Who we are

The Office of the Supervising Scientist (OSS) is a specialist scientific organisation within the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (Commonwealth). We are responsible for protecting the people and environment of the Alligator Rivers Region, including Kakadu National Park, from the effects of uranium mining. We conduct environmental research and monitoring around operating and rehabilitated uranium mining sites, participate in and oversee the regulatory process and developing standards and practices for environmental protection.

Environment & Water Outcomes Delivery ensures the protection of the Alligator Rivers Region, including Kakadu National Park, and the local communities from the effects of uranium mining by undertaking environmental research and monitoring, participating in and overseeing the regulatory process and developing standards and practices for environmental protection.

Our Jabiru Field Station in Jabiru, Kakadu National Park supports the environmental monitoring and research conducted by OSS. A key focus is the delivery of the continuous water quality monitoring program, including data collection and the maintenance of field-based equipment. Atmospheric and biomonitoring programs are also routinely undertaken by the Jabiru Field Station team.

For more information about us please visit our website .

The job

What we are looking for

We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate the following:





- Knowledge and experience
- Skills and capabilities

Citizenship -

to be eligible for employment with the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water you must be an Australian citizen.

Pre-employment checks -

your suitability for employment will be assessed through a pre-employment screening process. This process includes a requirement to undergo and satisfy a National Police Check, referee checks, character clearance and where required a pre-employment medical assessment, specified mandatory qualification(s) validation and a probation period.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in recruitment

You may use AI tools to support your participation in this recruitment process, unless advised otherwise. If you use AI, you must ensure your use is transparent, authentic and truthful, and that all information reflects your own skills and experience.

The department may use AI in a limited, transparent and responsible way to support parts of this recruitment process. AI does not make decisions - all assessments and selection outcomes are made by people.

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For additional information about this opportunity, please read the job description below.

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📌 Fieldwork Support Officer (Australian Capital Territory)
🏢 Department Of Education And Training Of Australia
📍 Australian Capital Territory