Director/s

Flexible work arrangements are supported by the department; for more information, please reach out to the contact officer. Learn how a merit list or pool may be used Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool. If the applicant agrees, the results may be shared with other Australian Public Service (APS) agencies for filling similar roles. Applicants may be offered a future role without the need to reapply. A merit list or pool may be used for up to 18 months. This merit list or pool may be used to fill other vacancies anywhere in Australia. Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) Director/s Various locations - ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA About the Department The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government’s economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient, and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology. We do this by: Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries, and regions Investing in science and technology Strengthening the resources sector. The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work. You will be able to create a positive impact in people’s lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people. If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed, and open to change, join us in shaping Australia’s future. About the team Remediation Policy Come and be a part of a team like no other in the Australian Public Service. The Remediation Policy team offers opportunities to undertake challenging and rewarding work. In Remediation Policy, you will work to environmentally rehabilitate historically significant uranium and nuclear sites. In doing so, you will be able to see direct, tangible benefits on the ground and help further reconciliation with First Nations in a practical, locally-based way. The team supports delivery of rehabilitation activities across three key work streams: Maintaining and monitoring the former British Atomic Test site at Maralinga in South Australia so that traditional owner aspirations for land use can be realised. Administering a Federation Funding Agreement with the Northern Territory Government to rehabilitate the former Rum Jungle mine site to create a stable environmental condition of the land. Managing the policy and regulatory framework for the Ranger Uranium Mine in the Northern Territory, with a focus on rehabilitation and closure planning so that the land can be returned to Traditional Owners in a sustainable condition. The team is responsible for policy advice and project management of activities to rehabilitate lands where the Government has some responsibility due to its past actions, needs to manage indemnities and financial risk exposure, and/or needs to maintain safe environmental conditions. Joining Remediation Policy allows you to come to the heart of formulating policy and implementing rehabilitation activities in a way that balances commercial, environmental, and social factors to achieve optimal outcomes for regional and remote Australia. The opportunity We are offering 2 Manager policy and project roles (EL2) in the Remediation Policy team to lead on delivery of remediation activities for the former nuclear test site of Maralinga, the former Rum Jungle Uranium and Copper Mine, and Ranger Uranium Mine. The roles on offer are positions of leadership, and you will direct and manage staff and engage with stakeholders located across Australia, including in very remote areas. You will also contribute to the broader Mining branch, division, and departmental objectives. What’s in it for you? While you will lead the team to oversee, manage, and deliver rehabilitation activities in significant places of Australia, we want to invest and help you in your ambitions. The roles provide a unique opportunity to establish important skills that can be used moving forward in your career including: Delivery of large projects of national significance Budget and fund management Complex problem-solving requiring unique and creative solutions across all time horizons Risk and future forecasting Project management including data analysis and creation of sustainable systems and structures A deep understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal people and communicating sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal people Regulation and legislative drafting, interpretation, and/or implementation Complex stakeholder engagement across the APS, State/Territory and local Governments, Land Councils, Traditional Owners, and the mining and resources sector Procurement and contract management Governance The Department is committed to providing learning and development opportunities, coaching, and mentoring. The opportunity to gain acting experience at the SESB1 level can also be provided for the right candidates. Our ideal candidate We are looking for motivated, highly curious self-starters. EL2 candidates must: Have tertiary qualifications in law, science, economics, engineering, environmental management, project management, finance, or planning (town, land, or water) or a relevant field. Have experience managing teams and complex stakeholder networks. Be able to manage complex workloads and diverse stakeholders with reasonable autonomy and accountability. Desirable experience, skills, and capabilities Successful applicants will have demonstrated experience, skills, and capabilities in some (or all) of the following: Leading development and review of written documentation, with attention to accuracy and detail. Complex project management including a demonstrated ability to think creatively and with an outcomes-mindset. Managing high figure/complex budgets and expenditure - including undertaking budget and financial processes. Managing risk. Leading development of research and analysis of policy, program, legislative, and data issues to assist with preparing policy and/or program advice for senior executive, a Board or Committee, and the Minister. Interpersonal skills including the ability to develop and maintain productive working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders, including with Aboriginal people. Leading a team and working as part of an executive team, including the ability to manage workflow and staff, and produce high-quality work to deadlines with significant uncertainty. A commitment to continuous improvement and a demonstrated ability to implement and respond positively to change. Critical thinking skills to direct interpreting, understanding, and drafting legislative instruments and regulatory frameworks, obtaining legal advice, and managing potential legal challenges. Coordination activities across large public and private organisations (such as a department or the Australian Public Service, state and territory governments, land councils, and/or with companies). Conducting horizon scanning, escalating emerging risks, and finding solutions to ensure delivery of high-quality outputs and/or on-time delivery. Coaching, managing, and upskilling staff in the skills and capabilities listed above. Please note: It is not necessary to have previously worked for government; we encourage people from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. Our department has a commitment to inclusion and diversity, with an ambition of being the best possible place to work. This reflects the importance we place on our people and on creating a workplace culture where each and every one of us is valued and respected for our contribution. Our ideal candidate adds to this culture and our workplace in their own way. The key duties of the position include: You will lead in the development of policy advice and project management delivering rehabilitation activities across one or more of the key workstreams (Maralinga, Rum Jungle, and/or Ranger Uranium Mine). This will include tasks such as (but not exclusive to): Delivering policy advice for senior executive and the Government. Project management - including (but not exclusive to) financial, risk, environmental, legal management. Staff management. Delivering budgeting and funding proposals, creating negotiating mandates. Undertaking procurements and managing contracts. Engaging with and supporting positive stakeholder relationships (for example with other APS Departments, Departmental Senior Executive, state and territory Environmental Protection Agencies, and Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency, Aboriginal people, and land councils), including by travelling to regional or remote Australia. Leading and managing governance and secretariat functions and records management. To be eligible for employment in the APS and the department, candidates must be Australian Citizens. Positions require a Baseline security clearance and successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level. Notes Positions in Remediation Policy will likely require travel to remote areas of Australia, including to mine sites in the Northern Territory and to Maralinga in South Australia. This includes travel to communities that may request you have up-to-date COVID-19 vaccinations (or other vaccinations) to enter. Owing to travel to remote sites, holding a class C driver’s licence is desirable (but not essential), as is a willingness to undertake first aid and 4 WD training. A merit pool may be established and used to fill future vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette. The department does currently offer flexible work opportunities for many roles. This vacancy is Australia-wide. Flexible and/or remote work arrangements may be considered. Please reach out to the contact officer to discuss this further. Recruit Ability applies to this vacancy. Under the Recruit Ability 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: Getting to know the Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR) The department’s Enterprise Agreement and policies provide for a flexible working environment to assist staff balance their work and home life. Staff and managers work together to balance the operating needs of the department with the needs of the individual. Options may include full-time/part-time working arrangements, working from home, or other arrangements. Our employees say they recommend our department as a good place to work. Our workplace is one that encourages and supports all employees to have a sense of belonging and a culture that allows them to bring their authentic selves to work every day. Our reconciliation vision supports a workforce with opportunities and career pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The vision allows them to feel empowered and helps to ensure that the department and broader community can benefit from the knowledge and experience of Australia’s First Peoples. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, nationalities, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, mature age, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people of the LGBTIQA+ community, and people with disability. The department wants to give candidates the opportunity to demonstrate their full potential during a recruitment process. We encourage candidates who require any adjustments or support as part of the recruitment process to reach out and discuss them with the job’s contact officer. Candidates are also welcome to contact our Inclusion team at for a confidential discussion if you identify from any of these diverse backgrounds and would like to discuss how we can support you. #J-18808-Ljbffr