Principal Geologist - Energy Resources

Department for Energy and Mining
Job reference: 592953
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

The Department for Energy and Mining is committed to building a diverse and flexible culture. We encourage and welcome all applications from women, diverse community groups and ages, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people with disabilities.

About the opportunity:An exciting opportunity has become available for a Principal Geologist – Energy Resources  

About us:The Department for Energy and Mining (DEM) leads the global transformation economy, overseeing the responsible mining and production of the minerals, metals and fuels of the future, to safely and sustainably generate the energy and low carbon products of the future. Our low-cost power, leading regulation system and culture of innovation is leading to the decarbonisation of industry, new modern manufacturing opportunities, increased employment and greater prosperity and security for the people of South Australia.

Key Selection Criteria:Please only address the dot points listed below in your application

1. Highly experienced geologist with significant industry experience and a proven project track record in both exploration and development scenarios.
2. Knowledge of South Australian geology particularly in relation to prospective petroleum basins and emerging Energy Resources including industry operations.
3. Sound knowledge of the global and local economic landscapes and issues affecting the upstream petroleum sector, the emerging energy resource sector (e.g. natural hydrogen) and the South Australian economy - in the context of critical social, economic and commercial considerations.
4. Deep understanding of effective investment attraction strategies aimed at the global upstream petroleum exploration industry.

 Qualifications: Essential: Degree in Science majoring in geology or geophysics (Hons).
Desirable:  Post graduate qualifications in Petroleum Geology and/or Energy Geoscience.

Remuneration:PO4, $109,060 - $118,690 per annum Full-time role working 37.5 hours per week

Special Conditions:DEM encourages flexible working arrangements such as part time work, job share, compressed weeks and purchased leave. Arrangements are negotiated with the appropriate Manager.

• International and interstate travel may necessitate periods of absence.
• The successful applicant must be eligible to work in Australia.

Enquiries:Elinor Alexander Director, Industry Facilitation & Geoscience, GSSA
08 84292***
***************@sa.gov.au

Application Instructions:

Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae and written application of no more than two pages, demonstrating their suitability for the role by addressing the key selection criteria above. Applicants are to include the name, address and contact number of three current referees.

All applicants are required to complete and submit the Employment Declaration.

Applications close: 29/05/2024 6:00 PM

Attachments:
- PO4 Energy Resource Geoscience_April 24.pdf
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.