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About the role
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) is currently seeking to appoint a Senior Data Scientist to join our Climate and Atmospheric Science branch within the Biodiversity and Conservation division under the ongoing Air Quality Program.
The Climate and Atmospheric Science Branch provides key information to the public on air quality, climate data and net zero emissions. This position reports to the Team Leader, Quality Systems and Reporting, and requires you to have a solid understanding of complex data processing and management systems. The successful applicant will be responsible for providing advanced technical advice and analytical support and contributing to the strategic direction and priorities of air quality science programs and projects.
About You
As the Senior Scientist Climate & Atmospheric (Senior Data Scientist), you will support the strategic direction of climate and atmospheric science priorities and manage and deliver high quality, cost-effective science projects with scientific rigour.
In this role you will develop and maintain a range of collaborative networks and provide timely expert advice on design and deliver of data management systems that meet high quality and availability objectives for the NSW air quality monitoring network. You will prepare a range of project related documents and reports.
You have coding skills coupled with experience in use of software in Azure/AWS stacks (SQL, Data Bricks, Data Lakes etc or equivalent) will be considered highly desirable. Knowledge of reporting tools such as PowerBI or similar, will assist you in tailoring solutions that makes intelligence from big data available to end users/customers.
You will be committed to working collaboratively with a team to deliver customer-focused results and showcase our world-leading science.
You will have
Essential requirements
For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Data Scientist
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Who we are
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.
DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.
DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.
We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.
We work with multiple agencies within the NSW Government, in other states, and with businesses and communities to better understand our atmospheric environment and to assist decision makers dealing with the complex policy issues of air pollution and climate change.
Our research, data, information and knowledge are pivotal to helping the NSW Government achieve its objectives of:
We operate the largest and most comprehensive air quality monitoring network in Australia, with more than 90 stations across the state providing hourly updated air quality readings to the web.
Participation in the NSW Biodiversity Offsets Scheme (BOS)
Please read the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme Protocol to understand if it applies to your circumstances. All applicants for this role and new employees with an existing defined interest in the BOS will be required to disclose their personal (or a close family member’s) participation to ensure potential conflict of interests are declared and managed appropriately.
To Apply
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close Sunday 26th January 2025 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Margaret Haak via margaret.haak@environment.nsw.gov.au
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying?
If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting Tom Jackson on 0407972528 (please mention reference number 539771).
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