Aviation Meteorologist

24 hours ago


Melbourne, Australia Australian Bureau of Meteorology Full time

APS Level 6 (PO2), Up to 18 months
- $84,417 to $95,979 plus an additional 15.4% superannuation
- Melbourne, Brisbane

Aviation Meteorological Services provides the aviation industry with specialised meteorological services contributing to efficient and effective aviation operations within the Australian Flight Information Region and the Asia-Pacific Region.

We are seeking experienced, motivated meteorologists to join the Aviation Operations Delivery Team, initially on a non-ongoing basis (18 months), to manage the real time operations and staff associated with the Aviation Forecasting Centre (AFC) located in Melbourne.

The role requires the Basic Instruction Package for Meteorologists (BIP-M) qualification and, preferably, at least two years' experience in an operational meteorological service delivery environment. In keeping with current Quality Management requirements, there is a requirement to maintain an Aeronautical Meteorological Forecaster competency. Training and certification will be provided to successful applicants if required.

The Aviation Meteorologist is responsible for maintaining a suite of products and services for aviation users and will prepare and issue the following products as required:

- T AF
- TTF
- GAF
- AIRMET
- SIGMET
- Aerodrome Weather Briefing
- Wind Shear Warnings
- Aerodrome Warnings
- Ditching Reports
- Search and Rescue forecasts
- FIFOR

As part of a team, the Aviation Meteorologist will contribute to the development of forecast policy and collaborate with other meteorologists to ensure the provision of a consistent suite of services.

The Aviation Meteorologist role will involve the production and issuance of forecasts and warnings from the Melbourne AFC, for low-level aviation clients, including forecasts for international airports. The role my also include the requirement to liaise with customers and service partners and provide briefing services to support decision-making.

The Aviation Meteorologist will commence and commit to continually developing their skills in scientific, technical, professional and personal fields by:

- Attaining and maintaining forecasting competencies
- Learning and developing knowledge of forecasting and customer requirements
- Contributing to aviation projects
- Participation in the performance development scheme
- Depending on experience, mentoring more junior staff by providing guidance and instruction on forecasting and customer requirements.

Shift work is required for this role, as are regular periods (of at least 4 weeks per annum) off the roster to assist in projects and initiatives to improve the effectiveness of Aviation Meteorological Services. Working occasional overtime outside of rostered shift patterns is a requirement of these positions.

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