DPIRD Mobility CMP NSW Resources Geoscientist G12 Roles (Geoscientist Asset Curator Geoscientist Research & Data Geologist, Broken Hill Drillcore Facilities)

Impacted ongoing employees affected by change management plans will be given priority consideration for at grade positions.

• Ongoing Full Time 35 hours a week
• Location: Londonderry NSW (Western Sydney) & Broken Hill NSW
• Geoscientist Grade 1-2 Salary from $ 76525 up to $ 120573 per annum (FTE) plus super and leave loading

The Geological Survey of NSW (part of NSW Resources Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development) is looking for passionate and motivated professionals to join our team. We are currently recruiting for three exciting roles at the Geoscientist Grade 1-2 level:

• Geoscientist Asset Curator (Londonderry NSW)
• Geoscientist Research & Data (Londonderry NSW)
• Geologist Drillcore Facilities (Broken Hill NSW)

These ongoing full-time positions (35 hours/week) offer the opportunity to make a real impact in the geosciences and mining sector supporting innovation and resource management across New South Wales.

About the Roles & Requirements

1. Geoscientist Asset Curator (Londonderry)

Role Description-Geoscientist 1-2- Geoscientist-Asset-Curator-(Physical-and-Digital)- NSW

Key Focus:
Manage and maintain digital and physical geological collections oversee acquisition and curation liaise with stakeholders and enhance geoscience databases.

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in geoscience or palaeontology (postgraduate or PhD highly regarded)
• Demonstrated experience in asset curation and collection management (physical and digital)
• Advanced computer skills (data analysis cataloguing database administration)
• Familiarity with mineralogy palaeontology petrography or microscopy (advantageous)
• Detailed understanding of NSW geology and geoscientific data management
• Current Class C drivers licence
• Willingness and ability to undertake fieldwork in remote areas
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Commitment to WHS environmental and technical standards
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

2. Geoscientist Research & Data (Londonderry)

Role Description - Geoscientist 1-2- Geoscientist Research & Data Analyst- NSW

Key Focus:
Conduct geoscientific assessments analyse and manage geological data support drill core sample management and collaborate on projects.

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in geoscience or a closely related field
• Advanced skills in interpreting and analysing geological and resource data
• Experience with relational database administration (spatial/aspatial) and data validation
• Proficiency in geoscientific research methods and laboratory practices
• In-depth knowledge of NSW geology mineral systems and/or mineral/resource exploration
• Understanding of hard rock petrology geochronology and/or isotopic geology
• Current Class C drivers licence
• Project management experience (independent and team-based)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences
• Commitment to WHS environmental and industry best-practice standards

3. Geologist Drillcore Facilities (Broken Hill)

Role Description - Geoscientist 1-2-Geologist Broken-Hill-Drillcore-Facility- NSW

Key Focus:
Supervise the E.C. Andrews Drillcore Facility manage core collections oversee facility operations and provide technical services to industry and community.

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in geoscience or a related discipline
• Experience with drillcore handling logging rehabilitation and/or archiving
• Advanced computer skills including GIS and database management
• Demonstrable knowledge of NSW geology and mineral resources (Broken Hill regional expertise highly regarded)
• Current Class C drivers licence
• Current forklift licence (or willingness and ability to obtain one)
• Willingness and ability to undertake fieldwork in remote areas
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills including the ability to liaise with industry landholders government agencies and the community
• Excellent organisational and facility management skills
• Commitment to WHS environmental and technical standards

Please note: Compliance with pre-employment probity screening is mandatory and a condition of engagement

Applying is easy!
Submit your current Resume/CV and a Cover Letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant skills and experience and why youre our ideal candidate.

For a confidential discussion about these opportunities please contact Daniel Logan on or at

Applications close: Monday 6 October at 11:55pm AEST

If you require adjustments in completing your application interviewing completing any pre- employment testing require information in an alternative format or otherwise participating in the recruitment process please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.

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.
What to expect next

Once you submit your application youll receive an email confirmation. After the advertisement closes all applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager and selection panel. If shortlisted you may be invited to an interviewthis 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 or psychometric assessment. Reference checks will be conducted for candidates progressing to the final stages.

The successful applicant may also be required to undergo a police check health assessment and other relevant checks as part of the recruitment process.

This is an internal EOI opportunity. To be considered for an ongoing appointment applicants must be ongoing at either an equivalentor higher grade than this advertised vacancy (Geoscientist 1-2) OR on a current and valid talent pool at this grade or higher. Alternatively if you do not meet the requirement for an ongoing appointment you may only be considered for a temporary appointment of up to 12 months.