Careers, Recruitment - Bureau of Meteorology

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Gathering weather data on a tiny island in the Coral Sea or in the icy expanses of Antarctica …. preparing warnings of tropical cyclones, floods or severe thunderstorms …. researching the possible impacts of the greenhouse effect…. installing satellite and radar equipment – these are some of the interesting and challenging occupations offered by Australia’s National Meteorological Service.

The Australian Bureau of Meteorology touches just about every aspect of Australian life, with employees all around the country. In an organisation as diverse as the Bureau you have the prospect of developing an exciting career.

Current Opportunities

APS LEVEL 4 ( $53,866 - $58,487 ) [1 position]
Level: APS4	Ref: 977	Status: Non-ongoing
The occupant of the position will, under limited supervision of the Senior Shift Operator, monitor the systems and respond to alarms or complaints and resolve or escalate problems according to documented procedures. Australian citizenship required
Closing Date: 26/11/2009		Location: Victoria H.O

COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS SPECIALISTS ( $83,187-$89,828 ) [2 positions]
Level: EL1	Ref: 954 958	Status: Ongoing
Under limited direction plan and undertake the development, implementation, support and performance evaluation of Bureau communications systems, including telecommunications links, network infrastructure, video conferencing and voice systems in a manner that optimises system functionality, reliability and cost effectiveness. Australian citizenship required
Closing Date: 26/11/2009		Location: Victoria H.O

COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS SPECIALISTS (NON-ONGOING 18 MONTHS) ( $83,187 - $89,828 ) [1 position]
Level: EL1	Ref: 1009	Status: Non-ongoing
Under limited direction plan and undertake the development, implementation, support and performance evaluation of Bureau communications systems, including telecommunications links, network infrastructure, video conferencing and voice systems in a manner that optimises system functionality, reliability and cost effectiveness. Australian citizenship required
Closing Date: 26/11/2009		Location: Victoria H.O

SENIOR PROFESSIONAL OFFICER GRADE A ( $112,411 - $118,710 ) [1 position]
Level: EL2	Ref: 11257	Status: Ongoing
Climate Information Services encompasses the management of meteorological and oceanographic data collected by the Bureau; the use of these data in the derivation of products that describe Australia’s climate; the development of techniques for applying the data in a wide range of social, economic and environmental contexts; and the provision of information and advice to the general public and specialist users about the nature of climate in general and Australia’s climate in particular. This position is responsible for the leadership and management of the Climate Data Services Section which has responsibility for the delivery of the Bureau function of Maintaining and Publishing the Climate Record. Australian citizenship required
Closing Date: 26/11/2009		Location: Victoria H.O

SENIOR PROFESSIONAL OFFICER GRADE A ( $112,411 - $118,710 ) [1 position]
Level: EL2	Ref: 11258	Status: Ongoing
Climate Information Services encompasses the management of meteorological and oceanographic data collected by the Bureau; the use of these data in the derivation of products that describe Australia’s climate; the development of techniques for applying the data in a wide range of social, economic and environmental contexts; and the provision of information and advice to the general public and specialist users about the nature of climate in general and Australia’s climate in particular. This position is responsible for the leadership of the Climate Data Management Section which has responsibility for the delivery of Bureau functions of Monitoring of Climate Variability and Change and Seasonal Climate Prediction. Australian citizenship required
Closing Date: 26/11/2009		Location: Victoria H.O

TECHNICAL OFFICER LEVEL 3 (METEOROLOGIST / OBSERVER) ( $60,082 - $64,892 ) [1 position]
Level: APS5	Ref: 527	Status: Non-ongoing
The position is part of the NMOC’s operational team, providing technical expertise with respect to meteorological observational practices and systems as well as monitoring and scheduling the flow of operational numerical model and related suites. Australian citizenship required
Closing Date: 26/11/2009		Location: Victoria H.O

TECHNICAL OFFICER LEVEL 4 - HOBART ( $66,504 - $74,542 ) [1 position]
Level: APS6	Ref: 5043	Status: Ongoing
Participate in the preparation of inspection programs, organise and carry out inspections of Bureau, co-operative and other inspected observing stations (synoptic and rainfall), and report on actions taken to change or correct deficiencies in operational procedures and instrumentation. Australian citizenship required
Closing Date: 10/12/2009		Location: Tasmania

BB2 PROFESSIONAL OFFICER CLASS 2 - METEOROLOGY (EAST SALE) ( $66,504 - $74,542 ) [1 position]
Level: APS3-6	Ref: 6089	Status: Ongoing
The occupant will contribute to a good working relationship between staff in Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Bureau to contribute to optimal service provision. The occupant will provide feedback to the Officer in Charge from time to time to assist with improving the provision of weather services to the ADF. Australian citizenship required
Closing Date: 3/12/2009		Location: Victoria

CLIMATOLOGIST - SOUTH AUSTRALIA ( $66,504 - $74,542 ) [1 position]
Level: APS6	Ref: 4055	Status: Ongoing
The occupant of this position will perform a climate monitoring, data analysis and consultative role within the Climate Services Centre of the South Australian Regional Office of the Bureau of Meteorology, based in Adelaide. The position includes responsibility for the provision of climate analyses and briefings, both internally and to external clients, the production and issuing of various climate products and provision of data in various formats, and media relations work. The occupant will also participate in the climate-based project work and climate communication and education programme of the section, including rural visits. Australian citizenship required
Closing Date: 3/12/2009		Location: South Australia

SENIOR PROFESSIONAL OFFICER GRADE C - METEOROLOGY (VIC REGION) ( $83,187 - $89,828 ) [1 position]
Level: EL1	Ref: 6048	Status: Ongoing
As leader of the Severe weather Section in Victoria, the occupant of this position will manage all aspects of the operations of the Severe Weather Section in Victoria. The position reports to the Supervising Meteorologist in Victoria. Australian citizenship required
Closing Date: 3/12/2009		Location: Victoria

TRAINING OFFICER - ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICE OFFICER CLASS 5 ( $60,082 - $64,892 ) [1 position]
Level: APS5	Ref: 1552	Status: Non-ongoing
Assist the Staff Development and Training Manager in the provision of training and associated consultancy and training administration tasks for the Bureau of Meteorology. Australian citizenship required
Closing Date: 3/12/2009		Location: Victoria

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (MANAGEMENT SERVICES) ( $138,318 - $148,403 ) [1 position]
Level: SES-B1	Ref: 81	Status: Ongoing
The Assistant Director (Management Services) heads the Management Services Branch and leads the management functions of the Corporate Support Program. The position is responsible to the Director of Meteorology through the Deputy Director (Corporate) for strategic leadership and development of policy advice in workforce planning and management, people development, training and management and corporate management services including industrial relations, property, office and legal services. Australian citizenship required
Closing Date: 7/12/2009		Location: Victoria H.O

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICE OFFICER ( $60, 082 - $64,892 ) [1 position]
Level: APS5	Ref: 10793	Status: Ongoing
You will assist in the provision of administrative support for the Division’s various functional elements. Undertake finance activities, monitoring and reporting utilising the SAP financial system and the Bureau’s Management Information System.
Closing Date: 26/11/2010		Location: Victoria H.O