Deploying Application Development Capability for National Marine Programs
The Context
Client: Geoscience Australia
Service: Application & Systems Development Recruitment
Sector: Federal Government – Scientific Research & Data
The Challenge
As the national geoscience agency, Geoscience Australia leads and supports critical programs that advance environmental science, marine mapping, and national data sharing. Two of its flagship initiatives – AusSeabed and the Marine Data Register – required immediate support from a specialist Oracle APEX Engineer to maintain momentum and enable upcoming delivery milestones.
The role demanded:
Deep technical capability in Oracle APEX and database development
Experience integrating cloud architecture and data visualisation tools
Familiarity with agile project methodologies
These skillsets are a niche capability and the project was time-critical. Without a successful placement, both projects risked significant delivery delays and downstream operational impacts.
Our Response
Within a two-week delivery window, we achieved:
59 inbound applications
20 proactively sourced candidates
5 shortlisted candidates, all technically validated against project-specific requirements
All candidates underwent a structured evaluation process involving:
Technical interviews and background checks
Qualifications and employment history verification
Assessment using Resolve’s proprietary skills matrix, tailored to the project’s requirements and delivery priorities
Our team also:
Coordinated panel interviews and logistics
Supported candidate preparation, including selection criteria responses
Managed onboarding, offer negotiation and alignment of expectations across both parties
Following this process, Resolve successfully placed a senior Oracle APEX Engineer, delivering on both speed and quality.
The Outcome
The Oracle APEX Developer successfully:
Maintained uninterrupted progress across the AusSeabed and Marine Data Register projects
Accelerated the development of new technical capabilities in Oracle APEX
Improved integration between cloud environments and national marine datasets
Avoided project delays during a critical delivery phase
Their work also helped support various workstreams and projects across the organisation. Their involvement helped the team meet deadlines, uphold data integrity and maintain public-sector service continuity.
Why Resolve
This engagement showcased Resolve's ability to source hard-to-find database specialists under pressure, supporting programs with direct impact on Australia's scientific projects.
The right person, in the right seat, at the right time. That’s what Resolve does.