Geoscience Data Manager

Written By Lisa Cornish

We are recruiting for a Geoscience Data Manager for our client, a Canberra based federal government agency.

The client is seeking a Geoscience Data Manager to work on a full-time basis.

The successful candidate/s will be responsible for compiling and checking geological and related data to support the geoscience projects of Geoscience Australia's Resourcing Australia's Prosperity initiative.

Tasks can be repetitive and require a high level of attention to detail as the data gathered provides an important foundation for geological models and maps that will be produced in future years.

Flexible working arrangement can be considered for the successful candidate after completion of training on site. 

Estimated start date: Monday, 11 May 2026

Initial contract duration: 3 months

Extension term: 3 months

Experience level: APS 5 equivalent

Location of work: ACT

Working arrangements: Hybrid

Maximum hours: 37.5 hours per week

Security clearance: Must be able to obtain baseline clearance.

Applications close Wednesday 6 May, 2026.

Please note we can only accept responses from candidates with Australian citizenship.

Key duties and responsibilities

  • Compile data from structured and unstructured geological reports and spreadsheets into templates and formats suitable for digital data analysis.

  • Enter data into databases such as geological samples, boreholes, geochemistry, lithostratigraphy, mineral resources, geophysical surveys and geochronology. 

  • Undertake basic QA/QC of geological and related data. 

  • Consult with various SMEs about work completed and meet required timeframes for individual tasks. 

Technical skills

Experience with data management applications.

Criteria

The buyer has specified that each candidate must provide a one page pitch to address all criteria specified. This is equal to 5000 characters.

Essential criteria

  • Geoscience qualifications/background or currently studying an earth science related degree.

  • Demonstrated problem solving skills.

  • Experience working in teams and with diverse groups.

  • Demonstrated attention to detail.

Desirable criteria

  • Willingness to learn.

Submissions

Please provide a one-page pitch addressing the selection criteria, in addition to a resume of no more than three pages, contact details for two referees and your preferred daily rate.

Why Data Knowhow?

As a contractor with Data Knowhow, you will be provided with mentoring and training to advance your career opportunities - we are keen to support you in your career journey and expand future opportunities for you. Data Knowhow provide expertise in data management, analytics and communication, with our staff mentoring and supporting you during your placement with our clients.

Data Knowhow provides EAP services managed by Wisdom Wellbeing (https://www.wisdomwellbeing.com/au/) and salary sacrificing opportunities offered through Simplygreen (https://www.simplygreen.com.au/).

12% superannuation is provided on top of your requested daily rate if you are successful in this position.

We are continually expanding our offerings to make life as a Data Knowhow employee a valuable experience.

Applications close Wednesday 5 May, 2026.

Position contact

Lisa Cornish

Director, Data Knowhow

lisa.cornish@dataknowhow.com.au

+61 412 073 873

Lisa Cornish