About the role

Based at our Newstead office, the Assistant Technical Officer will play a critical role in assisting in the development, implementation, evaluation and continued improvement of policies and policy frameworks for the PBS scheme, including contributing to safety outcomes.

Key responsibilities of this role are:

Support the delivery of an efficient and accurate approval application process including alignment to business priorities within the safety and productivity team.

• Review, assess and determine PBS (performance-based standards) applications, applying the assessment rules and policy frameworks.
• Provide advice to customers about the PBS (performance-based standards) approval process, vehicle standards and regulatory requirements.
• Deliver exceptional service to external and internal stakeholders and customers via the provision of accurate information in a clear and effective manner and ensure risks are identified and managed.
• Contribute to process improvements and demand management strategies.
• Ensure NHVR stakeholders receive accurate PBS (performance-based standards) advice which leads to cooperative compliance and enforcement regarding vehicle regulations

NHVR’s Safety and Productivity team are currently undertaking growth and considerable transformation, and this is an exciting time to join the organisation.

To learn more, the position description can be found on the NHVR Careers site - https://careers.nhvr.gov.au/jobs/search

About You

To be successful in this role you will possess

• 3+ years’ experience within administration / policy
• Knowledge of or demonstrated ability to rapidly acquire sound knowledge of PBS (performance-based standards) assessment rules, vehicle standards, inspection techniques and relevant legislation.
• Ability to resolve routine technical issues.
• Ability to negotiate and influence stakeholders with a view of achieving desired outcomes
• Sound problem solving and analytical skills.

Why join us?

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) commenced operations in 2013 as the national entity responsible for regulating all vehicles in Australia over 4.5 tonnes gross vehicle mass. The NHVR minimises the compliance burden on the heavy vehicle transport industry, reduces duplication and inconsistences across state and territory borders, and ultimately for the heavy vehicle business with government in Australia.

We are headquartered in Brisbane and employ more than 1000 people across the ACT, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and Victoria.

We offer

• A competitive salary package up to $97,196.85 + superannuation
• Monthly RDO and paid leave over Christmas closure.
• Hybrid working environment – up to 2 days from home
• Up to 14.5% superannuation through a co-contribution scheme
• Leave loading 17.5%
• Wellbeing programs – discounted fitness through Fitness Passport, Discount health insurance, flu vaccine, financial programs including discounted banking products, finance information sessions.
• Salary packaging options including novated lease.
• Discounted IT products including Microsoft and free family password security plan.
• Ongoing training and professional development support
• Professional membership

Application Process

Please apply with your CV and cover letter addressing the essential requirements of the role.

Applications close: 12th January 2025 (applications may close earlier than the listed closing date if suitable candidate/s are identified prior).

In person interviews to occur 16th January 2025

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the NHVR recruitment team on recruitment@nhvr.gov.au.

Successful applicants will be required to complete standard pre-employment checks including a national police and work rights check.

Please Note : We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

We are committed to being an inclusive, diverse and flexible workplace where differences are valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experience and abilities.