Resources Branch

Specified Calling Level 5

Position Number MP110120

Fixed-term contract up to 30 June 2017 with option for extension and/or permanency

Remuneration package up to $247,420 per annum PSGOGA*

*Remuneration package is based on salary, superannuation, attraction and retention incentive payments and milestone payments received on the achievement of Performance Indicators.

The position

This senior position directs and coordinates the activities of the Basins and Energy Geosciences group within the Geological Survey of Western Australia. The group comprises about twelve geoscientists with wide-ranging experience in geological mapping, litho-, sequence and seismic stratigraphy, geophysics, petroleum geochemistry, basin and petroleum systems modelling, structural geology and tectonics, paleontology and coal geology.

Ideally, the successful candidate will have a mix of government and industry experience; be an experienced professional geologist or geophysicist, a history of geoscientifc achievements, and be an inspirational team leader and motivator.

Job Requirements/Capabilities

To undertake this role successfully you require:

Bachelor of Science (Geoscience) or approved equivalent degree.Significant experience in advanced studies of sedimentary basins and/or petroleum geology and/or petroleum geophysics.

Knowledge of petroleum legislation, policy formulation and resource economics

Experience in strategic planning, budgeting and management including high-level judgement in the planning and organisation of geoscience work with a demonstrated history of high-quality geoscience publications

What we offer

The Department of Mines and Petroleum offers an innovative, diverse workplace with opportunities for professional development, flexible working arrangements to balance personal life and work, as well as a proactive and supportive work environment. To learn more about the Department and what we have to offer, please visit www.dmp.wa.gov.au.

This position is located in East Perth.

How to apply

You are welcome to apply on-line via our website. Applicants applying on-line complete an application form, and attach a covering letter and a detailed CV. Your CV needs to show your duties and achievements from previous and current roles and you will also need to include the names and contact details of two referees. Your CV will be assessed by the panel for short listing purposes in relation to the job requirements/capabilities of the position as mentioned above.

Further in the selection process, the panel will assess your suitability for the position against a broader range of job requirements and capabilities. These are listed in the Job Description Form (JDF) and a link to the JDF is provided for your information. There are no selection criteria to address.

Please note that completion of a National Police Clearance, Pre-Employment Medical Assessment, Pre-Employment Conflict of Interest declaration and Psychological Assessment will also form part of the selection process.

Information

For further job specific information please contact Don Flint, Assistant Director Resources on (08) 9222 3624. For information about employment conditions or the application process, please contact Lauri Poland, Human Resources Consultant on (08) 9222 0984.

If you are not able to access our website, please contact 9222 3655 (24-hour voice mail) for an application package. You may apply on-line via the above website or by forwarding your application to Lauri Poland, HR Services, Department of Mines and Petroleum, 100 Plain Street, East Perth WA 6004.

Please note that the Department of Mines and Petroleum has a 4 working day breach claim lodgement period. Further information can be found by following this link – Claimants guide - Breach of Standard Claims

Suitable applicants may be considered for other similar vacancies within the next twelve months.

CLOSING DATE: 5.00 pm on Friday, 31 July 2015 (WST)