Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency
Senior Officer, National Uniformity and Secretariat
Yallambie VIC
The Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) is the Australian Government's primary authority on radiation protection and nuclear safety. Our purpose is to protect the Australian people and the environment from the harmful effects of radiation, through understanding risks, best practice regulation, research, policy, services, partnerships and engaging with the community.
The Office of the CEO comprises five sections: Communications, Governance & Strategic Partnerships, Risk & Quality, Security & Insider Risk and National Uniformity Policy & Secretariat. The National Uniformity Policy and Secretariat Section is responsible for ensuring the CEO can deliver on their legislative mandate to promote uniformity of radiation protection and nuclear safety policy and practices across jurisdictions of the Commonwealth, the States and the Territories. This is achieved through working closely with internal experts and external stakeholders including the Department of Health and Aged Care and regulatory counterparts in each State and Territory to progress various policy issues. Additionally, the Section will provide strategic advice to the agency on matters of regulatory policy including the development of relevant Codes and Standards.
Why work for us?
- Opportunities to engage with national and international stakeholders
- Inclusive and diverse workplace
- Competitive salaries with 15.4% superannuation
- Generous leave conditions
- Flexible work practices
- Modern amenities and free parking at both our Yallambie and Miranda sites.
The key duties of the position include:
The role supports the National Uniformity Policy and Secretariat Section to deliver on its various accountabilities and support the agency in its strategic work. You will support ARPANSA’s relationships with radiation regulatory counterparts in the States and Territories and help represent ARPANSA through the work of its advisory bodies. As part of a team approach, you will support the secretariat function for the Radiation Health and Safety Advisory Council, and the Radiation Health Committee.
Your work will include providing support to senior management to deliver key strategic outcomes through secretariat support and advice and help develop policies and advice as required.
Key accountabilities
- Support key stakeholder relationships to ensure ARPANSA’s engagement with State and Territory regulators produces value for ARPANSA and cements ARPANSA’s reputation as a best practise regulator and advisor of radiation protection and nuclear safety.
- Provide secretariat support to the agency’s statutory advisory bodies, including liaison with members to coordinate meetings, working groups, papers and minutes.
- Support the relationship with the relevant portfolio department on national uniformity issues. This includes regular communications on key issues.
- Support any work programs to mature the national regulatory frameworks.
- Assist in the development, implementation and updating of systems, guidelines, policies and procedures relevant to the function of the section.
- Help represent ARPANSA at stakeholder meetings and events.
Eligibility
The successful candidate will have:
- A relevant degree from an Australian tertiary institution or comparable overseas qualifications and/or substantial related experience, which are appropriate to the role and duties of the position.
- Experience in liaison, consultation and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to cultivate and maintain productive working relationships
- Demonstrated experience undertaking research and analysis in order to provide advice to senior management.
- Experience in managing projects and the ability to coordinate the compilation of issues papers and advice to government.
- Highly developed written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of stakeholders including government officials and scientific and technical colleagues.
- Relevant experience supporting Secretariat functions, committee memberships and ensuring such groups operate strategically and deliver on their mandates.
You must hold Australian citizenship and be prepared to travel interstate from time to time as required. ARPANSA requires all new employees to obtain and maintain a national security clearance as a condition of engagement. You must also meet required pre-employment checks as necessary.
Selection criteria
The selection criteria for this role are:
- Demonstrated understanding of relevant Australian federal and State/Territory legislative and policy frameworks with respect to Radiation and Nuclear Safety.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage projects requiring whole-of-organisation input under limited supervision.
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to liaise with a range of diverse stakeholders to facilitate strategic objectives.
- Demonstrated ability to remain versatile, support team members, and provide leadership and guidance to achieve team objectives.
Eligibility
Employment with ARPANSA is subject to:
- conditions prescribed within the Public Service Act 1999.
- Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) granting a security clearance at the required level.
- evidence of citizenship status required.
- evidence of qualifications required of the role.
- evidence of a completed national police-check with no risks identified by ARPANSA.
- the CEO of ARPANSA, or their Delegate, approving a Notice of Engagement.
The Australian Government Security Clearance Application Guidebook provides information on minimum eligibility requirements for holding a security clearance at the required level. Please ensure that you are able to provide the necessary documents if you apply for the position. More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the AGSVA website.
Notes
How to apply
Applications can be lodged through ARPANSA Recruitment Portal. Your application will consist of resume, ARPANSA cover letter to be completed via the portal, contact details for two referees and a ‘1000-word pitch’ that considers:
- Key accountabilities
- Job specific capabilities
- Selection criteria.
ARPANSA recognises the need for our workforce to reflect the community we serve and provide an inclusive environment that respects and values diversity. We strongly encourage qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme applicants who choose to apply under the scheme will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy, where they meet the minimum requirements for the position. ARPANSA will provide reasonable adjustments or flexibilities in the recruitment process as requested. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability.
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability. This initiative/program is only applicable where the successful applicant will be employed under the Public Service Act 1999. Similar conditions may apply when employed under other Acts. For clarification please contact the agency.
Contact
James Wheaton
Contact Phone
0419 697 498
Contact Email
james.wheaton@arpansa.gov.au
Agency Employment Act
PS Act 1999
Website
Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency
Position Number
13555
Vacancy Number
VN-0763525
Getting to know the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency
The Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) is the Australian Government's primary authority on radiation protection and nuclear safety. Our purpose is to protect the Australian people and the environment from the harmful effects of radiation, through understanding risks, best practice regulation, research, policy, services, partnerships and engaging with the community.
📌 Senior Officer, National Uniformity and Secretariat
🏢 Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA)
📍 Yallambie