Technical Field Officer (Surveying)

JR0000009652

Position Details

• Continuing | Full-Time
• Higher Education Officer Level 6 | $86,737 - $92,481 p.a.
• Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country
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About the College of Science and Engineering

At the College of Science and Engineering we believe in the power of science and engineering to solve real world problems. We strive to advance fundamental science, to create new technologies, and to work across discipline boundaries. Our interests scale from the sub-atomic through to entire oceans, forests and beyond. We seek to understand the past, but also to create the world of the future. Our College is an exciting place to research, study, and work, supported by best practice teaching methods, practical work-related learning, and advanced facilities.

About the Role

Flinders University is proud to offer entire Geospatial Science programs utilising cutting-edge technologies and strong community, industry, and government links. To support rapid student growth in GIS and the new Surveying degree, we are now seeking a highly skilled and innovative Technical Field Officer (Surveying) to aid the delivery of technical services for a diverse range of teaching and research priorities.

As the Technical Field Officer (Surveying), you will provide quality support to staff and students by overseeing the day-to-day running of the field store in conjunction with other discipline specialists. You will be responsible for the preparation, maintenance and calibration of surveying equipment, organisation and maintenance of software required for processing field data collected to a standard suitable for importation of data into geospatial data bases. You will also provide support for our rapidly growing drone program.

You will also be accounted for:

• Organising, commissioning, calibrating, and documenting specialised field equipment.
• Preparing surveying and other field equipment for teaching practical work and provide in field support for field trips.
• Reviewing and recommending purchase / renewal of software for the processing of field data including reduction of surveying measurements

About You
As a geospatial discipline specialist, you will have extensive industry experience in the collection of field observations and their post-processing. Your communication and customer service skills will be the key to your success, as you demonstrate the ability to liaise with a broad range of staff and students and collaborate effectively in a team environment.

As the successful Technical Field Officer (Surveying), you will also demonstrate:

• An Advanced Diploma in Surveying or equivalent qualification and specialist expertise.
• Sound experience with surveying field equipment in detail, control, engineering and other surveys.
• Proficiency with the use of surveying and other geospatial software.
• Experience of geospatial databases (ESRI) and their use in modern organisations would be an advantage.
• Having a Remote Pilot License would also be an advantage.

Life at Flinders

We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world.

Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders?

• 17% superannuation + salary packaging options
• Flexible working arrangements
• Wide range of professional development activities and services
• We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff
• Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia).

Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment
Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies.

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

• A valid National Police Certificate which is satisfactory to the University will also be required before the successful applicant can commence in this position.
• Please note that you may be required to provide evidence that you are up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations, in line with the Flinders University COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

How to Apply and Information

• To apply online, please visit the Jobs@Flinders website via the job portal: JR0000009652 Technical Field Officer (Surveying)
• You are required to submit Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the position description.
• For more information regarding this position, please contact Robert Keanne
• Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan
• Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy
  

Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACDT) Sunday 4 February 2024.

Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted.

At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identi