Senior Geoscience Editor

Northern Territory Government; Darwin; Presencial; AUD 139.000 - 155.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

12% superannuation

6 weeks recreational leave

3 weeks personal leave

17.5% annual leave loading

Descripción de la vacante

Northern Territory Geological Survey (NTGS) in Darwin invites a Senior Geoscience Editor (P3) to lead the Publications team and provide expert editorial services for geoscientific reports, data products and promotional materials. The role focuses on timely delivery, quality, and adoption of modern publishing practices.

Located in Darwin, the package includes 12% superannuation and generous leave provisions, with an ongoing full-time vacancy.

Formación

• Tertiary qualification in geosciences or related discipline.
• Proven leadership capability in a similar role.
• High-level ability in preparation and editing of publications.
• Knowledge of publishing trends and desktop publishing.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the Publications team to deliver timely and effective publishing services.
• Coordinate and oversee the development of high-quality NTGS publications and data products.
• Provide expert advice on publishing processes and publication projects.
• Monitor performance against strategic and business plans to ensure outcomes are achieved.
• Ensure publications meet organisational standards and reflect contemporary industry practice.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Editorial expertise

Publications management

Geoscience knowledge

Educación

Tertiary qualification in geosciences

Descripción del empleo

Professional 3 - Remuneration Package Range $138,602 - $155,011

(including salary $117,625 - $131,735)

Northern Territory Geological Survey

Darwin

One full time ongoing vacancy is available

Combine your passion for geoscience with editorial expertise and knowledge of contemporary publishing practices to deliver a diverse range of high-quality geoscientific publications.

The Northern Territory Geological Survey (NTGS) is the custodian of knowledge and data on the Territory’s geology and resources and undertakes activities to support and grow the resources exploration industry including publishing geoscientific reports, maps, data packages and promotional materials.

As the Senior Geoscience Editor (P3), your primary objective is to provide leadership, expert advice and editorial services to strategically guide the production and publication of a diverse range of geoscientific reports, data products and promotional materials.

In this role you will lead the Publications team to deliver timely and effective publishing services. You will apply your editing skills and collaborate with authors and external contractors to ensure all publications meet organisational standards and reflect contemporary industry best practice. Drawing upon your editorial expertise and knowledge of publication design and production you will coordinate and oversee the development of high-quality NTGS publications and drive continuous improvement by monitoring developments in publishing practices with a view to timely adoption of new technologies and innovative approaches. In addition, you will provide expert advice on publishing processes, ensure appropriate management of publication projects, and monitor performance against strategic and business plans to ensure required outcomes are achieved.

To be successful, you require a tertiary qualification in the geosciences or related discipline, proven leadership capability in a similar role, and demonstrated high level ability in the preparation and editing of publications, particularly substantive or structural editing. Your sound knowledge of publishing trends, desktop publishing and information management principles will be well received.

Located in Darwin, you will form part of a passionate and talented Northern Territory Geological Survey team and be rewarded with a competitive remuneration package that includes 12% superannuation, 6 weeks recreational and 3 weeks personal leave, 17.5% annual leave loading and the opportunity to undertake meaningful work to support and promote the diverse range of NTGS publications.

If you reside interstate or are an international applicant, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career while experiencing the unique lifestyle and professional opportunities of the Northern Territory.

You will enjoy an enviable lifestyle and a work-life balance that allows you time to explore stunning landscapes and tourist attractions, enjoy colourful tropical sunsets, spectacular lightning displays and a tropical climate. Darwin’s rich multicultural community makes it a great place to live, work and play. Relocation assistance can be discussed at interview.

For further information about this vacancy please contact:

Lisa Capps, Manager Information Services on 08 8999 5321 or [e-mail]

Quote vacancy number: 24137

Closing date: 23/11/2026

Explore working for the NTGS / DME

• https://resourcingtheterritory.nt.gov.au/northern-territory-geological-survey-ntgs/working-at-ntgs
• https://dme.nt.gov.au/homepage

Explore living in Darwin

• https://jointheterritory.nt.gov.au/
• https://jointheterritory.nt.gov.au/move/regional-living-guides/darwin-and-surrounds

For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search