Who we areThe Australian Antarctic Division (AAD) is part of the Commonwealth Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water.
As primary agency for Australia's Antarctic Program (AAP), the AAD is responsible for achieving the Australian Government's Antarctic goals.These goals are to:The AAD also has responsibility for administering the Australian Antarctic Territory and the Territory of Heard Island and McDonald Islands.The AAD Science Branch leads, conducts and supports a world class program of scientific research and environmental management, consistent with national priorities through the Australian Antarctic Science Strategic Plan.
It provides research and advice to support Australia's Antarctic policy objectives, including participation in the Antarctic Treaty system and other international committees, commissions and intergovernmental panels.
The branch manages and administers the Australian Antarctic Science Program (including project requests, assessment, and reporting) and provides scientific and research advice to support regulatory and management decisions.
It provides scientific advice for Antarctic capability projects, conducts impact assessments and develops strategies to address environmental legacies, and undertakes targeted outreach promoting the value of Australian Antarctic science.Within the Science Branch, this role is based in the Australian Antarctic Data Centre (AADC) which provides long-term management of Australia's Antarctic data and access to information, thereby improving the value and impact of the scientific activities conducted under the Australian Antarctic Program (AAP).
The Data Centre is committed to the exchange of scientific data, consistent with the Antarctic Treaty.
The AADC blends data management and scientific domain expertise with skills in computing, application development, information management and geographic information systems.
The AADC works collaboratively with national and international centres, networks, and scientists, providing data management, and actively engaging in scientific research.
As Australia's Antarctic Mapping agency, the AADC also supports the logistical operations of the Australian Antarctic Program.The JobWe currently have one non-ongoing opportunity available for immediate filling.
A merit pool for filling the same or similar position in any location in Australia may be established at the conclusion of this selection process.What we are looking forWe are seeking candidates who can demonstrate the following:Please note, the successful applicant will be required to travel to the Antarctic and sub-Antarctic regions therefore they will be expected to meet specific medical, adaptability and personal qualities requirements appropriate to working in those environments.They will need to:EligibilityMandatory qualificationsCitizenship - to be eligible for employment with the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water you must be an Australian citizen.Security Clearance - this position requires a Baseline Vetting security clearance.
You will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.Pre-employment checks - your suitability for employment will be assessed through a pre-employment screening process.
This process includes a requirement to undergo and satisfy a National Police Check, referee checks, character clearance and where required a pre-employment medical assessment, specified mandatory qualification(s) validation and a probation period.
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