Description:
The Role
We have several opportunities for qualified Science and Engineering professionals, who possess extensive knowledge of nuclear safety and radiation protection principles and relevant experience 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 become a member of the Regulation and Licensing directorate within the Nuclear-Powered Submarine Regulatory Design team. Our Nuclear Specialists will support the directorate in the stand-up, and delivering of, key functions for the future Australian Naval Nuclear Power Safety Regulator (ANNPSR), such as conducting licensing for regulated activities, monitoring and compliance, investigating and taking regulatory action.
As an EL 1 Assistant Director - Nuclear Specialist you will be accountable under broad direction to assess very complex nuclear engineering and science work, exercise a considerable degree of independence and perform a subject matter expert role.
As an EL 1 Assistant Director - Nuclear Specialist, you will;
- Require sound knowledge of nuclear safety and radiological protection principles.
- Have, or be capable of obtaining, an in-depth knowledge of regulatory frameworks, government decision-making and policy requirements to assist with nuclear regulation and licensing.
- Exercise sound decision making and judgement to provide 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 ANNPSR.
- Actively manage key stakeholder relationships and identify relevant stakeholders’ expectations and concerns to develop and communicate methodologies and practices to achieve outcomes.
- 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 or the United States of America for periods of time which may span anywhere from three to 24 months. Domestic and international travel to other locations may also be required for additional training opportunities (e.g. short courses).
Our Unique Offer
- National and 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 and flexible work arrangements.
We provide a range of wellbeing programs dedicated to supporting you and your family.
Due to the unique workplace context and sensitive work undertaken, candidates may be required to undergo additional suitability screening or assessments.
Whilst this position has been advertised through Department of Defence, in line with the announcement made by the Australian Government on 14 Mar 23, this position will move to a new Statutory Agency with an effective yet to be confirmed.
Applicants with exceptional skills, experience or expertise may be eligible for additional remuneration in the form of a Building Defence Capability Payment (BDCP) or Individual Flexibility Arrangement (IFA), which enables Defence to provide a premium, in addition to the rate of salary otherwise payable under the Defence Enterprise Collective Agreement 2024 (DECA 2024). This may include additional remuneration and/or the variation of other conditions. In these cases, total remuneration will comprise of base salary + additional remuneration + Superannuation.
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 an EL 1 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.
- Decide and initiate - Deciding, taking responsibility and calculated risks, taking initiative and generating activity.
- Apply expertise - Applying, developing and sharing specialist and detailed technical expertise, understanding other organisational disciplines.
- Working with people – Understanding others, adapting to others, rewarding others, listening, consulting, supporting, caring.
- Persuading and influencing – Making an impact, gaining agreement, negotiating, persuading, convincing, promoting ideas, managing conflict.
- Cope with pressures and setbacks - Coping with pressure, keeping emotions under control, balancing work and personal life, keeping optimistic, handling criticism.
Application Closing Date: Sunday 13 April, 2025
For further information please review the job information pack, reference ASG/01831/25 on https://defencecareers.nga.NET.au/?jati=D7372C4D-E0E9-C34D-0784-E3AB20024758.