About the Bureau
We are Australia's weather, climate, water, oceans and space weather agency. Our work touches the lives of all Australians every day.
Our products and services include observations, forecasts, warnings, analysis and advice. They cover Australia's atmosphere, water, oceans and space environments.
The Bureau operates under the authority of the
Meteorology Act 1955
and the
Water Act 2007
. We also fulfill Australia's international obligations under the Convention of the World Meteorological Organization and related international meteorological treaties and agreements.
Read the Bureau of Meteorology Strategy 2022–27 to find out more about our organisation and the work we do for all Australians.
Working at the Bureau
The Bureau represents a dynamic and exciting opportunity. At the Bureau you will:
* do meaningful work that brings real benefits to the Australian community, businesses and government.
* work with dedicated experts and professionals who constantly seek to improve the services we provide to our customers.
* work in excellent workplaces in a variety of great locations. You'll have access to the latest technology in a diverse, safe and inclusive environment for everyone.
* experience our commitment to learning, growth, training and clear career pathways. You'll receive competitive salary and benefits.
Position overview
Tide predictions and sea level data are part of the Bureau's trusted national role for ocean services. We work closely with a range of partner agencies to provide a reliable national focus on tides and sea level data services that enable a save, prosperous, secure and healthy Australia.
Our small specialist team is seeking a highly developed ocean data professional to contribute to the operational excellence of the Bureau's tidal and sea level data services. This position sits alongside other operational specialists in the Marine and Antarctic part of the Environmental Prediction Services program. In this position, you will work closely with other specialists on production processes associated with tide predictions, ocean forecasts and warnings. As a senior specialist, you will play an active role in shaping longer-term developments associated with ocean services under the Bureau's strategy.
In this role you will nurture relationships with data stakeholders and help shape strategic engagement across a variety of external agencies, ports, researchers, and international organisations. Your efforts will help ensure that the Bureau's sea level data services remain trusted, relevant, and responsive. You will take on a high degree of accountability for managing the national archive of tidal data and play a hands-on role in improving community access to this data.
You will collaborate across groups within the Bureau on technical aspects of data handling and the Bureau's own observation network. You will proactively identify opportunities to improve sea level data systems and processes and use your influence to drive the continual improvement of our ocean services.
Role responsibilities
The responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:
* Lead the curation of tidal and sea level data with respect to the Bureau's services.
* Foster strong collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders to facilitate the exchange and integration of tides and sea level data.
* Oversee sea level data processes that support operational services, including tide predictions, coastal forecasts and warnings.
* Respond to and manage customer requests related to the Bureau's data holdings and drive improvements to request processes.
* Provide expert support and guidance on sea level data-related matters including data formats, data quality and survey metadata.
* Collaborate across teams to strategically integrate and improve data processing workflows.
* Contribute to the development and implementation of data management policies and procedures, ensuring best practices and compliance.
* Mentor and guide junior staff in data curation practices and methodologies, fostering their professional growth and development.
* Ensure compliance with all Bureau work, health, and safety policies and procedures, taking reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others.
Selection criteria
The Bureau encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Applications will be considered based on alignment with selection criteria, which have been matched to the APS work level standards and Integrated Leadership System (ILS) for EL1 positions.
1. Highly developed data and quality management skills, ideally within oceanographic fields.
2. Demonstrated experience in managing and improving timeseries data processes, including integration across heterogenous systems and addressing diverse user requirements.
3. Close familiarity with ocean services and related science; ideally related to tides, maritime operations, hydrography or coastal processes.
4. Proven ability to work constructively with a diverse range of stakeholders and customers, cultivate productive relationships and influence mutually beneficial collaborations.
5. Professional approach to prioritising complex work demands, providing strategic focus and inspiring collaborators.
6. Knowledge and understanding of the principles of the Bureau's Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion and a commitment to apply them in practice.
Qualifications & experience
Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field such as environmental science, data management, or a related discipline.
Merit pool
The selection process will establish a merit pool that may be used to fill similar positions within 18 months.
How to apply
Applications can be lodged through the Bureau of Meteorology Careers.
Your application will consist of resume, contact details for two referees and an '800-word pitch' that considers:
* position overview
* job responsibilities
* selection criteria
* relevant sections of the Integrated Leadership System (ILS) and APS work level standards.
The Bureau is an equal opportunities employer. We will support applicants with disability through our RecruitAbility Program and will provide reasonable adjustments such as access, equipment and other practical support at relevant stages of the recruitment process.
We recognise the need for our workforce to reflect the community we serve and provide an inclusive environment that respects and values diversity and is described in ourDiversity and Inclusion Statement of Commitment. We strongly encourage qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
The Bureau offers flexible working options, reasonable workplace adjustments and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Should you have any questions or experience any difficulties with applying online, please contact us via email on
Additional information
Integrity in the Bureau
Integrity is deeply important to our work in the public service. It underpins the trust of the Australian public, who rely on us to serve their interests and deliver the best outcomes. It's a great privilege to serve the public, and with this privilege comes a responsibility to act with the highest standards of integrity.
Everyone has a role when it comes to integrity, as individual integrity informs the Bureau's pro-integrity culture. Integrity directly aligns with our Strategy in our values and behaviours to act with trust, honesty and reliability.
Employee behaviours and conduct
The Australian community expects the highest standards of behaviour from its public servants. These standards of behaviour are detailed in Section 13 of the PS Act and are referred to as the Code.
The Code requires that Bureau employees at all times behave in a way that upholds the APS Values, the APS Employment Principles, and the integrity and good reputation of the Bureau and the APS (PS Act, s
The Code forms the legal basis for the Bureau taking disciplinary action against an employee. Section 15(1) of the PS Act sets out the sanctions that can be imposed when employees are found to have breached the Code.
To find out more about the employment conditions at the Bureau, please refer to the Bureau of Meteorology Current Enterprise Agreement.
The Bureau acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of Country throughout Australia and acknowledges their continuing connection to land, sea and community. We recognise the continuation of cultural and weather knowledge practices of First Nations people.