Position vacant – Senior Coastal Modeller, CSIRO Hobart

Posted on May 15, 2012 by ACS admin

Senior Coastal Modeller

CSIRO – Hobart, Tasmania (Tasmania, Australia)

Job Description

  • Lead the development of world class scientific capability
  • A key strategic and scientific leadership role
  • Join CSIRO – Australia’s premier scientific and research organisation

The Coastal Environmental Modelling Team is a core component of the Marine Biogeochemistry Research program within the CSIRO Marine and Atmospheric Research Division. You will lead the coastal environmental modelling team, comprising 11 people including experienced hydrodynamic, sediment and biogeochemical modellers, and software engineers, studying major environmental issues around Australia.

Specifically you will:

  • Lead and develop an internationally recognised coastal modelling team.
  • Undertake leading edge scientific research and maintain strong national and international collaborations.
  • Generate new projects and identify potential sources of funding.
  • Effectively communicate our science to diverse audiences.

Location: Hobart, Tasmania

Salary: $119K – $132K plus up to 15.4% superannuation

Tenure: indefinite

Ref No: TAS02485

Closing date: 1 August 2012

Desired Skills & Experience

To be successful you will have:

  • A PhD and at least 10 years research experience in coastal modelling in one or more of the areas of hydrodynamics, sediment dynamics, biogeochemistry and water quality.
  • A broad understanding of interdisciplinary coastal marine science and the role and applications of modelling.
  • Demonstrated track record in the successful application of coastal modelling and coastal science more broadly to support environmental management.
  • Demonstrated strong team and project leadership skills, and successful record of developing and leading large research projects.
  • A strong international scientific reputation and publication record.

Company Description

CSIRO, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, is Australia’s national science agency and one of the largest and most diverse research agencies in the world. CSIRO undertakes scientific research into practically all aspects of human activity and its interaction with natural and built environments. This includes our air and water; our diverse landscapes; oceans and climate; agriculture; energy; health; space technologies and exploration; manufacturing; materials science; minerals exploration and processing; information and communication technologies and more. CSIRO works to make a difference: to enhance national productivity through research and development, to apply its knowledge to the creation of industries, national wealth, a healthy environment and improved living standards. It does this by bringing together the right people from across multiple science disciplines to work together, explore new horizons, and produce real outcomes. CSIRO’s success is based upon more than 80 years of excellence in research. Working from sites across the nation and around the globe, our people are focused on providing new ways to improve quality of life and the economic and social performance of industries.

Additional Information

Posted:
May 2, 2012
Type:
Full-time
Experience:
Mid-Senior level
Functions:
Research 
Industries:
Research 
Compensation:
$119K – $132K plus up to 15.4% super
Employer Job ID:
TAS02485
Job ID:
2955688

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Free eBook online – Coastal Management in Australia by Nick Harvey and Brian Caton

Posted on May 14, 2012 by ACS admin

Coastal Management in Australia

Australia’s Coast

Coastal Management in AustraliaThe coast is one of our most valuable assets but how is it being treated and what is being done to look after it?  Coastal Management in Australia is the first book to provide a comprehensive overview of this important subject.  Interesting case studies are used to illustrate human impact on coastal processes as well as demonstrating the global significance of the coast and the international imperative to manage it properly.

Coastal Management in Australia introduces the background to the various coastal management systems operating in Australia and illustrates these with ‘real world’ examples from the different states and territories.

Since this book was first published yet another parliamentary inquiry has been added to some 30 years of national inquiries into coastal management, with further calls for national co-ordination. In addition, the Australian government has focused attention on the potential risks of climate change for the Australian coast.

Both authors have national and international coastal expertise; significant academic teaching experience in coastal processes and coastal management; coastal planning and policy skills; and have extensive government expertise in coastal management.

About the Authors

Nick Harvey is Executive Dean of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences and Professor of Geography and Environmental Studies at the University of Adelaide.  He was also a Lead Author on the Fourth Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. Nick is also a Deputy Chair of the ACS

Brian Caton is an Adjunct Lecturer with the School of Environment at Flinders University and a consultant for the Coastal Branch of the Department of Environment and Heritage, South Australian Government.

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New report from US NOAA – “Protecting the Public Interest Through the National Coastal Zone Management Program: How States and Territories Use No-Build Areas Along Ocean and Great Lake Shorefronts”.

Posted on May 8, 2012 by ACS admin

The US National Ocean and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has recently released a report titled “Protecting the Public Interest Through the National Coastal Zone Management Program: How States and Territories Use No-Build Areas Along Ocean and Great Lake Shorefronts”

The report provides a very good summary of shorefront development controls and associated policies around the US coastline.

