Geoscience Australia values the lands, water and sky as we work to deepen a shared understanding of Country and Earth. We respect First Nations peoples and their enduring connection, contribution and obligations to Country. Reflecting on our shared history, we are committed to listen and learn. About us Geoscience Australia is Australia's pre-eminent public sector geoscience organisation. We are the nation's trusted advisor on the geology and geography of Australia. We apply science and technology to describe and understand the Earth for the benefit of Australia. We apply our diverse professional expertise, our deep and trusted knowledge, our national-scale Earth observation infrastructure and our strong partnerships, to the opportunities and challenges that face our nation. Our culture Our strength lies in our people, including our diversity in backgrounds, skills and experiences, and the way we work together to respond to the emerging needs of our work. We value diversity in gender, backgrounds, culture, and experiences of our employees and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace culture that ensures everyone has equal opportunity to contribute, participate and progress. Applications from people who reflect this diversity are encouraged. Our workplace is committed to the health, safety and wellbeing of our employees and offers a variety of flexible working arrangements to enhance flexibility, including remote working arrangements. What we can offer you When you work at Geoscience Australia you will have access to a range of benefits and the opportunity to experience a workplace culture that truly values and promotes diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging. To learn more about our competitive salary, free onsite parking, generous flexible working arrangements and the role you can play in growing our culture click here. Our team The Strategy and Analysis Directorate is part of the Minerals, Energy and Groundwater (MEG) Division. MEG division acquire, analyse and deliver precompetitive data, information, tools and new thinking to support the sustainable development of Australia’s minerals, energy and groundwater resources. We provide authoritative and independent technical advice to the Australian Government to support delivery of national priorities such as initiatives under the Future Made in Australia Act and the Critical Minerals Strategy 2023-2030. The Strategy and Analysis directorate develops strategic mineral industry intelligence to support delivery of Geoscience Australia’s Resourcing Australia's Prosperity initiative and the Australian Critical Minerals Research & Development Hub. Our team leads efforts to build an enhanced resource industry intelligence capability to improve how Geoscience Australia monitors trends and developments in the minerals sector, and to understand Australia’s mineral needs. We provide timely, high-quality strategic analysis, and evidence-based insights and advice to government partners to inform government decisions and policymaking, in a complex and rapidly evolving global environment. Collaboration is core to how we work. We partner closely across Geoscience Australia and support external agencies including the Department of Industry, Science and Resources, Department of Defence and the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The role The Strategic Analyst, Mineral Intelligence will work within a specialised team to gather, analyse and disseminate intelligence and insights on Australia’s critical minerals sector and Australia’s mineral criticality. You will support work to design, build and manage a new mineral industry intelligence database that underpins an enhanced strategic capability in mineral industry intelligence for government. You will lead analysis and conduct focussed research to draw out insights on trends and developments in the resources industry and grow Geoscience Australia’s capability in mineral criticality modelling. You will be integral in the development and delivery of high-quality publications and complex, strategic advice to government. You may have line management of a small number of staff. In this role you will: Lead data analysis and targeted research to provide strategic insights on trends and developments in Australia’s mineral resources sector and Australia’s mineral needs and vulnerabilities. Oversee the delivery of detailed, expert technical advice and commodity-focussed publications, to inform government, industry, investors and other stakeholders. Oversee resource industry intelligence data collection, management, QA/QC and delivery. Become a subject matter expert on Geoscience Australia’s industry intelligence database and Mineral Criticality Assessment Platform, and a competent user of Geoscience Australia’s mineral resources database (OZMIN) and external industry intelligence subscription services. To be successful in the role you will: Have a passion for the role of geoscience in shaping Australia’s future, with a focus on Australian critical minerals and their importance to the wider community and whole of Government agenda. Build and nurture relationships and liaise with a range of stakeholders, including across industry, Government and the science community. Be a team player who collaborates, actively shares knowledge, is open to developing new skills and takes personal responsibility for their work. Develop and broaden your own expert knowledge across a range of mineral sectors, including exploration, commodity and market trends, legislation and regulation regimes, and the Australian Government’s objectives for critical minerals, strategic materials, green metals and environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards. Meet challenges, adapt to changing or uncertain circumstances, be proactive in rescheduling and re-scoping work priorities, and maintain effective performance. Demonstrate a commitment to building a positive and inclusive culture. Adhere to the APS Values and Code of Conduct and consistently behave in an honest, ethical and professional way. Required skills, knowledge, experience and/or qualifications A tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant field (e.g. geoscience, data analysis, public policy). Demonstrated skills and experience in a relevant field or industry will be looked upon favourably (e.g. geology, geospatial analysis, mineral resource economics, data analysis and modelling, the minerals and mining industry, evidence-based public policy development). Ability to think critically, identify and compile relevant datasets to develop strategic insights on Australia’s minerals sector and on Australia’s mineral needs and vulnerabilities. Well-developed written skills including the ability to translate complex technical information for a range of different audiences. Well-developed data literacy backed by sound research and data-analysis skills, with the ability to interpret information and identify key issues to inform decision-making. Proficiency and experience with using relational databases and geographic information systems will be highly regarded. Experience with code development for spatial data analysis in Python, R, or other relevant programming language will be highly regarded (but not essential). Are you unsure about applying? Did you know that a Hewlett Packard internal report found that men apply for jobs when they meet an average of 60 per cent of the job requirements? Women and other people from diverse backgrounds tend to only apply when they check every box. If you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily meet every single point on what we are looking for, please still apply or get in touch with the contact officer to learn more about the role. To Apply Please visit the careers page of our website to submit your application via our e-Recruit system. Your application should include: Your resume (no more than 3 pages) A brief statement (no more than 700 words) outlining your transferable skills, experience and capabilities related to the role and the value you would bring to Geoscience Australia. If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Angela O’Rourke via email ga.gov.au. A call can be arranged if preferred. To learn more about applying for roles within the Australian Public Services please review, ‘Applying for an APS job: cracking the code’. Eligibility To be eligible to apply for this position you must meet the below eligibility criteria. Be an Australian Citizen at the closing date of application. The successful applicant must be able to obtain, hold and maintain a security clearance of an appropriate level relevant to this role. Commencement of employment is subject to the successful applicant undergoing and satisfying pre- employment screening, which includes a police history check. Recruitability RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the position. For more information please visit the Australian Public Service Commission website. Hearing or speech impaired applicants are invited to use the National Relay Service by contacting 133 677, and requesting to be connected with our Recruitment team on 02 6249 9 in order to obtain selection documentation. Technical Assistance If you require technical assistance, call our Recruitment team on (02) 6249 9 or email ga.gov.au. A merit list/pool may be created from this process. If you are successful for the merit pool, your details may be shared with other Australian Public Service agencies unless you choose not to have your details disclosed.
