Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency
Regulatory Officer
Miranda NSW, Yallambie VIC
Section overview
The Facility Safety Section is responsible for regulation of prescribed radiation facilities and nuclear installations. This includes the assessment of new and amended licence applications, compliance monitoring via an inspection program and producing regulatory guidance. Major installations include the OPAL reactor and radiopharmaceuticals production facilities at the Lucas Heights Science and Technology Centre. Other facilities include accelerators located in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth.What we offer
Working at ARPANSA represents a dynamic and exciting opportunity to grow your career and access capability-building professional opportunities. At ARPANSA, our workforce priorities are building sustainable capability to enable achievement of ARPANSA’s mission, leading as an employer of choice in all the fields we provide opportunities, and strategically aligning our work to deliver meaningful outcomes for the Australian Community. A role at ARPANSA involves:Values and behaviours that underpin a culture characterised by commitment, respect, delivery, inclusion and collegiality.
Opportunities to engage with national and international stakeholders, in a context that values leading practice science.
The opportunity to pursue your interests while contributing to the Australian community.
A commitment 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 actively encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds.
Great working conditions including competitive salaries with 15.4% superannuation, generous leave conditions, flexible work practices, modern amenities, and free parking at both our Yallambie and Miranda sites.
Opportunities to engage with national and international stakeholders, in a context that values leading practice science.
The opportunity to pursue your interests while contributing to the Australian community.
A commitment 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 actively encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds.
Great working conditions including competitive salaries with 15.4% superannuation, generous leave conditions, flexible work practices, modern amenities, and free parking at both our Yallambie and Miranda sites.
Primary purpose of the role
In this role you will be responsible for providing advice in relation to ARPANSA regulatory functions, including assessment of licence applications; monitoring compliance and conducting inspections; providing advice on radiation protection; nuclear safety and the regulation of sources, prescribed radiation facilities and nuclear installations; and assisting with the development of policies, strategies and regulatory guidance.
The key duties of the position include:
Key accountabilities
- Assess applications for licences of nuclear installations, prescribed radiation facilities and sources against legislation, guidelines, codes and standards;
- Perform inspections of nuclear installations and prescribed radiation facilities to assess compliance with legislation and associated codes and standards;
- Contribute to the development of regulatory policies, processes and associated guidelines;
- Contribute to the development of codes and standards for radiation protection and nuclear safety;
- Liaise with ARPANSA stakeholders on issues related to regulation of sources, prescribed radiation facilities and nuclear installations;
- Undertake assigned tasks as a member of the Regulatory Services Branch as required.
Our ideal candidate - job specific capabilities
The role is part of a larger regulatory team responsible for providing advice on the regulation of sources, prescribed radiation facilities and nuclear installations undertaken by Australian Government entities and their contractors. The position provides an opportunity to contribute to regulatory reform and build productive and sustainable relationships with ARPANSA’s stakeholders.To be considered for this position, you must possess a degree in STEM subjects from an Australian university or comparable overseas qualifications or have equivalent experience in a regulatory or operational role. It is also desirable to have experience in radiation protection.
The successful applicant will be agile, demonstrate a high degree of initiative, the capacity to analyse a variety of sources of information and make sound recommendations, possess excellent oral and written communication skills and drive to advocate ARPANSA’s role in radiation protection and nuclear safety.
You must hold Australian citizenship and be prepared to travel interstate from time to time as required. As a minimum, ARPANSA requires all new employees to obtain and maintain a national security clearance as a condition of engagement.
Selection criteria
There are six selection criteria for this position. If you want to advance your career, please tells us your skills, experiences and achievements that address all selection criteria specifically in no more than 1000 words in total.- Experience in working in a high hazard, radiation protection and/or nuclear safety or regulated environment, or regulatory entity.
- Ability to perform assessments and inspections and undertake systematic analysis of technical information and contribute to strategic thinking.
- Demonstrated ability to contribute to and perform in a high performing team.
- Ability to cultivate positive working relationships.
- Demonstrated ability to act with high levels of integrity and professionalism and demonstrate well-developed skills in high level communication and negotiation.
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 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.
Notes
How to apply
To apply for an advertised role specific role:1. Read the guidance in preparing your application and general information for applicants.
2. Prepare your resume and a ‘1000-word pitch’ stating why you are interested in the position, how your skills and experience make you the best person for the position, and the value you can add to ARPANSA.
3. Submit your application via ARPANSA’s recruitment portal.
RecruitAbility
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.Merit pool
The selection process will establish a merit pool that may be used to fill similar positions within 18 months of advertising.Enterprise Agreement
To find out more about the employment conditions at ARPANSA, please refer to our Enterprise Agreement.Thank you for your interest.
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
Contact
Andrew McCormick
Contact Phone
02 9541 8352
Contact Email
Agency Employment Act
PS Act 1999
Website
Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency
Position Number
13708
Vacancy Number
VN-0759111
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.
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