Geoscience Mapping Branch, Geological Survey Group

Senior Geologist

Specified Calling Level 2 – $81,348 - $89,905 per annum
Position number IR050234
Permanent Appointment

The position

Your professional expertise and experience is required to undertake geoscience studies including field mapping, compiling and editing geoscience data for publication of maps, reports and data, and to plan and organise geoscience studies and fieldwork. You will also be required to supervise and monitor support and field staff and to assist with the training and development, as well as provide geoscientific leadership to less experienced staff.

Job Requirements/Capabilities

To undertake this role successfully you require

• Bachelor of Science (Geoscience) or Bachelor of Applied Science (Geoscience)
• Experience in geoscience studies including field mapping, and a demonstrated ability to compile quality, comprehensive reports and maps to publication standard.
• Experience in working with geosciences databases and GIS
• Current drivers licence

What we offer

The Department of Mines and Petroleum offers an innovative, diverse workplace with opportunities for professional development, flexible working arrangements to balance personal life and work, as well as a proactive and supportive work environment. To learn more about the Department and what we have to offer, please visit www.dmp.wa.gov.au. This position is located in Kalgoorlie.

How to apply

You are welcome to apply on-line via our website. Applicants applying on-line complete an application form, and attach a covering letter and a detailed CV. Your CV needs to show your duties and achievements from previous and current roles and you will also need to include the names and contact details of two referees. Your CV will be assessed by the panel for short listing purposes in relation to the job requirements/capabilities of the position as mentioned above.

Further in the selection process, the panel will assess your suitability for the position against a broader range of job requirements and capabilities. These are listed in the Job Description Form (JDF) and a link to the JDF is provided for your information. There are no selection criteria to address.

Please note that completion of a National Police Clearance and Pre-Employment Medical Check will also form part of the selection process.

Information

For further job specific information please contact Stephen Wyche, Project Manager on (08) 9222 3606. For information about employment conditions or the application process, please contact Christine Buchan on (08) 9222 3078.

If you are not able to access our website, please contact 9222 3655 (24-hour voice mail) for an application package. You may apply on-line via the above website or by forwarding your application to Christine Buchan, HR Services, Department of Mines and Petroleum, 100 Plain Street, East Perth WA 6004.

Suitable applicants may be considered for other similar vacancies within the next twelve months.

CLOSING DATE: 5.00 pm on Monday, 3 September 2012