Database Coordinator, Minerals/GIS (PO4)A unique opportunity for a database professional to be a key player in the management of the worlds premier geoscientific data delivery databases.
The Geological Survey of SA (GSSA) is a branch of the Resources and Energy Group of the Department for Manufacturing, Innovation, Trade, Resources and Energy (DMITRE). DMITRE is South Australia's economic development agency responsible for investment attraction management and regulation of South Australia's mineral and energy sectors. The Geological Survey of South Australia (GSSA) provides a comprehensive information and knowledge framework on the State's geoscience and resources through a strategic science based approach within a collaborative and professional work environment. The implementation of exploration initiatives of PACE2020 is a key role of the GSSA. The Database Co-ordinator is a key member of the Geoscientific Information Management Group of the GSSA and is responsible for leading the Databases Team. The role is critical to driving the development and implementation of strategic directions for corporate geoscientific data collection and management. The successful candidate will also be responsible for data integrity, growth and effective use of the database, support staff in their engagement and champion continuous database and working systems improvement. The Database Co-ordinator will provide team and strategic leadership in the delivery of SA _Geodata database management and activities. Responsibilities will include planning and coordinating team activities and resources to meet project load and capacity as well as liaising and coordinating with key stakeholders to achieve quality data management outcomes. To succeed in this role candidates must possess current team leadership/team management experience, as well as experience in project reporting and controls management as well as overall project delivery within a database management environment. Experience within the resources industry is highly desirable. Candidates will also be required to possess an extensive professional knowledge of database architecture, design and development, in conjunction with a high level understanding of complex relational data management models and geographical information systems (GIS) applications. Experience in working in a technical environment with specialist professional staff is a considerable advantage, as is the capacity to interpret a wide variety of scientific datasets. An Applicant Information Pack including a current Duty Statement is available from, Mr Gregory Jenkins, Program Manager, GIM at gregory.jenkins@sa.gov.au. Applicants are required to submit their resume and a covering letter of no more than two pages addressing the capabilities in the Duty Statement, with emphasis on their technical skills to Ms Luisa Girolamo, email DMITREApplication@sa.gov.au. Closing date: Friday 31 May 2013 |
