- APS Level 5, Non-ongoing - 6 months
- $88,834 - $96,829 + 15.4% super
- Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Darwin, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

The bureau's National Observing Operations section maintains a year-round staff presence at the Norfolk Island Meteorological office. We are seeking an enthusiastic and suitably qualified person, ideally with previous field office and Supervisor experience to undertake a posting at Norfolk Island for approximately 6 months as part of a team of two. The successful applicant will commence at Norfolk Island Late February 2027. We are also seeking applicants interested in applying for the August 2027 deployment. This position is an unaccompanied position and accommodation for the successful applicant will be provided on Norfolk Island.

The Norfolk Island TO3 Officer in Charge (OIC) is responsible for undertaking and managing the program of Service at Norfolk Island which includes, Upper Air Observations, Aviation Observations, Surface Observations, Instrument maintenance and data quality monitoring.



They will liaise with the relevant lead in the Sydney Hub if any technical issues arise. The OIC will also be responsible for liaising with property services if maintenance of the property is required and may be required to manage contractors onsite.

The OIC will take pride in developing and mentoring staff. Solid teamwork abilities ensure you can empower and inspire the team you will be working with. You will also ensure that all staff on station adhere to workplace health and safety policies and procedures and local safety operating procedures relevant to station activities. The OIC will liaise with the Remote Operations Lead North over any challenges, hazards, incidents or complications experienced on station.

Where required, the bureau will provide relevant training to successful applicants, this may involve travel to Melbourne or other locations prior to departure to Norfolk Island.

📌 Technical Officer Level 3 - Norfolk Island (Sydney)
🏢 Bureau Of Meteorology
📍 Sydney