Overview

This role assists the Radar network manager in the oversight of the Bureau's weather radar and Wind Profiler networks; a group of critical assets located across Australia. Effective lifecycle management of Radar assets is a primary objective of this role and is critical to the provision of reliable weather radar information to the Australian community and key users. Key duties include analysis and reporting on Radar asset performance and improving Radar asset information in the Bureau's Enterprise Asset Management Systems (EAMS). This includes implementing maintenance regimes in EAMS to facilitate effective tracking and improvement of Radar maintenance by in‑field technicians. The role liaises regularly with Radar field staff around the country to collect learnings and to drive a nationally consistent approach to Radar maintenance. It also coordinates activities across engineering and field teams such as implementation of software changes across the network and assists with risk and budget management, asset renewal plans, and project proposals.

Key Duties

- Support improvement of Radar asset information in EAMS, including equipment hierarchies and metadata. Drive development of Standard Job documents for equipment maintenance, implement maintenance jobs and inspection forms in EAMS and monitor effectiveness.
- Prepare reports on network performance and maintenance. Conduct performance analysis to identify trends and inform proactive improvements. Respond to relevant information requests relating to the network.
- Contribute to the development of Asset Management Plans and Integrated Logistics Support Instructions for the radar and wind profiler and support implementation of the plans.




- Coordinate operational activities for the Radar network including implementation of change requests for software updates. Oversee logistical support and spares including monitoring and release of controlled stock, in collaboration with purchasing support teams.
- Develop national processes and procedural documentation as required in liaison with stakeholders.
- Assist in the management of safety, environmental and operational risks and budgets. Contribute to equipment safety working groups for radar and profiler related equipment. Manage contract and service agreements and ensure compliance.
- Support the handover of recent equipment types and installations from projects including configuration audit and review of technical documentation and drawings.
- Liaise with key internal stakeholders regarding requirements and standards, performance issues and future demand.
- Comply with all Bureau work, health and safety policies and procedures, and take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of employees, contractors and visitors who may be affected by your conduct.

Eligibility

Qualifications

A degree or diploma from an Australian educational institution, or a comparable overseas qualification, that is appropriate to the duties; or other comparable qualifications that are appropriate to the duties.

Benefits and Working Conditions

This position offers the chance to work across Australia and engage with a diverse range of stakeholders. The role is part of the Bureau of Meteorology, the national weather, climate and water agency, which operates under the authority of the Meteorology Act 1955 and the Water Act 2007.

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📌 Radar Network Support Officer (Australia)
🏢 Bureau Of Meteorology
📍 Australia