Technical Officer

OUR ORGANISATION

Here at the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) our vision is ‘Transport without accidents’.

Our mission is to improve transport safety for the greatest public benefit through our independent investigations and influencing safety action. 

The ATSB improves safety and public confidence in aviation, marine and rail transport through:

• independent ‘no blame’ investigation of transport safety accidents and occurrences; 
• safety data recording, analysis and research; and 
• influencing safety action through fostering safety awareness. 

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) is an independent statutory agency of the Australian Government.  The ATSB is governed by a Commission and is entirely separate from transport regulators, policy makers and service providers. 

The ATSB is established by the Transport Safety Investigation Act 2003 (TSI Act) and conducts its investigations in accordance with the provisions of the Act.  Under the TSI Act, it is not a function of the ATSB to apportion blame or provide a means for determining liability.  The ATSB does not investigate for the purpose of taking administrative, regulatory or criminal action.

The ATSB recognises that people are our greatest strength – as part of our commitment to create a flexible, diverse and inclusive workplace, we invite and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people of all ages, people who identify as LGBTI+, and people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds.

We offer a positive workplace culture and excellent employment benefits and conditions.  This includes attractive salaries and employer superannuation, generous leave, salary packaging and closedown over the Christmas holiday period, as well as a range of other benefits.

For further information about the ATSB refer to our website www.atsb.gov.au

ABOUT THE ROLE

Technical officers are required to work both independently and as part of a team and require:

• sound technical knowledge and the ability to adapt it to transport safety investigations
• strong research, analytical and conceptual thinking skills
• the ability to understand and articulate complex ideas both in writing and verbally to different audiences
• effective internal/external cooperation and partnership skills to facilitate safety improvement. 

Technical officers work in accordance with the Transport Safety Investigation Act 2003, its subordinate legislation, and ATSB policies and procedures. 

Aviation operational experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities include:

• as Investigator In-Charge:
  • lead, manage and participate in the investigation of accidents, incidents and safety issues that have the greatest potential to influence safety outcomes
  • lead and oversee all aspects of the planning and delivery of an investigation project plan, including resource and workload allocation, regular and clear communication with managers, team members and key stakeholders, staying within the scope of the investigation and achieving outcomes within the prescribed time period
  • prepare timely, well-reasoned and written robust investigation reports and correspondence
• as an investigation team member, work collaboratively with others to collect and evaluate evidence and provide high quality analysis to consolidate investigation safety factors
• effectively communicate the findings and safety issues flowing from investigative work and advocate for timely and appropriate safety action
• work with your Manager, team and other internal stakeholders to respond to safety occurrences and other immediate/time critical demands
• build and maintain productive relationships with industry bodies, Commonwealth and State agencies to deliver quality safety outcomes
• ensure all workplace risks within your area of control are captured, assessed and appropriately controlled consistent with the ATSB risk management framework

• work in accordance with prescribed ATSB processes and procedures and adhere to legislative requirements, including the Transport Safety Investigation Act 2003 and the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013
• contribute to a range of organisational responsibilities, including learning and development (peer coaching/mentoring or sharing knowledge/expertise)
• exemplifying and promoting the APS values, Code of Conduct and ATSB principles/values.

Knowledge, Skills and Capabilities required to successfully perform this role:

• comprehensive research, analytical and technical writing skills, to produce transport safety investigation reports 
• project management skills capable of achieving a defined outcome, with agreed resources and within a prescribed time period 
• leadership skills capable of leading small teams of technical specialists/investigative team member to achieve outcomes 
• an ability to work both independently and collaboratively with other technical specialist, recognising/respecting the work preferences and different views of others 
• an ability to apply technical and industry knowledge impartially and without bias 
• an understanding of, or an ability to acquire and apply a knowledge of, relevant legislation and supporting regulations 
• excellent communication and stakeholder management skills capable of professionally representing the ATSB’s interests with a range of government and private sector organisations and the general public 
• an ability to manage and support the health, safety and wellbeing of self and others in accordance with legislation and the agency’s policies and procedures 
• a desire and ongoing commitment for continued learning and the ability to learn through feedback 
• sound judgement and decision making skills. 

SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION
 

Please visit Employment opportunities | ATSB to look at the application kit and how to apply for the position.