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Geoscience Technician
Alternative Titles:
Earth Science Technical Officer, Geological Technician, Geophysical Technician, Science Technical Officer
Geoscience technicians may specialise in a number of different
areas such as aerial sampling and exploration, seismic observation
and well logging.
Geoscience technicians are required to spend long periods
working in remote locations.
Qualification usually requires a level of skill equal to
a Diploma or Advanced Diploma. Study is often undertaken
through TAFEs or RTOs. The main learning areas are in the
field of computing, geography, mathematics and physics.
Geoscience technicians assist earth scientists such as
geologists, engineers and geophysicists to find and develop
mineral and fuel resources, by making observations, collecting
and analysing samples, recording information, and looking
after the practical tasks involved in servicing a remote field
operation.
Geoscience technicians may perform the following tasks:
- order, check, pack and ship equipment and supplies for
field surveys
- manage small field camps and, in some cases, cook for
very small groups
- mark outlines of ore, waste and drill hole patterns in
operating mines
- collect, record and transport samples of rock, soil,
drill cuttings and water
- undertake geophysical surveys, involving the measurement
of such factors as magnetism and gravity, and using Global
Positioning Systems technology (GPS) to establish deposit
locations
- operate geophysical instruments to complete surveys
which outline hidden rock features
- collate information collected from a range of sources
such as geochemical sampling surveys, seismic surveys and
meteorological observations, and carry out computer
processing of the data
- use digital technology to produce geological and
geophysical maps and sections
- supervise others doing these tasks.
Geoscience technicians may specialise in a number of
different areas such as aerial sampling and exploration,
seismic observation and well logging.
Geoscience technicians are required to spend long periods
working in remote locations throughout Australia.
Required Skills - Geoscience Technician
- enjoy scientific activities
- able to prepare accurate records and reports
- able to work as part of a team
- interested in rocks, fossils and minerals
- physically fit
- willing to work in remote locations
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