Aquatic Scientist

• Attention Environmental Scientists!
• WOLLONGONG LOCATION
• EXCITING OPPORTUNITY

Our Client is a government agency looking to fill a temporary contract. The contract may be extended up to 2 years. This is a great opportunity for an environmental officer to work in a successful team analysing river basins in southern NSW.

Duties:

• Develop and implement scientific investigations for key river systems in the State.
• Promote and implement NSW Government\'s natural resource management policies and legislation.
• Undertake data analysis / modelling.
• Develop discussion papers/reports and management options for river health as input to natural resource management.
• Design and undertake performance monitoring and evaluation of key water initiatives.
• Develop opportunities for research partnerships with other scientific organisations.
• Train and guide staff to ensure implementing and conversant with innovative technology.

Selection Criteria:

· Appropriate degree level tertiary qualifications in natural resources, environmental science or related discipline.
· Detailed working knowledge of the functioning and management of aquatic ecosystems.
· Well developed expertise in research techniques including; experimental design, instrumentation, field procedures for data collection, statistical data analysis, modelling and quality control for undertaking biological, physical and/or chemical data collection and research into aquatic ecosystems.
· Demonstrated understanding of government needs for information relating to river management, including a sound knowledge of the Water Management Act 2000.
· Proven record of achievement in project management of multi-disciplinary science projects.
· Highly developed oral and written communication skills.
· Well developed liaison, negotiation, conflict resolution, leadership and team building skills.
· Demonstrated ability to work with community interest groups.

If you have at least 2 years experience in the environmental studies field, and can start work immediately, please email your CV directly to Lisa.Buechel@kellyservices.com or call 02 9246 6031 to discuss this opportunity.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please apply only if you have the appropriate VISA to work in Australia.

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