Group
Occupation
244932 Meteorologist
Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
First release
244932 Meteorologist
Studies the physics and dynamics of the atmosphere to increase understanding of weather and climate, and to forecast changes in the weather and long-term climatic trends.
Specialisation
- Climatologist
Skill level: 1
Main tasks
- Analyses and interprets weather data gathered from different sources such as meteorological stations, radars and satellite imagery
- Studies and analyses historical weather patterns to understand long-term trends and predict future climate scenarios
- Provides short to medium-term weather forecasts to the general public
- Studies the impact of weather on the environment and effects of human activity on the climate
- Develops, tests and improves mathematical and computer models of the weather and climate
- Prepares and issues warnings for atmospheric phenomena such as cyclones, storms, floods or other hazards to life and property