• Melbourne, Perth
• Applications close 10 November 2024

About the Department

The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government’s economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology. We do this by:

• Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions
• Investing in science and technology
• Strengthening the resources sector.

The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work. You will be able to create positive impact in people’s lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people.

If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australia’s future.

Please see the APSC’s APS Employee Value Proposition for more information on the benefits and value of employment within the APS.

About the team

This position is located in the Data Management team of the National Offshore Petroleum Titles Administrator (NOPTA) and the Offshore Infrastructure Registrar (the Registrar). NOPTA is responsible for the day-to-day administration of petroleum and greenhouse gas titles in Commonwealth waters in Australia. NOPTA is the first point of contact for matters relating to offshore titles administration. The Registrar administers licences for offshore renewable energy projects, including transmission and related infrastructure in Australian Commonwealth waters. Staff supporting the Registrar are located within NOPTA.

The opportunity

NOPTA’s Data Management team is responsible for the administration of submissions provided under regulation and the release of those items for public use upon expiry of stipulated confidentiality periods. The team has responsibility for compliance and data quality of submitted items and datasets; and works closely with internal NOPTA teams and external partners, including Geoscience Australia and the WA Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety. There is significant interaction with other petroleum and greenhouse gas stakeholders, including titleholders, contractors, vendors and a range of data users. NOPTA is presently developing a new data submission, discovery and delivery system; and the successful candidate will have a significant role in completing tasks associated with implementation of this system.

What’s in it for you?

At NOPTA we value innovation and encourage creativity. We strive for continuous improvement and have a unique and supportive environment where communication, collaboration and respect are at the forefront of everything we do. Join our team at NOPTA and experience a range of positive and inclusive benefits, such as:

• A values-based culture, with supportive, people-focused leadership
• Role autonomy, with opportunities to develop and diversify your skills
• Individual and team-based work with a focus on outcomes
• Opportunities for remote and hybrid work arrangements
• Generous and flexible leave provisions

The position will be based in the Perth or Melbourne Office, although a remote engagement from an alternative location within Australia may be considered.

Our ideal candidate

Our ideal candidate is enthusiastic, and ready for the challenge of being part of an informed and innovative organisation. You will be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and have strong analytical and/or statistical abilities. To be considered for this role, you will have skills and experience in line with the APSC Work level standards for an EL 1 position, and be able to demonstrate the following:

• Extensive experience in a similar data management position in the petroleum or resources industry.
• Strong and contemporary analytical or statistical abilities.
• High attention to detail with the ability to complete set tasks in an accurate and timely manner.
• The ability to think strategically and contribute to strategic direction.
• Self-motivation, integrity and the capacity to follow-through and achieve results.
• Strong and effective communication skills with a history of building productive relationships and successfully influencing without formal authority.
• Experience in managing small teams of subject-matter experts.

The following qualities are highly desirable:

• Knowledge of oil and gas operations and the range of data generated by these activities (in particular, well data).

• Advanced MS Office skills or experience with database operations.

Our department has a commitment to inclusion and diversity, with an ambition of being the best possible place to work. This reflects the importance we place on our people and on creating a workplace culture where each and every one of us is valued and respected for our contribution. Our ideal candidate adds to this culture and our workplace in their own way.

What you will do

You will support the team manager to ensure NOPTA and the Registrar meet their legislative and corporate obligations in relation to Data Management, including but not limited to the following key responsibilities:-

• Supervising a small team of specialists, responsible for the collation, review and compliance of a range of industry-submitted, well-related reports and datasets.
• Accessing the data management systems of NOPTA and those of our major partners to input, update and verify metadata information.
• Generating reports to identify non-compliance and forecasting submission expectations.
• Receiving, recording and monitoring data submissions made under regulatory obligation.
• Notifying titleholders of shortfalls or basic omissions in reports and data.
• Recording the receipt and contents compliance status of data submissions on NOPTA business systems.
• Conducting and overseeing regular reviews of metadata, maintaining registers and preparing statistical and other reports on data submissions and associated matters.
• Analysing data and datasets to identify areas for improvement; and cleansing of these data sets.
• Any other services of a similar nature for which the incumbent has the required skills and experience, as directed from time to time.

Eligibility

To be eligible for employment in the APS and the department, candidates must be Australian Citizens.

Positions require a Baseline security clearance and successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.

Notes

A merit pool may be established and used to fill future vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette.

The department does currently offer flexible work opportunities for many roles. This vacancy is Melbourne or Perth based, although flexible or remote work arrangements may be considered. Please reach out to the contact officer to discuss this further.

Application information

Your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information. This includes in your application responses, CV and any other documents. The selection panel may not consider applications containing classified information.

Please provide a pitch explaining how your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role and why you are the best candidate for the position. Your pitch can contain no more than 500 words and should align to the key duties listed above.

Please complete your application online and provide your current CV with your application. (CVs must be in .doc, .docx, or .pdf format).

Accessible application documentation is available in other formats on request. Please contact recruitment@industry.gov.au or (02) 6276 1235 if you require assistance with your application.

Please refer to our Applying for a position information for additional information on how to apply.

Contact Information

For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Mark Ducksbury on 08 6424 5312 or via email on mark.ducksbury@nopta.gov.au

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