We’re Hiring! Database Support Officer

Title: Database Support Officer, Remote, Australia
Location: Remotely from home, Australia. Ideally on the East Coast.
PART TIME (AROUND 4 DAYS A WEEK)

Tangaroa Blue Foundation is an Australia-wide not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the removal and prevention of marine debris: one of the major environmental issues worldwide. We do this by removing what’s already out there, stopping the flow of litter into the ocean and reducing the amount of waste produced.

 

 

 

The primary purpose of the Database Support Officer role is to: 

  • Support the Database Manager in administering the database.
  • Data entry and validation.
  • Support the Database Manager in data analysis and technical report generation and research through the provision of datasets, data charts and tables.
  • Support TBF staff with data for project and activity reporting.
  • Providing support for AMDI Database users.

About the role

You will:

  • Maintain data system files to ensure data quality, integrity and performance.
  • Data vetting, quality checking and QGIS mapping file maintenance.
  • Identify and develop workflows to Automate DBA processes. 
  • Perform system health checks and monitor and maintain user access.
  • Maintain ITIL best practices.
  • Maintain system security.
  • Provide support to stakeholders and users in accessing systems and datasets.
  • Documentation of Procedures and Processes
  • Build strong relationships with field-based volunteers, partner organisations, community network groups, and  TBF employees.
  • Work with developers and software architects to implement system improvements.

About you

Essential Requirements:

  • Experience in GIS mapping and geospatial database systems. 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Access, and Google Suite (Sheets, Workspace, Firebase).
  • Experience in Amazon AWS EC2 Cloud computing Services 
  • Minimum 3 years general experience working in database administration.
  • A minimum of 1 years dedicated to SQL database management.
  • Understanding of ITIL framework.
  • Analytical, Programming, and problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail, problem solving and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable requirements:

  • Experience in Performance Tuning and Optimisation (PTO) using monitoring and troubleshooting tools. 
  • Amazon AWS cloud-based services skills
  • Data visualization and analytical skills

While not necessary, applicants with public speaking, data collection and reporting or knowledge of and experience in working with culturally diverse groups will be highly regarded.

How to apply:

Send your cover letter and CV to info@tangaroablue.org to apply.

Date published: 9-May-2023

2022 ReefClean Report

The 2022 ReefClean Report has been released, showcasing the fourth year of the five-year ReefClean project funded by the Australian Government’s Reef Trust. The initiative aims to remove and prevent marine debris along the Great Barrier Reef (GBR) through community, monitoring, annual GBR Clean-up, Source Reduction Plan (SRP), school, training and disaster management clean-ups.

In 2022, over 4,139 volunteers from 251 organisations spent 14,211 hours collecting 23.7 tonnes of debris across 1,987 hectares of the GBR. Remnant plastic bits and pieces and plastic lids and tops, pump spray and flow restrictors were the top two items collected for the fourth consecutive year in the GBR.

Data is provided for the GBR area, the six National Resource Management regions, and the northern, central and southern zones within each NRM region. The Land Sea Source Index (LSSI), density of debris, and top three items collected are provided for each region and zone. The data shows that the Cape York region had the heaviest mass and greatest density of debris collected for the fourth year in a row, with the majority of debris predicted to have come from offshore sources. Data from clean-ups is entered into the Australian Marine Debris Initiative (AMDI) Database and used to design and implement SRPs to target specific debris items in an area.

The ReefClean program’s achievements highlight the importance of collective effort in removing and preventing marine debris from the GBR, with the number of volunteers, participants, and organisations involved in ReefClean continuing to grow every year.

Read the 2022 ReefClean report below.

ReefClean 2022 Public Report

ReefClean is funded by the Australian Government’s Reef Trust and delivered
by Tangaroa Blue Foundation in partnership with Reef Check Australia,
Capricornia Catchments, Eco Barge Clean Seas, OceanWatch Australia, South
Cape York Catchments and Australian Microplastics Assessment Project
(AUSMAP).

We’re Hiring! Project Coordinator – Christmas Island, WA

Title: Project Coordinator – Christmas Island, WA – Part Time.
Location: Remotely from home & on-ground Christmas Island. 

Tangaroa Blue Foundation is an Australia-wide not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the removal and prevention of marine debris: one of the major environmental issues worldwide. We do this by removing what’s already out there, stopping the flow of litter into the ocean and reducing the amount of waste produced.

The Project Coordinator role supports the Management team in the successful delivery of Tangaroa Blue projects, provides expertise and knowledge associated with the Australian Marine Debris Initiative (AMDI) Database data collection and entry and provides on the ground support, problem-solving and solutions.

About the role

No two days will be the same. One day you might be on the ground delivering clean-up events or undertaking monitoring activities, the next developing or reporting on source reduction projects.

Overall you will be responsible for supporting the organisation, delivery and reporting of project activities. You will need to effectively communicate activity status and submit all required documentation to management for reporting and collaborate with project partners and volunteers to deliver activity outcomes in a respectful and professional manner.

You will:

  • Support the organisation, delivery and reporting of project activities under the direction of the Project Manager, including periodic monitoring activities, engagement events and educational activities/workshops.
  • Effectively communicate activity status and submit all required documentation to the Project Manager for reporting.
  • Collaborate with project partners and volunteers to deliver activity outcomes in a respectful and professional manner.
  • Document and follow action items from meetings.
  • Prepare necessary presentation material for activities.
  • Ensure PPE is provided to all project participants.
  • Preparation of all required equipment to ensure the successful delivery of activities.
  • Provide administrative support where necessary, especially around data collection processes.
  • Ensure that the project adheres to and documents all necessary OH&S processes.
  • Protect TBF’s reputation at all times.

About you

  • You have a keen interest in environmental stewardship, including minimising the impact of marine debris on marine and human life across fresh or saltwater country.
  • With at least 6 months of experience in project management, you are capable of supporting and delivering on-ground projects and coordinating volunteers.
  • You’re just as comfortable getting your hands dirty in the field as you are in the office.

Essential Requirements:

  • Reside on Christmas Island, WA.
  • Experience in supporting and delivering on-ground projects and volunteer coordination.
  • Experience in 4WD driving, access to a 4WD vehicle, and competency in driving on unsealed roads.
  • Current workplace approved First Aid and CPR Certificate.
  • Current Blue Card or Working with Children Check.
  • Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Email and Internet.

While not necessary, applicants with public speaking, data collection and reporting or knowledge of and experience in working with culturally diverse groups will be highly regarded.

How to apply:

Send your cover letter and CV to info@tangaroablue.org to apply.

Date published: 24-April-2023

2023 WA Beach Clean-up

Our annual WA Beach Clean-up is back for another year!

Our WA Project Coordinators are working to increase the beaches and waterways covered and are both really looking forward to connecting to the communities that care for the wild shores of Western Australia over the 13th-15th of October.

Stay tuned for our fabulous sponsors; their generous contribution provides valuable funding to the WA Beach Clean-Up for 2023 and we are proud to be growing our capacity in Western Australia, with their help. We will share more about these partners throughout the campaign.

If anyone has any questions or requires further information regarding this event, please feel free to reach out to casey@tangaroablue.org.

Register your Clean-up site here

Register as a Volunteer

Download the Event Information Poster here

New Litter Hero Beach Hand Bins

Littering is a major environmental issue that continues to affect our planet’s health. The increasing amount of waste that ends up in our oceans is not only harmful to marine life but also poses a significant threat to human health. The ReefClean ‘Litter Hero’ campaign has partnered with designer and environmental advocate, Josie Jones to develop a solution to help this problem – the Beach Hand Bin. Read more “New Litter Hero Beach Hand Bins”

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