Principal Geologist, Team Lead Energy Geoscience Information

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Base pay range A$110,696.00/yr - A$120,470.00/yr The Department for Energy and Mining is committed to building a diverse and flexible culture.
We encourage and welcome all applications from women, diverse community groups and ages, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people with disabilities.
About the opportunity: The Department for Energy and Mining (DEM) is seeking an experienced geoscience professional to lead South Australia's Energy Geoscience Information team as the Principal Geologist – Team Lead, Energy Geoscience Information.
This is a senior leadership role that provides strategic direction, expert advice, and authoritative oversight in the management of energy geoscience data submitted by industry under Energy Resource legislation.
You will be the State Government's discipline expert for energy resource data governance—ensuring that data is efficiently managed, systems are maintained and enhanced, and South Australia continues to be recognised nationally and internationally for high-quality energy geoscience information delivery.
You will lead a high-performing team of data and compliance professionals and work closely with senior geoscientists, engineers, IT, regulators, and industry stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and support investment attraction in the State's energy resources.
About You We are seeking a geoscience leader who: Has extensive experience and national recognition in energy resource data management.
Understands the legislative framework governing geoscience data in South Australia.
Demonstrates strategic and innovative thinking in project and team leadership.
Excels at stakeholder engagement and has a proven record of delivering complex, high-impact projects.
Possesses strong communication and negotiation skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.
What We Offer A rare opportunity to influence the future of energy geoscience in South Australia.
Work in a high-impact leadership role with a dedicated and expert team.
The opportunity to represent South Australia on a national and global stage.
About us: The Department for Energy and Mining (DEM) leads the global transformation economy, overseeing the responsible mining and production of the minerals, metals and fuels of the future, to safely and sustainably generate the energy and low carbon products of the future.
Our low-cost power, leading regulation system and culture of innovation is leading to the decarbonisation of industry, new modern manufacturing opportunities, increased employment and greater prosperity and security for the people of South Australia.
The Geological Survey of South Australia (GSSA), is a globally recognised geoscience group delivering geological research, programs, and data and information, as well as managing the South Australian Drill Core Library and collaborating with researchers, other government agencies, universities and industry on technical innovation and science.
Key Selection Criteria: Please only address the dot points listed below in your application Proven high level project management expertise in successfully planning and delivering complex major projects, including skills in leading high quality project monitoring, budgeting, reporting and analysis.
Extensive demonstrated experience and recognised as an expert in both the business and science of energy resource data management.
Deep understanding of regulating industry under the Energy Resource legislation to achieve DEM outcomes for geological data management.
Significant analytical, business and management expertise, including demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining high performing teams with a positive and supportive culture.
Qualifications: Essential: A Bachelor of Science Degree in Geology or Geophysics or other relevant degree qualification.
Remuneration: PO4 salary range $110,696 - $120,470 per annum + superannuation Full-time role, working 37.5 hours per week Special Conditions: Domestic and international travel may be required as part of this role.
Only applicants with rights to live and work in Australia need apply.
Enquiries: Manager, Geoscience Information and Delivery08 8429 2586 Christie.
Gerrard@sa.gov.au Application Instructions: Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae and written application of no more than two pages, demonstrating their suitability for the role by addressing the key selection criteria above.
Applicants are to include the name, address and contact number of three current referees, one being your current line manager.
All applicants are required to complete and submit the Employment Declaration.
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