Meteorologist

Job description

You will provide meteorological services for a number of platforms such as Energy, Aviation, Retail and Media. Comprehensive training and mentoring will be given in The Weather Company (TWC) IBM's proprietary systems and applications and TWC IBM's advanced forecast models and workstation technology as well as training towards the EWINS (Enhanced Weather Information System) certification for aviation. You will participate in daily Forecast Centre weather briefings and discussions involving European and sometimes global synoptic scale trends, model bias and expected developments in the short, medium, sub-seasonal and seasonal forecast periods. The position will be full time at 40 hours per week. Within TWC IBM, forecasters work on a flexible shift schedule covering 24 hours, seven days per week. You should be comfortable participating fully in a 24 hour rotating shift pattern.
Auto req ID

262194BR
Required Education

Bachelor's Degree
Role ( Job Role )

Technical Support Professional
State / Province

BIRMINGHAM
Primary job category

Software Development & Support
Company

(8660) IBM United Kingdom Limited
Contract type

Regular
Employment Type

Full-Time
Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?

No
Travel Required

No Travel
IBM Business Group

Cognitive Apps
Preferred Education

Master's Degree
City / Township / Village

BIRMINGHAM
Being You @ IBM

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise

You should show a deep interest in weather and have a good first degree or higher degree in Meteorology, 2:1 or above, with operational experience. You must be able to communicate and interact well both within a team environment and with external clients. You will be able to effectively carry out a number of tasks at the same time. Your data analysis and collation skills will be of the highest order and you will be able to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced operational environment. Excellent writing and communication skills in English are required.
Country/Region

United Kingdom
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

Experience in the Aviation sector is desirable.
Secondary Job Category

Other Software Development & Support
Eligibility Requirements

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Position Type

Professional
Early Professional Track

Not Applicable - Professional Hire
Location Statement

For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.
New Collar Role

No
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