Head of Engineering Operations - SKA-Low Telescope, CSIRO

CSIRO

Location:
Australia, Geraldton

Category:
Research and Development

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

157833.00 - 174631.00 AUD / Year

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Job Description:

The SKA-Low Head of Engineering Operations will lead a high-performing team of engineers, technicians, and logistics specialists in building, maintaining, and enhancing the SKA-Low telescope. This includes overseeing 512 stations with 131,072 antennas across 72km in remote Western Australia and ensuring peak performance through the entire signal chain to the central processing facility.

Job Responsibility:

Leadership and Team Management: Lead the SKA-Low Engineering Operations group, providing vision and leadership for a team of 50 to 60 engineers, technicians, and logistics specialists
Health and Safety: Lead the implementation of safe systems of work across all engineering operations, ensuring strict adherence to our Health, Safety, and Environment procedures
Operational Oversight: Own the SKA-Low Telescope's Standard Operating Procedures for engineering and maintenance, ensuring effective planning and execution of all operational tasks
Collaboration and Cross-Functional Support: Work closely with teams across the Observatory to ensure common approaches to engineering operations and performance

Requirements:

Relevant Qualifications: A minimum of an undergraduate degree in engineering, science, or a related field
Leadership and Line Management Experience: Experience leading engineering operations and maintenance teams in scientific, industrial, military or similar settings
Exceptional Communication and Influencing Skills: Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills with the ability to present complex engineering issues clearly to diverse audiences
Safety and Risk Management: Demonstrated experience in conducting risk assessments, mitigating hazards, and ensuring the well-being of team members through effective planning, training, and communication strategies tailored to remote work conditions
Infrastructure and Lifecycle Management Understanding: Demonstrated expertise in leading complex technical operations, focusing on system performance, infrastructure management, and cutting-edge technologies
Engineering Performance Management Knowledge: Demonstrated success in implementing long-term monitoring systems for engineering performance, data driven improvements, and ensuring efficient engineering and maintenance operations

What we offer:

15.4% superannuation
Flexible working arrangements
Work / life balance
Inclusive culture
Diversity and inclusion

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 25, 2025

Work Type:

On-site work

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