- $134,567 - $161,521 (EL 2) + Super
- Canberra - ACT
The Role
We are looking for a qualified Engineer who possess extensive knowledge of nuclear safety and radiation protection principles and experience of working in high-hazard regulated environments. You will need to demonstrate the ability to incorporate scientific, engineering and behavioural reasoning into nuclear safety and radiation protection regulation and licensing.
You will join the Regulation and Licensing directorate within the Nuclear-Powered Submarine Regulatory Design (NPSRD). The directorate is responsible for the stand-up of the regulation and licensing function for nuclear-powered submarines, nuclear material and the associated nuclear facilities.
As the EL2 Director - Engineer Professional - Nuclear Specialist you will exercise a significant degree of independence and will provide strategic advice to senior management and stakeholders as well as leading and assuming accountability for very complex nuclear engineering and science work. As an EL2 Director Engineer Professional - Nuclear Specialist, you will;
- Exercise your people management skills and knowledge to lead a high performing and cohesive team.
- Require knowledge of nuclear-power safety and radiological protection principles.
- Require extensive knowledge of regulatory frameworks, government decision-making and policy requirements to assist with nuclear regulation and licensing.
- Provide a strategic level of expert advice on the assessment and provision of licences for facilities as well as the regulatory audit, inspection, compliance and assurance of facility licence holders related to nuclear powered submarines that fall under the regulatory framework of the future Australian Naval Nuclear Power Safety Regulator (ANNPSR).
- Actively managing key stakeholder relationships and identify relevant stakeholders’ expectations and concerns to develop and communicate methodologies and practices to achieve outcomes.
- Develop, coach and review individual, team and business performance, and identify opportunities for building team capability and continuous improvement.
- Be accountable to contribute towards ongoing self-improvement and professional development.
Note: Due to the training and development requirements for these roles, international travel will likely be required. We are seeking individuals who are willing and able to work abroad in the United Kingdom (UK) or the United Stated of America (USA) for periods of time which may span anywhere from 3 to 24 months. International travel to other locations may also be required for additional training opportunities (e.g. short courses).
Our Unique Offer
- Overseas training and development opportunities, short and long term.
- You’ll be working in a safety first culture characterised by commitment, trust, respect, delivery, inclusion and collegiality.
- We invest in developing the expertise of our people to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to work with exemplary leaders and teams, to deliver great capability.
- We offer internal career pathways for all occupations and will provide the time and resources to allow you to develop.
- We are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees are valued. We appreciate the experiences, skills and perspectives of all individuals and harness a collaborative environment.
- We know that as much as you may love your job, it's important to be able to regularly step away. We provide generous leave entitlements for whatever happens in life.
- We provide a range of wellbeing programs dedicated to supporting you and your family through whatever work and life has to offer.
About our Team
As part of the NPSRD team, you will be working at the cutting edge of the regulation of Defence capability, supported by professionalisation pathways so you can continue to develop, along with unique and varied career opportunities.
The NPSRD team are deeply committed to the success of the establishment of the Australian Naval Nuclear Power Safety Regulator and are seeking people who share the same dedication. Your dedication, enthusiasm, and initiative, will enable you to contribute to the establishment of the Australian Naval Nuclear Power Safety Regulator, and meet some of the most passionate, intelligent and fascinating people from around the world.
Our people are capable, committed and diverse. We support an inclusive culture that emphasises respect and collaboration and prioritises safety and security. Our greatest asset is our people.
We offer flexible working arrangements and a range of formal and informal professional development opportunities.
Our Ideal Candidate
- As the EL2 Director - Engineering Professional - Nuclear Specialist you will be required to demonstrate a range of skills, however the specific competencies below are considered critical to success within the NPSRD team.
- Lead and supervise - Setting direction and standards, delegating, motivating, empowering, developing others, recruiting talent.
- Apply expertise - Applying, developing and sharing specialist and detailed technical expertise, understanding other organisational disciplines.
- Persuade and influence - Making an impact, gaining agreement, negotiating, persuading, convincing, promoting ideas, managing conflict.
- Relating and networking - Building relationships, networking, relating to all levels.
- Cope with pressures and setbacks - Coping with pressure, keeping emotions under control, balancing work and personal life, keeping optimistic, handling criticism.
Application Closing Date: Thursday 26 September 2024
For further information please review the job information pack, reference ASG/07192/24 on https://defencecareers.nga.net.au/?jati=658C0EFD-E7A4-8762-48AA-DB0702696536