• Studies composition, structure and dynamics of the atmosphere, investigating the direction and speed of air movements, air pressure and temperature, humidity and other phenomena; investigates the nature of solar and terrestrial (infra-red) radiations and effects on the atmosphere; studies physical nature and properties of solid and liquid particles suspended in the atmosphere, investigating them as the process of cloud formation, precipitation and electrical disturbances; studies data on atmospheric conditions obtained to prepare weather maps and forecasts for advice to aviation, shipping, agriculture and the general public; studies climatic conditions by analysing meteorological observations made over extended periods of time, and investigates past and possible future fluctuations in climate; employs balloons, rockets and artificial earth satellites and such techniques as spectroscopy, hygrometry, daylight and infra-red photography, radar and radio to obtain data on atmospheric conditions, and directs processing of the data; may specialise in a particular area of meteorological science.

• Works indoors in offices and laboratories in research centres, weather forecasting organisations and universities.

• Frequently works outdoors when required to carry out fieldwork relevant to specific fields of study or work.

• Occasionally travelling to outdoor sites is required.

• Works indoors in adequately heated, ventilated and clean, well maintained office workspaces.

• Occasionally may work in all weathers and wears protective clothing and footwear.

• Sedentary work with frequent to constant sitting required.

• Stands and walks frequently inside. On-site walking may involve difficult terrain.

• Lifting, carrying or pulling, and bending, squatting or crouching are not a significant component of the job.

• Occasional stretching, twisting and climbing may be required in some contexts on outdoor sites.

• Occasional to frequent repetitive hand and finger movements are required when using hand tools including writing instruments, computers and specialist equipment.

• Occasional driving of vehicles is required in order to carry out on-site work.

• Mental skills necessary include a high level of cognitive functioning with technical, computing, research, report writing, communication, interpersonal, planning, organisational, problem solving, critical thinking and decision-making capabilities.

• A relevant tertiary qualification or at least five years applicable experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). In some instances particular experience and/or on-the-job training may be required.