Senior Geologist

Senior Geologist Salary: SC Level 4 $130,692 – $139,705 pa (PSCSAA 2022) pro-rata Location: East Perth Unit/Division: Resource and Environmental Regulation Group -> Geological Survey and Resource Strategy Division Work Type: Fixed Term – Part Time Position No: MIS22164 Closing Date: 2023-04-04 4:00 PM Attachments: –
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 Fixed Term Part-time Appointment from 1 July 2023 for a period up to 12 months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency

Are you passionate about the resource sector and looking for the next step in your career?

Fantastic opportunities exist within our Mineral and Energy Resources Directorate!

About us

Within the Resource and Environmental Regulation Group the Geological Survey and Resource Strategy Division (GSRSD) is responsible for the facilitation of investment through the provision of geoscience data and products and for setting strategic resource policy.

The division manages the Abandoned Mines Team and the Exploration Incentive Scheme including the co-funded drilling program. The division also provides information and products to support the approval of mining tenements and petroleum titles and other related legislative compliance processes.

The Western Australia state government has provided funding to GSRSD through the Climate Action Initiative to update and expand the ‘Western Australia Carbon Dioxide Geological Storage Atlas’. Specifically, this project will update and expand on the original atlas which was published in 2013. The new atlas will cover new geographic areas, stratigraphic intervals and utilise new and existing data and technologies to provide updated information about the potential for CO2 storage in the sedimentary basins of Western Australia.

This part-time Senior Geologist position will complete and report on this project which is scheduled to end on 30 June 2024. The contracts include the possibility of an extension and/or permanency. This part-time role is for 2 days per week

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The position

The Senior Geologist leads, manages and undertakes geoscience studies utilising their high-level expertise and experience to create high-quality reports, maps and datasets for publication in relation to elements of petroleum and geothermal systems (such as reservoir, source, seal, temperature, stratigraphy and structure), energy geoscience and carbon capture and storage.

The position is responsible for playing a leading role in communicating geoscientific results to industry, academia, community and government, such as presenting at meetings and technical conferences as well as assisting in staff training and development and provide geoscientific leadership.

This position is located in . Conveniently close distance from public transport and nearby City of Perth parking. Whether it’s enjoying the tranquil Queens Gardens or the riverside foreshore, you’ll be spoilt for choice. You will also enjoy onsite lifestyle facilities, including bike lockers, fully equipped change rooms and personal lockers. You may also need to work at other sites when required.

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What are we looking for?

To be considered further, please submit a detailed CV and a covering letter (of no more than 2 pages) addressing the following;

Demonstrated ability in relevant computer-based applications, experience in working with geoscience databases and GIS would be an advantage

Substantial experience in advanced geoscience studies and a demonstrated ability to author quality comprehensive reports and maps relevant to promoting energy prospectively and regional basin frameworks.

Please note that a Bachelor of Science (Geoscience) or an approved equivalent Degree will be required prior to any employment offers.

Ready to join our team?

Click ‘Apply for job’ below, complete the online application form and attach documentation as requested above in the “what are we looking for?” section.

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