We are seeking a suitably qualified & experienced candidate to join our team to assist with the management of a number of environmental projects in the region.

We are involved in a broad range of environmental monitoring tasks such as water & soil sampling, groundwater sampling, dust sampling, installation, operation & maintenance of automatic monitoring systems, data management, & reporting.

A suitable candidate will have the following attributes: -

• Possess a related tertiary qualification in the science, engineering, or hydrographic fields;
• Have previous environmental experience in a related field;
• Possess a current ‘C’ class drivers licence;
• Have strong computer skills, particularly with regard to the Microsoft Office suite of applications;
• Be physically fit & able to swim.

The following attributes are also preferred: -

• Experience working on a mine site or industrial site
• Experience with operation & maintenance of data loggers & electronic sensors;
• Hydstra data management experience
• Four-wheel drive experience;
• Boating experience;
• Current First Aid qualification;
• Be willing to work away from home for short periods of time;
• Prepared to work alone in remote locations.

An attractive salary package will be negotiated in line with applicant qualifications & experience.

If this position appeals to you please submit an application & CV to our Administration Manager at admin@environmine.com.au. For any questions related to the position please contact Steve on 0448 66648.

All practitioners with an interest in the profession of Hydrography are welcome to attend and the Committee urges each member of the AHA to find the time to come to Perth in October 2010.

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Applications close on Wednesday 13 January 2010.

An application, including work referees who can be contacted, should be sent to, The Human Resources Manager, Hawke’s Bay Regional Council, Private Bag 6006, Napier or email hr@hbrc.govt.nz Please quote vacancy number 12/615
Responsible To: Team Leader Hydrology
Responsible For: N/A
Salary Range: $41,280 - $59,340
Organisation: Hawkes Bay Regional Council

JOB SUMMARY:

• Planning, execution, and reporting of hydrological surveys, in accordance with approved methodologies.
• Operation of environmental data gathering sites in accordance to councils LTCCP, Environmental Monitoring Strategies and network asset management plans
• Assistance in the collection of environmental data in accordance with the council’s environmental monitoring programmes.
• Input into project planning for the collection of environmental data for environmental monitoring programmes
• Contributing to the annual plan and long term council community plan
• Assist with the maintenance of environmental databases relevant to this area.

THIS POSITION IS RESPONSIBLE FOR:

• Data collection of the environmental monitoring programmes including reporting of information gaps and problems that may have arisen during the course of data
collection that may compromise the integrity of those programmes and subsequent analysis.
• Provision of data gathering services for a variety of hydrometric information and operation of hydrometric sites as directed.
• Operation of relevant equipment and sites necessary to fulfill the specifications of the climate and air quality programmes
• Input into the annual Council State of the Environment updates and 5 yearly comprehensive State of the Environment report.

KEY SKILLS

• Tertiary training in electronics, hydrology, environmental science, or physical geography
• Current Drivers License
• Well-organised, self motivated and able to prioritise effectively
• Able to apply logical methods to problems solving
• Ability to work in the field and be safety focused
• An ability to work well as a team member.
• Familiarity with field equipment (water-level/quantity measurement, global positioning system (GPS), etc.)
• Computer competency, including: word processing, spreadsheets, graphing, figure drafting
• Knowledge of environmental databases and quality assurance systems.

Ref 9352 (Higher Education Officer Level 5)
Ref 9353 (Higher Education Officer Level 6)

Flinders University is a respected international leader in hydrologic education and research, and is the Administering Organisation for the ARC/NWC Co-funded National Centre for Groundwater Research and Training (NCGRT). Two vacancies for Technical Officers currently exist within the NCGRT, to support hydrogeological research in a program based at Flinders University.

The successful applicants will undertake field and laboratory work, and will work closely with staff and post-graduate students on groundwater research projects within the NCGRT.

Location: School of the Environment
Available in January 2010 on a full-time four year fixed-term basis
Salary Level $50,048 to $55,395 p.a. (HEO5) or $56,059 to $59,872 p.a. (HEO6), dependent on experience
Plus 17% employer superannuation
Applications close: 22 January 2010
Interviews to be held on: late January / early February 2010
The appointment level (at HEO5 or HEO6) will be dependent on skills and experience. Intending applicants are encouraged to examine both Position Descriptions.

Full details including how to apply on-line can be found at our Jobs@Flinders website.

* Great team environment
* Based in Brisbane CBD
* Excellent opportunity

Seqwater currently has a vacancy for an experienced Remote Systems Officer who will be required to manage the installation, operation and maintenance of Seqwater’s environmental monitoring systems including the design and delivery of outputs for management and research outcomes.

