| Department: | Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action |
| Work Type: | Ongoing – flexible |
| Job Function: | Natural Resource Management |
| Classification: | VPSG4 |
| Work Location: | Negotiable |
| Reference: | VG/50927847A/ |
| Closing Date: | 03-Feb-2025 |
| Salary Range: | $95,102 – $107,905 |
| Job Duration: | N/A |
| Attachments: | PD – 50927847 VPSG4 Hydrogeologist.docx (Word, 611KB) |
| Contact: | Randal Nott 0418 567 074 OR Randal.Nott@deeca.vic.gov.au |
Position Details
The Hydrogeologist supports technical investigations into the state’s groundwater resources, including assessing groundwater availability to inform planning and policy decisions. The position works with the Groundwater Assessment and Modelling team to provide specialist advice to inform policy on existing and emerging water related risks, including from the mining and extractive industries. The Hydrogeologist is a team player and strong communicator, collaborating with various internal and external stakeholders to influence policy development and decisions.
The Hydrogeologist is an innovative critical thinker, providing support to and coordinating a technical review panel for works undertaken by the team.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
- Hydrogeological skills – an appropriate qualification in hydrogeology or earth sciences is desirable.
- A general understanding of groundwater systems or groundwater resource management and earth resource management (coal mining and extractives industries) is highly desirable.
This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria with hybrid work arrangements available.
To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.
For further information please refer to the attached position description.
Applications close at midnight on Monday, 03 February 2025.
Other relevant information:
For this particular vacancy, priority consideration applies to Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board platform.
Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check.
To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace
DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.
