Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Permanent ongoing opportunity
• Full-time - 35 hours per week + FlexTime
• Parramatta location or on negotiation - hybrid working supported
• Salary ranges from $120,701.00 to $134,460.00 + super + leave loading

Our Vegetation, Monitoring and Reporting team is seeking to appoint a Senior Scientist Remote Sensing to join our team dedicated to detecting, monitoring and reporting on native vegetation change using satellite imagery and remote sensing methods.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic remote sensing scientist to apply their technical skills to deliver on-ground environmental outcomes for the people of NSW. The Vegetation Monitoring and Reporting team innovates and responds to dynamic conservation goals using the latest technologies. The successful candidate will lead a small team responsible for remote sensing and spatial data processing and data management, analysis and dashboard construction for the NSW vegetation clearing report. We also offer career development and advancement opportunities.

About You

Applying your demonstrated skills in remote sensing methods, spatial data analysis, data management, and image interpretation, you will provide technical direction and support in the delivery of native vegetation change programs. You will collaborate with other experts on the development and maintenance of the Python code and Postgres databases which drive high-performance computing to deliver these programs. You will be comfortable working in both UNIX and windows environments and have an interest in presenting data in dashboard form.

You will thrive as part of a geographically dispersed team that supports flexible working and promotes collaboration and knowledge sharing. Your role will include leading a small team as well as guiding and training your colleagues to build their skills in software applications and technical understanding of remote sensing. Your communication skills will be applied in presenting geographic, spatial and technical information to diverse audiences.

Key knowledge and experience

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in remote sensing, image interpretation, scripting in ‘python’ or similar high-level language, database and spatial data management preferably using Postgres or similar in a UNIX based high performance computing (HPC) environment.
• Experience building and maintaining PowerBI, or similar, dashboards is preferred.

Essential Requirements

• Degree in relevant field or equivalent demonstrated relevant experience in application of Remote Sensing to environmental monitoring.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Scientist Remote Sensing

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Sunday, 13 July at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Steve Cox via [email protected] or on 02 9995 5505.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

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If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing [email protected] or contacting Mariam Barakat on 0429 667 238 (please mention reference number 543494).

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