The successful candidate will also be responsible for the preparation and the collection of water quality and environmental samples.

To be successful you will need:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications.
• Minimum 3 years experience in environmental monitoring systems or equivalent.
• Have excellent time management skills, advanced report writing skills and be a strong team player.

To apply for this role or request a position description, please email employment@seqwater.com.au

Applications close on 29th December 2009.

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- This is a fantastic opportunity to spearhead the growth of a new technical business sector for this globally successful consultancy.

An exceptional senior leadership role is now available in Perth for a progressive individual from a mining background to lead this business unit in Australia.

This role will provide national leadership of technical services to projects focussed in the mining sector. Technical expertise provided could include water resources, geotechnical and environmental services.

With ultimate responsibility for commercial development of the sector and continued development of service offerings, this role carries overall responsibility for strategy, marketing and planning. This is a role that truly combines winning and doing elements.

We are interested to hear from suitably qualified senior individuals who are technical specialists and have the ability to grow a business. You will have had significant experience in senior roles in Australia within the Mining sector or in the provision of services to the mining sector.

As a strategic thinker you will thrive on planning for growth and success. As a business developer you will have a strong reputation and proven influence within professional networks that are invaluable in this role. As a commercially astute and proactive, collaborative leader, you will be an energetic person with a high level of professional motivation and drive.

An appropriate senior level, attractive salary package will be offered commensurate with level of experience. Only candidates with the right to work in Australia need apply.

Please forward your resume ‘in confidence’ (quoting job title and code MMNRM781) to: water@principal.net.au or call Melanie Mitchell for a confidential discussion on: 1300-722-991 (direct line).

To find out more about Principal or subscribe to our job updates by RSS or email, please visit our website: http://www.principal.net.au

Please join our LinkedIn group, ‘Environmental & Water Careers Network’: http://www.linkedin.com If you don’t already have a LinkedIn profile, it’s easy to set one up and you will be able to join our group and network directly with us.

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- Rural Water Resource Consulting positions

An exciting opportunity exists to join an enthusiastic team of engineers and scientists in the water resource management industry and work on environmental and rural water resource projects including on the largest irrigation infrastructure renewal and water savings project in Australia.

Hydro Environmental is a small, growing and vibrant consulting firm providing a range of specialist consulting services to the natural and rural water resource management industry.

We understand the need for a balanced working life, and work with our team members to ensure that this is achieved.

DUTIES: The successful applicants will explore and solve water resource management problems using a variety of methodologies, provide technical and strategic advice, project management, liaise with clients and stakeholder organisations, and prepare reports.

Duties will predominantly be located in the Hawthorn office, but some country and interstate travel may be required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Applicants must have an appropriate tertiary qualification in Engineering, Environmental Science or Natural Resource Management.
• Applicants should have experience in, or knowledge related to, the Australian rural water industry and possess a passion for water resource management with greater than 5 years relevant experience post graduation.

Significant relevant experience in one or more of the following areas would be well regarded: water quality and quantity monitoring, irrigation and drainage asset design or management, irrigation infrastructure modernisation, water savings, rural water or catchment management, environmental assessments, environmental approval processes, salinity management, land and water management planning, hydraulic or water resource modelling or provision of consulting services

This role offers scope to broaden your water industry knowledge with a highly respected organisation committed to staff development.

CONTACT: Position description and enquires to Colin Rudd, General Manager, phone: 03-8862-6340 or email: cwrudd@hydroenvironmental.com.au

Applications should be addressed to:
Colin Rudd
General Manager
Hydro Environmental
PO Box 347
Camberwell VIC 3124.
CLOSING DATE: Thursday, 24th December 2009.

Experience the power and beauty of one of the world’s most precious resources — water. Featuring live animals and interactive displays, Water: H2O=Life is a thought-provoking, informative and entertaining exhibition for visitors of all ages.

This exciting new exhibition — created by the American Museum of Natural History in New York — is coming to the National Museum of Australia in early December 2009 and will include a component about Australia developed by the National Museum. The exhibition looks at water from both scientific and cultural angles, telling how water functions in the natural world and supports all life, then looks at people’s relationship with water right around the globe.

For more information about this soon to open exhibition go to  

http://www.nma.gov.au/exhibitions/future_exhibitions/

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Please note that the tag number is not necessarily (most likely not!) your membership number (this is contained on your membership card). The key tag number issued to you is random, but is recorded in the Association’s database, so that if your keys are returned to the Association we can track them back to you, at no charge!