Keyword

Weather Observer

Will be updated

Minimum experience of 10 to 19 years in the relevant field

The tasks a Weather Observer is expected to perform include:

Observing and recording the weather conditions for use in forecasting

Observing general weather, sky and visibility conditions

Reading the weather instruments including thermometers, barometers and hygrometers

Evaluating and ascertaining the elements such as temperature, barometric pressure, humidity, wind velocity and precipitation

Transmitting and receiving the weather data from other stations over fax machine or e-mails

Collecting upper air data on temperature, humidity and winds

Making use of weather balloon and radio sound equipment

Conducting pilot briefings

Knowledge of all the weather conditions

Skilled in observing general weather, sky and visibility conditions

Proficiency in using the weather instruments including thermometers, barometers and hygrometers

Ability to evaluate elements like temperature, barometric pressure, humidity, wind velocity, and precipitation

Skilled in handling all the weather data

Ability to handle data received over fax machine or e-mails

Skilled in collecting upper air data on temperature, humidity and winds

Knowledge of using weather balloon and radio sound equipment

Will be updated

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking abilities

Team player

Punctual

Dedicated

Hardworking

It is not a desk job

Need not handle a team

Local travelling is not a part of this job role

Part-time work and contractual jobs are not available

Work from home option is not available

Working hours
Laboratories usually work for 6/7 days a week and 8/9 hours everyday. This may vary from laboratory to laboratory

Shift system maybe available

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs
No

The job is not considered hazardous/dangerous

Occupational hazards include such as stress on eyes, mental and physical strain, joint pains, etc., if not taken care of

For candidates with experience of 10 to 19 years - INR 1,00,000 to INR 1,20,000 per month

(These figures are indicative and subject to change)

Education Industry in India

According to a report by IBEF, India is an important educational centre in the global education industry. This is because the country has more than 1.4 million schools and more than 35,000 higher education institutes. Also, the vocational education and training is fast emerging as an important area of focus in India.

Monitoring weather conditions is very important as this information is made use of in many ways. A regular and continuous monitoring of weather data is very essential. Considering this, it is safe to say that the demand for a Weather Observer is there in the present and will be there in the future as well.

Government Meteorological Department

Cities and towns across India