference will be given to Indigenous Australian people women and people with a disability who meet the role criteria.
For Full details about this role please review the Position Description
Eligibility
Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens Australian Permanent Residents or you must either hold or be able to obtain a valid working visa for the duration of the specified term. Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.
Flexible working arrangements
We work flexibly at CSIRO offering a range of options for how when and where you work.
CSIRO and the SKA Observatory value and respect difference and we are committed to building an inclusive culture by creating an environment where you can balance a successful career with your commitments and interests outside of work. We believe that you will do your best at work if you have a work / life balance. We are open to discussing flexible working opportunities with this role being offered on a fulltime parttime or job share basis. Please raise your preference in your application.
Diversity and inclusion
We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish.
Child safety
CSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View our Child Safe Policy.
How to apply
To apply for this role please apply online providing your CV and a Cover Letter clearly addressing the essential criteria of this role and your motivation for applying. Under CSIRO policy only those who are able to demonstrate how they can meet the essential criteria may be appointed
Applications close
This advertisement will remain open until filled.
CSIRO reserve the right to begin the interview and assessment process at any point during this advertising period.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
