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Selection Documentation:	Monica Bourke, 02 6274 2008, [e-mail]
Position Contact:	Monica Bourke, 02 6274 2008
Agency Recruitment Site:	http://www.environment.gov.au/

This notice is part of the electronic Public Service Gazette PS34 - 24 Aug 2017 Published by Australian Public Service Commission.

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. that the names of successful applicants will also be notified in all formats of the electronic Public Service Gazette

. applicants found suitable may be offered similar employment opportunities by other Australian Public Service agencies

Environment

Vacancy N.N. 10711530

Department of the Environment and Energy Closing date: Wednesday, 6 September

2017

Heritage, Reef and Marine Division

Supervising Scientist Branch, Supervison and Monitoring Section

Job Title:	Senior Hydrogeologist
JobType:	Ongoing, Non-ongoing (Temporary), Full-time
Location:	Darwin - NT
Salary:	$102,715 - $110,478
Classifications:	Executive Level 1
Position No:	25681

Job Description ^{http://www.environment.gov.au/jobs/opportunities/index.html}

Duties

Become part of our team of world class researchers and analysts to contribute to the regulation of uranium mining in the Northern Territory and protection of Kakadu National Park.
We are seeking an experienced hydrogeologist with capabilities in groundwater geochemistry and contaminant transport modelling, relevant to the assessment of mining-related groundwater impacts.
Within the Heritage, Reef and Marine Division, the Supervising Scientist Branch oversees the management of mining activities within the Alligator Rivers Region, aiming to ensure that these activities are conducted in a way that prevents environmental impacts.
The Supervision and Monitoring team is responsible for a range of supervision, audit and inspection functions. Key activities include periodic environmental audits and technical reviews of uranium mining and exploration activities, assessments of proposals and applications, reviews of standards and guidelines, and continuous assessment of environmental monitoring data.
The successful candidate will lead the Supervising Scientist Branch’s groundwater team in providing expert advice (externally and internally) on groundwater issues related to environmental impacts of mining. This will involve participation in mine supervision, assessment and research activities as they relate to the ongoing assessment and management of groundwater in relation to mining in the Alligator Rivers Region, including:

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  Provision of strategic oversight of groundwater-related assessments
  
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  Production of high quality reports that document assessment outcomes
  
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  Coordination of collaboration and engagement between the Supervising Scientist Branch, specialist consultants and other government agencies on complex hydrogeological and geochemical matters.
  

Notes

Non-ongoing opportunity will be offered for a specified term
Ongoing and non-ongoing positions may be available from this recruitment exercise.

If a non-ongoing position is available, the job opportunity may be for specified period of up to 18 months with a possible extension up to 3 years, as per the Public Service Regulations 1999, Subregulation 3.5 (3).

About Department of the Environment and Energy

The Department of the Environment and Energy is the Commonwealth Government's major environment agency. The

Department is responsible for implementing the Australian Government's policies on the environment, heritage, water and climate action.
The Department of the Environment and Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants who are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, come from non-English speaking backgrounds or have a disability may wish to indicate this in their application so that the Selection Advisory committee can be appropriately structured. We are looking for highly qualified/experienced people who are interested in working in a dynamic organisation that offers a challenging work environment and excellent opportunities for development and advancement.
Applications will not be acknowledged on receipt. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted regarding the next phase in the selection process. To those applicants who are not shortlisted, we extend our thanks for considering the Department as a potential employer.
Note: All positions with the Department are subject to character checks, police checks, security clearances, health clearance, Australian citizenship requirements and, if applicable, formal qualifications.