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About the role
We currently have two opportunities to join our Professional Standards and Engineering Practice team as a Professional Standards Officer – one permanent role and one 12-month fixed term opportunity. These roles play a vital part in supporting the operational delivery of accreditation and registration processes, working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure smooth, professional, and high-quality service. You'll provide high-level administrative and operational support across teams within the Professional Standards and Engineering Practice business group. One position will focus on Accreditation Operations, and the other on Registration Operations, both contributing to enhancing the quality and consistency of our professional standards processes.
Location
Canberra (preferred) – hybrid working arrangements available.
In this role you will:
* Coordinate and manage operational activities supporting accreditation and/or registration processes.
* Provide administrative and logistical support for meetings, panels, and stakeholder engagement activities.
* Assist in reviewing and improving policies, procedures, and documentation to enhance efficiency.
* Respond to member and stakeholder enquiries, ensuring clear, timely, and accurate communication.
* Contribute to cross-functional projects and initiatives that strengthen the Professional Standards and Engineering Practice function.
Here's what we're looking for:
* Experience providing high-level administrative or operational support in a professional environment.
* Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to deliver clear and professional service.
* Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and ability to manage competing priorities.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and confidence working with a range of digital systems.
* A proactive, collaborative, and improvement-focused mindset.
*Please refer to the supporting documents to review the full success profile and measures of success in this role (on our careers website)
Why work for Engineers Australia?
* People are at the heart of what we do and why we do it.
* Enjoy competitive remuneration and salary packaging that recognises your expertise and contributions
* Generous paid leave options including 15 days of Personal Leave and 3 days of Life Leave
* Achieve a healthy work-life balance with hybrid working model, ensuring your personal well-being complements your professional fulfillment
* Unlock career growth prospects, as we invest in you and provide avenues for advancement in EA.
* A diverse, inclusive, and supportive team culture that supports you to lead and achieve
* Proud AWEI Bronze Employer Award winner (2023–2026), championing a safe and inclusive workplace for LGBTQ employees.
Ready to apply?
* Click 'Apply Now' to submit your cover letter and resume by COB Friday 23rd January 2026.
* Please indicate in your cover letter if you wish to be considered for the permanent, fixed term, or both roles.
* This position is subject to both a National Police Check and Reference Check.
Diversity, inclusion and your privacy:
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