Graduate Opportunities in Meteorology
The Bureau of Meteorology
Closing date: 9th May 2011
Interested in a career as a weather forecaster?
The Bureau of Meteorology is Australia’s national weather, climate and water agency. Through regular forecasts, warnings, monitoring and advice spanning the Australian region and Antarctic territory, we provide one of the most fundamental and widely used services of government. Our work helps people to deal with the harsh realities of their natural environment, including drought, floods, fires, storms, tsunami and tropical cyclones.
Our graduate careers offer outstanding, specialist training, a wide variety of professional challenges, excellent opportunities for career advancement and the chance to work for an internationally prominent meteorology service using state of the art technologies.
What we offer:
- 10 month accredited graduate diploma in meteorology
- Dynamic and challenging learning environment
- Use of advanced technologies and innovative techniques in weather forecasting
- Clear career pathway with excellent promotional opportunities
- National network of offices and relocation opportunities
- Competitive salaries and conditions of employment
- A generous employer contributed superannuation scheme
- Relocation benefits and assistance for interstate applicants
- Salary advancement upon completion of training
What we are looking for:
- Graduates with relevant tertiary studies in atmospheric science, physical science or mathematics
- Motivated individuals with a passion for meteorology
- Flexible attitude, a willingness to relocate and undertake shift work
- Australian citizenship or permanent residency
Successful applicants will be employed as a Graduate APS (Meteorologist), to undertake a 10-month formal training course at the Bureau's Training Centre in Melbourne, commencing in late January 2012. Course graduation is followed by advancement as a weather forecaster, with a posting to one of our Bureau offices located in capital cities and some regional centres across Australia.
Salary
Commencing graduate salary of $48,327 pa, advancing to $53,311 pa, plus additional shift penalty payments upon successful completion of training. An employer superannuation contribution of 15.4% is paid in addition to the salary.
Contact
If you have specific questions about our graduate meteorology careers or the application process please contact the Recruitment Unit on (03) 9669 4333/4379. or via email graduatemets@bom.gov.au
How to Apply
To find our more about our Graduate Meteorology positions, view the selection criteria and apply online visit the Graduate Meteorology vacancy on our website at http://www.bom.gov.au/careers/graduates.shtml
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