AddressThe key duties of the position include
Senior Advisor, Navigation Safety and Digitalisation
$138,821 - $160,932 + 15.4% super
Canberra preferred (other locations can be considered)
Ongoing
ABOUT THE ROLE
Provide high level advice on safety of navigation matters relating to shipboard navigational aids and aids to navigation ashore.
High level international and national representation, working effectively across a range of stakeholders, developing high level written material and other communication, are key elements of this role.
You will:
- Lead and provide specialist technical advice on safety of navigation matters, developments in digitalisation globally, including on ship and shore-based navigational aids, radiocommunication systems and autonomous functions/systems.
- Lead and represent Australia nationally and internationally, including participation in delegations to forums of the International Association of Marine Aids to Navigation and Lighthouse Authorities (IALA), International Maritime Organization (IMO) and other relevant bodies.
- Advise on policy and regulatory matters regarding AMSA's role as the Competent Authority for Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) matters in Australia.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
To be successful in this position, you must have the following pre-requisites:
- Tertiary qualifications (or demonstrated formal training and experience) in one or more of the following disciplines - marine electrical/electronic, radio or telecommunication engineering, information technology, software development or autonomous systems.
- Understanding of, or the ability to quickly develop an understanding of, modern shipboard navigation and communications systems, digital data models and solutions.
- Knowledge of international and national obligations relating to navigation and maritime radiocommunications.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Note: Information about our terms and conditions of employment are contained in the AMSA Enterprise Agreement 2016-2019.
AMSA BENEFITS
We are committed a supportive and collaborative work environment, which is why AMSA offers:
- Flexible work including work from home arrangements
- Health and wellbeing programs including annual flu vaccinations and a healthy lifestyle reimbursement
- An office-wide Christmas period shutdown (in addition to annual leave provisions)
- An ability to work for an organisation charged with protecting our marine environments and saving lives
ABOUT AMSA
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) is responsible for the safety of international shipping and domestic commercial vessels, protection of the environment from ship sourced pollution and search and rescue nationally.
AMSA offers unique and interesting career opportunities, and we employ around 450 people across Australia. To learn more about our organisation please visit our website .
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Diversity and inclusion are a priority at AMSA.
Our role means that we impact and influence communities right across Australia, this is why it is essential that we draw on the diversity of our people to successfully deliver our mission of "ensuring safe vessel operations, combatting marine pollution and rescuing people in distress".
We are proud to have been recognised as an Inclusive Employer 2022-2023 by the Diversity Council of Australia, and continue to focus on embedding inclusive values within our organisation.
Don't meet every single requirement? At AMSA we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway - you might just be the person we're looking for!
We encourage applications from people of all diverse backgrounds and are committed to supporting you to reach your full potential. You can find more information about our diversity and inclusion commitments in our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy .
HOW TO APPLY
Please complete your application on our website via the Careers at AMSA page by 11:55pm (AEDT) Sunday, 10 March 2024. You will need to provide:
- your resume (maximum of 3 pages)
- a brief cover letter (maximum 800 words) outlining what you will bring to this role.
If you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources on recruitment@amsa.gov.au
AMSA does not engage staff under the Public Service Act 1999. AMSA engages employees under the Australian Maritime Safety Authority Act 1990 and our remuneration arrangements are specific to AMSA.
