Before you apply

Read the Job Details carefully. The duty statement and job profile describe the tasks and functions of the position. The selection criteria list the work related qualities, such as skills, abilities, relevant personal qualities and qualifications that the Selection Advisory Committee will be seeking in the successful applicant. Information on conditions of engagement can be found in Essential Information for Applicants.

If you have any queries relating to a specific position please call the Contact Officer.

The terms and conditions of employment for the Australian Bureau of Meteorology employees are covered in the current "Bureau of Meteorology - Certified Agreement (PDF 3Mb)".

4 easy steps to applying

You must complete four easy steps when applying for a position with the Bureau of Meteorology. For your application to be fully considered, you must:

1. Download and read the Position Information
2. Write a Response to the Selection Criteria
3. Complete the Bureau Application Cover Sheet
4. Go to the “Apply Online area” and attach: CV, Response to the Selection Criteria and the Bureau Application Cover Sheet.

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is given in the advertisement. It is important that your application is received at the specified address by the date nominated in the advertisement.

What happens after we receive your application?

Please note, unfortunately we are not able to acknowledge applications on receipt.

After the closing date the Selection Advisory Committee will assess all applications and shortlist based on evidence presented against the Selection Criteria. Please be aware that this can sometimes take a few weeks.

Applicants should note that the minimum process for merit-based selections is an assessment of applications. However, applicants who are short-listed for further consideration should expect that a referee report will be obtained. The Selection Advisory Committee may choose not to have interviews or to use other selection methods such as a work skill test.

All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application as soon as possible.