AddressGeoscience Australia acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Cultures, and to elders past and present.
About us
Geoscience Australia is the nation's trusted advisor on the geology and geography of Australia. We apply science and technology to describe and understand the Earth for the benefit of Australia. We apply our diverse professional expertise, our deep and trusted knowledge, our national-scale Earth observation infrastructure and our strong partnerships, to the opportunities and challenges that face our nation.
We value diversity in gender, backgrounds, culture, and experiences of our employees and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace culture that ensures everyone has equal opportunity to contribute, participate and progress.
Our culture
Our strength lies in our people, including our diversity in backgrounds, skills and experiences, and the way we work together to respond to the emerging needs of our work. We value diversity in gender, backgrounds, culture, and experiences of our employees and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace culture that ensures everyone has equal opportunity to contribute, participate and progress. Applications from people who reflect this diversity are encouraged.
Our workplace is committed to the health, safety and wellbeing of our employees and offers a variety of flexible working arrangements to enhance flexibility, including remote working arrangements.
What we can offer you
When you work at Geoscience Australia you will have access to a range of benefits and the opportunity to experience a workplace culture that truly values and promotes diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging. To learn more about our competitive salary, free onsite parking, generous flexible working arrangements and the role you can play in growing our culture click here.
Our team
Our team at Geoscience Australia focuses on developing cloud-based applications to digitise and streamline workflows, enhancing efficiency and record-keeping. By leveraging low-code platforms like Appian and Power Apps, we optimise processes, improve collaboration, and deliver scalable solutions. Our efforts ensure operational excellence and support scientific productivity, keeping Geoscience Australia at the forefront of research and innovation.
The role
The Developer within Employee Digital Services will be responsible for the development, maintenance and continuous improvement of internal applications used by staff within Geoscience Australia. They will work closely with business owners and senior leadership to ensure that products are fit for purpose and meeting the needs of the organisation. The role reports directly to the Manager of Employee Digital Services.
APS5 Role
In this role as an APS5 you will:
- Design and build web applications using Appian and Power Apps platforms.
- Develop workflows to support and enhance business operations.
- Sustain both new and legacy web applications built in Appian and Power Apps platforms.
- Contribute to the design and implementation of MySQL Database Management Systems.
- Assist in managing database tables, views, and stored procedures.
- Aid in generating custom reports using database tables and views.
- Contribute to the design and development of UI components.
- Learn and apply UX principles to improve user interfaces.
- Work with multi-disciplinary teams including product owners, project teams and human-centred designers.
To be successful in the role as an APS5 you will have:
- Excellent coding skills in any programming languages.
- A willingness to learn Appian and Power Apps programming languages.
- A willingness to learn and grow in designing and building databases.
- An interest in UI (user interface) and UX (user experience) design principles.
- Proactive mindset with the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, encompassing negotiation and representation.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
APS5 Required skills, knowledge, experience and/or qualifications
- A relevant tertiary qualification in a related field is desirable.
- Knowledge of programming concepts and principles.
- Familiarity with database concepts and structures.
- Basic understanding of UI and UX principles.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Eagerness to learn new technologies and tools.
- Adaptability and willingness to take on new challenges.
APS6 Role
As an APS6 In this role you will:
- Design and build web applications using Appian and Power Apps platforms.
- Develop workflows to support and enhance business operations.
- Sustain both new and legacy web applications built in Appian and Power Apps platforms.
- Design and build complicated Database Management Systems.
- Manage database tables, views, and stored procedures.
- Prepare bespoke reports using database tables and views.
- Design and construct aesthetically pleasing UI components that are easy to maintain and can be reused.
- Apply your UX skills to build user-friendly web applications.
- Work with multi-disciplinary teams including business owners, project teams and human centred designers.
To be successful in the role as an APS6 you will have:
- Sublime coding skills in any programming languages.
- A willingness to learn Appian and Power Apps programming languages.
- Proven experience in designing and building robust databases.
- Proficiency in UI and UX design principles.
- Proactive mindset, set priorities and capable of meeting stringent deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, encompassing negotiation and representation.
- Demonstrated ability to cultivate and sustain productive working relationships.
- A commitment to understanding and meeting the needs of Geoscience, ensuring solutions align with Geoscience goals.
APS6 Required skills, knowledge, experience and/or qualifications
- Relevant tertiary qualification in a related field is highly desirable.
- Over 2 years of hands-on coding experience.
- Experience in Appian or Power Apps platforms is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in designing and developing Database Management Systems (MySQL, MariaDB).
- Adept understanding of UI (User Interface) and UX (User Experience) principles.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Proficiency in using JIRA for efficient project management.
- Knowledge of DevOps practices, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of the development lifecycle and collaborative processes.
Are you unsure about applying?
Did you know that a Hewlett Packard internal report found that men apply for jobs when they meet an average of 60 per cent of the job requirements? Women and other people from diverse backgrounds tend to only apply when they check every box. If you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily meet every single point on what we are looking for, please still apply or get in touch with the contact officer to learn more about the role.
To Apply
Please visit the careers page of our website to submit your application via our e-Recruit system. Your application should include:
- Your resume (no more than 3 pages)
- A brief statement (no more than 700 words) outlining your transferable skills, experience and capabilities related to the role and the value you would bring to Geoscience Australia.
If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Rodi on email ********@ga.gov.au
To learn more about applying for roles within the Australian Public Services please review, ‘Applying for an APS job: cracking the code’.
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for this position you must meet the below eligibility criteria.
- Be an Australian Citizen at the closing date of application.
- The successful applicant must be able to obtain, hold and maintain a security clearance of an appropriate level relevant to this role.
- Commencement of employment is subject to the successful applicant undergoing and satisfying pre- employment screening, which includes a police history check.
Recruitability
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the position. For more information please visit the Australian Public Service Commission website.
Hearing or speech impaired applicants are invited to use the National Relay Service by contacting 133 677, and requesting to be connected with our Recruitment team on 02 6249 9*** in order to obtain selection documentation.
Technical Assistance
If you require technical assistance, call Human Resources on (02) 6249 9*** or email **@ga.gov.au.
A merit list/pool may be created from this process. If you are successful for the merit pool, your details may be shared with other Australian Public Service agencies unless you choose not to have your details disclosed.
