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Site Environmental Advisor - SKA-Low Telescope (SKA-Low)
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The SKA Observatory (SKAO) is a next-generation radio-astronomy facility that will revolutionise our understanding of the Universe and the laws of fundamental physics. It is one observatory with two telescopes – SKA-Low in Western Australia and SKA-Mid based in South Africa. SKAO is managed from its headquarters in the United Kingdom and has responsibility for SKAO construction and operation globally. Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, and SKAO will operate the SKA-Low telescope in partnership. Under the collaboration agreement with the SKAO, CSIRO is offering a unique opportunity for an Environmental Advisor who will play a key role during construction of the SKA-Low radio telescope.
As the SKA-Low Environmental Advisor, you will provide expertise to the HSE and Projects team and help coordinate the implementation of environmental programs. You will lead and assist in the development of environmental initiatives that enable positive strategic outcomes and improvement. In this independent role, you will lead the provision of specialist environmental technical direction, providing advice, support and assistance on environmental matters across the project.
CSIRO and the SKA Observatory value and respect differences and we are committed to building an inclusive culture by creating an environment where you can balance a successful career with your commitments and interests outside of work. We believe that you will do your best at work if you have a work / life balance. This role is offered on a full?time, part?time (minimum 60 hours per fortnight) or job share basis. Please raise your preference during the recruitment process, as we are open to discussing flexible working opportunities.
This role will require regular domestic travel to the Murchison Radio-astronomy Observatory and occasionally to Perth.
Location: Geraldton, Western Australia
Salary: AU$102k – AU$111k pa (pro-rata for part-time) + up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Specified term of 5 years (with the potential opportunity to extend)
Full-time, job-share or part-time – minimum 60 hours per fortnight
Reference: 83634
To see the full list of criteria for this role, please view the Position Details
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About the SKA Observatory
The SKA Observatory is coordinating a global effort to deliver the largest science facility on the planet. The SKA Observatory will build next-generation radio telescopes that will help to answer key questions in astrophysics, drive technological innovation and support human capital development.
Please apply online and provide a CV and cover letter outlining your motivations for applying and your suitability for the role, paying particular attention to the requirements outlined in the Position Details.
Sunday 26 June, 2022 (11pm AEST)
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