Some contextual statistics in the introduction are quite staggering from a threat perspective including the estimate that over the next 60 years, erosion and recession may claim 1 in 4 houses within 500 feet of the US shoreline.

Further, it is estimated approximately 1500 homes and the land upon which they are built will be lost to erosion each year on average for the next several decades. The associated costs to property owners are estimated to average $US 530M per year.

Download the full report

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Position vacant – Senior Engineer – Coastal & Ocean, Cadden Crowe Pty Ltd

Posted on May 8, 2012 by ACS admin
  • Senior role in the Water Industry
  • Internationally leading client
  • Salary – $150,000 to $170,000 package

Cadden Crowe has been solving the toughest challenges in Recruitment for well over a decade – and we aren’t stopping now.

Our client, an international giant in the Water Industry, has an immediate requirement for a Senior Engineer (Coastal & Ocean). This is due to a large surge in business revolving around consultancy. This is an exciting role, reporting to some of the Global Water Industry’s best people.

Our client has set specific requirements for this position, as follows:

  • Senior Management experience in a consultancy (water, environment etc)
  • Communicate at all levels
  • Collaborative, consultative, and team orientated
  • Create & Identify new business
  • Proven track record in Coastal & Ocean Engineering
  • Innovative Engineering Solutions to clients
  • Mentor & Develop junior staff
  • Project Management/Budget Management
  • Quality, Procedure, and Documentation deliverance
  • Resilient, professional, and enthusiastic

The successful candidate could work on the following styles of project:

  1. Coastal & Ocean Hydrodynamics
  2. Numerical Modelling
  3. Tide, wind, wave, storm surge, and/or tsunami modelling
  4. Dredge soil and contaminant modelling
  5. Undersea pipeline stability
  6. Mixing and dispersion
  7. Coastal processes
  8. Coastal structures
  9. Port operability
  10. Environmental design
  11. Risk assessment
  12. Climate Change
  13. Software Development
  14. Metocean data measurement

If you can present project involvement (particularly at Senior Level) in any of the above fourteen sections, that would be highly desirable.

For further information please contact James Goodrich on +61 7 3339 7008 quoting Reference No. 200015359 or send your CV to brisbane@caddencrowe.com.au

Our client is the global leader in the industry, with this senior level position giving fantastic scope professionally for the successful candidate.

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Position vacant – Senior Environment Officer – Catchment, Warringah Council NSW

Posted on May 8, 2012 by ACS admin
  • Permanent Part-Time Job Share (35 hours per fortnight)
  • $67,455.93 to $85,174.15 p.a. + Super pro-rata (subject to skills and experience)

Are you looking for a change in 2012 and an opportunity to join a dynamic team in a fresh and exciting work environment?

We are seeking an enthusiastic and outcomes-focused professional to join our Natural Environment Unit, which is located in Council’s Environment Division.

The role of the Senior Environment Officer – Catchment is to provide specialised / technical support necessary to develop Council policies and plans with respect to coastal, riparian, estuarine, floodplain, water quality issues and other catchment management related activities. The position is offered on a  part-time, job share basis.

The range of tasks includes strategic management planning, development planning and assessment, scoping and proposing projects, writing and administering contracts, reviewing budgets, managing Council Committees and coordinating consultants. Direct supervision of allocated staff is also expected.

To succeed in this role you will need tertiary qualifications and/or demonstrated relevant experience at a senior level.  It is important for you to have sound knowledge and understanding of catchment management and estuary processes, together with excellent customer service skills. You must be able to demonstrate your commitment to business improvement processes and Council’s values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Excellence and Responsibility.

If you thrive on a challenge and will contribute to our team in a constructive manner, then this position is for you.

We offer genuine work life balance and flexible work arrangements, employee wellness program and gym, career development and training, and a supportive work environment.

Essential Criteria

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or demonstrated relevant experience at a senior level.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including ability to communicate with, and provide advice to a range of stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated project, staff and contract management experience including a proven record of success in delivering quality outcomes within budget and strict deadlines.
  • Demonstrated experience in strategic catchment management including policy development, development assessment, and the provision of specialist riparian, estuary and coastal planning advice.
  • Experience in interpreting and applying relevant legislation, policies and plans.
  •  Current Class C (minimum) NSW Driver’s Licence

How to apply:

To be considered you must apply online and demonstrate how you meet the essential selection criteria outlined above. To do this you will need to upload your response (in a word document) at the ‘Document’ page of the application process;

To apply or for further information, please refer to the employment section of our website www.warringah.nsw.gov.au or contact Jodie Crawford on 9942 2397 during business hours Wednesday-Friday.

Applications Close: 20 May 2012.

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