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Agency Department of Environment, Parks and Water Work Unit Rangelands Division, Environmental Data
Security Branch
Job title Director Environmental Data Designation Senior Administrative Officer 2
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $148,302 - $161,638 Location Palmerston
Position number 3+726 RTF 303852 Closing 12/0+/2026
Contact officer Maria Wauchope on 08 8+++ 63+1 or [email protected]
About the agency https://depws.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=303852
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with
disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss
this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the
OCPE website.
Primary objective
Provide strategic leadership in the management, maintenance and storage of environmental data, information technology and business
systems for the Department of Environment, Parks and Water Security (DEPWS). As the leader of the Environmental Data Branch (EDB),
you will collaborate and support processes across the department to ensure that data, technology and systems are consistent and optimise
data outcomes that meet stakeholder needs. The EDB comprises the Geospatial Services Unit and the Remote Sensing Unit.
Context statement
DEPWS is the NT’s lead agency in the collection, provision of and access to natural resource data, information and advice for government,
research institutions, industry and the public. DEPWS holds extensive data assets and is heavily dependent on data for expert decision
making, which helps underpin economic development. To deliver on these functions, DEPWS produces a diverse range of data and
information that must be trusted, curated, contemporary and readily accessible.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Lead and manage the EDB to provide strategic and expert advice across DEPWS on the management, curation, dissemination,
accessibility and use of departmental data.
2. Foster a client focussed service delivery culture incorporating stakeholder needs to ensure that business requirements are well
understood and solutions are effective and easy to use and comply with policies, guidelines and standards.
3. Provide advice and assistance to the Department of Corporate and Digital Development in the implementation of the DEPWS Data
Analytics Strategy, associated digital platform and transition into a data-centric agency.
4. Ensure data is accessible for public use through maintaining and updating relevant delivery platforms (e.g. NR Maps).
5. Identify innovative uses of technology to improve business operations, organisational efficiency and data accessibility.
6. Represent DEPWS on inter-agency committees and forums dealing with business systems and digital technology issues.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams and work independently to ensure business outcomes are achieved.
2. Proven track record in strategic management of business systems and data infrastructure across diverse environments.
3. High level collaborative and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with senior
management, external service providers and digital specialists.
4. Proven organisational and management skills to ensure effective and efficient service delivery.
5. Substantial program, project and resource management skills, including change management, with proven ability to lead staff and
service providers in the successful delivery of complex data or business intelligence projects.
6. Extensive knowledge of and demonstrated experience with business intelligence packages, tools and databases.
7. Demonstrated comprehensive experience with enterprise data management, including an understanding of challenges and directions
relating to data governance in a public sector environment.
Desirable
1. Degree or Post-Graduate qualifications in data analytics, GIS, remote sensing, Information Technology or a related field.
2. Knowledge of NT natural resources, legislation and associated management issues.
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
Job description
Agency Department of Environment, Parks and Water Work Unit Rangelands Division, Environmental Data
Security Branch
Job title Director Environmental Data Designation Senior Administrative Officer 2
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $148,302 - $161,638 Location Palmerston
Position number 3+726 RTF 303852 Closing 12/0+/2026
Contact officer Maria Wauchope on 08 8+++ 63+1 or [email protected]
About the agency https://depws.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=303852
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with
disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss
this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the
OCPE website.
Primary objective
Provide strategic leadership in the management, maintenance and storage of environmental data, information technology and business
systems for the Department of Environment, Parks and Water Security (DEPWS). As the leader of the Environmental Data Branch (EDB),
you will collaborate and support processes across the department to ensure that data, technology and systems are consistent and optimise
data outcomes that meet stakeholder needs. The EDB comprises the Geospatial Services Unit and the Remote Sensing Unit.
Context statement
DEPWS is the NT’s lead agency in the collection, provision of and access to natural resource data, information and advice for government,
research institutions, industry and the public. DEPWS holds extensive data assets and is heavily dependent on data for expert decision
making, which helps underpin economic development. To deliver on these functions, DEPWS produces a diverse range of data and
information that must be trusted, curated, contemporary and readily accessible.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Lead and manage the EDB to provide strategic and expert advice across DEPWS on the management, curation, dissemination,
accessibility and use of departmental data.
2. Foster a client focussed service delivery culture incorporating stakeholder needs to ensure that business requirements are well
understood and solutions are effective and easy to use and comply with policies, guidelines and standards.
3. Provide advice and assistance to the Department of Corporate and Digital Development in the implementation of the DEPWS Data
Analytics Strategy, associated digital platform and transition into a data-centric agency.
4. Ensure data is accessible for public use through maintaining and updating relevant delivery platforms (e.g. NR Maps).
5. Identify innovative uses of technology to improve business operations, organisational efficiency and data accessibility.
6. Represent DEPWS on inter-agency committees and forums dealing with business systems and digital technology issues.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams and work independently to ensure business outcomes are achieved.
2. Proven track record in strategic management of business systems and data infrastructure across diverse environments.
3. High level collaborative and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with senior
management, external service providers and digital specialists.
4. Proven organisational and management skills to ensure effective and efficient service delivery.
5. Substantial program, project and resource management skills, including change management, with proven ability to lead staff and
service providers in the successful delivery of complex data or business intelligence projects.
6. Extensive knowledge of and demonstrated experience with business intelligence packages, tools and databases.
7. Demonstrated comprehensive experience with enterprise data management, including an understanding of challenges and directions
relating to data governance in a public sector environment.
Desirable
1. Degree or Post-Graduate qualifications in data analytics, GIS, remote sensing, Information Technology or a related field.
2. Knowledge of NT natural resources, legislation and associated management issues.
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Director Environmental Data position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Palmerston offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
