Site Travel Coordinator - SKA-Low Telescope

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The opportunity

The SKA Observatory (SKAO) is a next-generation radio astronomy facility that will revolutionise our understanding of the Universe and the laws of fundamental physics. Enabled by cutting-edge technology, it promises to have a major impact on society, in science and beyond.

In Australia, the SKAO is collaborating with CSIRO to operate and support the construction of the low frequency telescope (SKA-Low) in remote Western Australia on Wajarri Yamaji Country.

The Traditional Owners and native title holders, the Wajarri Yamaji, have gifted CSIRO with the traditional name Inyarrimanha Ilgari Bundara for the CSIRO Murchison Radio-astronomy Observatory, home to the SKA-Low telescope. The traditional name means ‘sharing sky and stars’ in the Wajarri language.

The Site Travel Coordinator will be responsible for processing travel requests to the SKA-Low site at Inyarrimanha Ilgari Bundara, CSIRO's Murchison Radio-astronomy Observatory in accordance with strict site access requirements.

The role will be part of a small site management team led by the Site Construction Director. They will have interactions with various stakeholders as well as staff based primarily in Geraldton at the Engineering Operations Centre (EOC).

Your duties will include:

• As per the SKA-Low site access process, receive and process site travel requests from staff, contractors and visitors in accordance with site access requirements including training, logistics and accommodation

• Work closely with the SKA-Low logistics team to coordinate vehicle bookings and effectively manage charter flights

• Work closely with staff, contractors and visitors to ensure the site access process is followed and provide assistance with site travel request documentation

• Assist with other site travel arrangements (such as day trips to site) for small groups as required

• Assist with the development and improvement of the site access process as the project progresses

Location:     Geraldton, Western Australia

Salary:         AU$70,874 - AU$90,202 plus 15.4% superannuation

Tenure:       3-year Specified Term – Full-Time, Part-Time or Job-Share

Reference:  97995

To be considered you will need:

Essential

• Demonstrated experience in a similar travel or administration role.

• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.

• Exceptional organisational and attential to detail skills with the ability to prioritise demands, organise tasks and work to deadlines.

• Outstanding communication skills and ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders effectively.

Desirable

• Previous experience coordinating complex travel requests in accordance with strict requirements.

• Tertiary qualifications related to travel or administration.

CSIRO is an Equal Opportunity employer working hard to recruit world-class talent that represents the diversity across our society. As part of our commitment to equitable employment outcomes for under-represented groups, preference will be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the role criteria. CSIRO conscious inclusion practices are intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity/affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth).

For Full details about this role, please review the Position Description

Eligibility

Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens and Australian Permanent Residents. Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.

Flexible working arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. 

CSIRO and the SKA Observatory value and respect difference, and we are committed to building an inclusive culture by creating an environment where you can balance a successful career with your commitments and interests outside of work. We believe that you will do your best at work if you have a work / life balance. We are open to discussing flexible working opportunities with this role being offered on a full-time, part-time or job share basis. Please raise your preference in your application.

Diversity and inclusion

We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish. 

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How to apply

To apply for this role, please apply on-line providing your CV, and a Cover Letter clearly addressing the essential criteria of this role and your motivation for applying. Under CSIRO policy, only those who are able to demonstrate how they can meet the essential criteria may be appointed

Applications close

13 OCTOBER 2024, 11:59pm AWST