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This position manages the processes that enable Technology Service Providers to obtain and maintain TCA certifications and approvals. It also serves as the central point of contact for certification matters within TCA and provides advice to the General Manager Service Delivery.

The Certification and Compliance Coordinator is responsible for documenting and implementing the approval, certification, and re-certification processes.

Major responsibilities/accountabilities

The role is responsible for:

• Liaison with Technology Service Providers from initial enquiry through to formal application and subsequently as approved or certified entities.
• Supporting the development of certification, registration, type-approval and re-certification, including external and internal procedures, documentation, and reporting.
• Assisting in the development / improvement of the audit processes as they relate to certification and re-certification.
• Maintaining all certification, registration and re-certification documentation.
• Leading the development of guidelines for Technology Service Providers to help them plan and deliver certification, registration, type-approval and re-certifications.
• Coordinating and communicating test reports, legal reviews and general re-certification information to relevant stakeholders.
• Support for new type-approval and certification applications and the management of change requests.
• Administration of contracts and agreements for Technology Service Providers.
• Management of certificate of conformance processes for type-approval.
• Preparation of routine and ad hoc management reports as requested.
• Maintenance of and adherence to Quality Systems processes and procedures.
• Ensuring the delivery of timely and high-quality accurate reports, to internal and external stakeholders.
• Providing first level technical input into the establishment of additional Auditing and Compliance related processes
• Administering project support to staff collecting data ensuring compliance with agreed standards.
• Other duties as required to achieve a high standard of application and certification/approval processes.

Qualifications, knowledge, and experience

The Certification and Compliance Coordinator will possess:

• Excellent organisational, documentation and procedural skills are critical to the success of this role.
• Project management skills with the adherence to processes.
• Qualifications in a discipline such as Project Management, Administration, Information Technology or other related disciplines.
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills and proven ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience in transport technology systems (desirable)
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, together with an ability to work collaboratively and adjust priorities depending on the stakeholder environment.
• Demonstrated ability in use of computer applications in development and preparation of technical reports, including experience in Microsoft Word, Excel and Access. Experience with and Share Point would be favourable.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake statistical analysis and report for the purpose of determining compliance to agreed standards
• Some contract management experience is desirable.

Personal qualities

The incumbent will need to present a professional image and build a strong relationships internally and externally. Specifically, the role requires:

• ability to pragmatically approach problems
• multi-stakeholder management capabilities
• strong multi-tasking capabilities
• strong ethical and moral fortitude.

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Provide program coordination and support for the Austroads Transport Network Operations Program.

Major responsibilities/accountabilities

The role is responsible for:

• Providing support to nationally significant and strategic projects undertaken by the Austroads Transport Network Operations Program including the development of project proposals and research briefs, development and management of tenders for consultancies and the day-to-day liaison with consultants to achieve the program’s objectives and ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget.
• Liaising and negotiating with senior representatives from stakeholder organisations in order to obtain input into projects and agreement on program outcomes, outputs and timeframes.
• Facilitating the development and analysis of policies, projects and strategies that contribute to meeting Program objectives/outputs.
• Managing the planning, budget and resource allocation, performance monitoring and administration processes in order to achieve the Program’s goals and deliver its Operational Plan in a timely manner.
• Preparing high level advice, correspondence and reports on the Program’s progress and expenditure and other policy initiatives for consideration by the Program Manager and Austroads Board.
• Supporting the effective operation of the Program’s Task Forces, Technical Reference Groups, Project Working Groups and other relevant groups by administering and providing support and secretariat services in meetings, coordinating input from jurisdictions, and sourcing, analysing and disseminating information relating to the activities of the Program.
• Working as a member of the Austroads National Office team to ensure the effective running of the Program and alignment with Austroads Strategic and Operational Plans and work practices.
• Undertaking day-to-day administrative requirements of the Program and assist with other Austroads activities as required.
• Contributing to continuous improvement, identifying ways to enhance value for our members and the public.
• Maintaining and adhere to Quality Systems processes and procedures associated with the role.
• Other duties as directed.

Qualifications, knowledge, and experience

The Program Coordinator Transport Network Operations will possess:

• It is highly desirable to have an understanding of the issues associated with the disciplines relating to the mobility of people such as road network planning and management, real-time road network operations, intelligent transport systems, permanent and temporary traffic management, active transport, new mobility solutions and their business models.
• It is highly desirable to have an understanding of the issues associated with the disciplines relating to the mobility of goods and road freight management and operations

Personal qualities

The incumbent will need to present a professional image and build a strong relationships across the enterprise. Specifically, the role requires:

• A service focused approach
• Sound judgement and problem-solving ability
• Strong networking and teamworking skill
• Strong attention to detail
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning
• Professional ethics and integrity
• Comfort working in an environment which is constantly evolving.

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The Procurement Administrator provides contract and tender administration and non‑advisory legal support to the legal team, contributing to the effective management of legal, contractual and compliance risks across Austroads.

The role focuses on contract administration, tender and procurement process support and initiation and management of legal documentation, enabling legal counsel to concentrate on higher‑risk, strategic and advisory work.

Major responsibilities/accountabilities

The role is responsible for:

• Contract and Procurement Support
  • Managing tender and contract administration processes, including document preparation, tracking, filing and lifecycle management.
  • Supporting contract execution and variations, maintaining contract registers and key records.
  • Coordinating with procurement and business stakeholders to ensure consistency and compliance with internal processes.
  • Assisting with panels, vendor onboarding and contract close-out activities.
• Legal Team Support
  • Providing general administrative and operational support to the legal team.
  • Formatting and maintaining legal documents, templates and precedents.
• Governance, Compliance and Privacy Support
  • Supporting uplift and maintenance of privacy, data governance and other compliance documentation.
  • Register maintenance (e.g. contracts, compliance obligations, legal matters).
  • Supporting internal stakeholders with administering compliance processes.
• Risk and Due Diligence Support (Developing Capability)
  • Supporting vendor due diligence processes, including information collation and issue tracking.

• General
  • Maintaining and adhering to Quality Systems, policies and procedures.
  • Other duties as directed, consistent with the role.
  • Contributing to continuous improvement, identifying ways to enhance value for our members and the public.
  • Other duties as directed.

Qualifications, knowledge, and experience

The Procurement Administrator will possess:

• Experience in a procurement administration, contract administration, procurement, or legal support role.
• Demonstrated experience managing documentation, registers and administrative processes with a high degree of accuracy.
• Familiarity with tendering and contract lifecycle management processes.
• Knowledge of governance, privacy or compliance environments (desirable).

No formal qualifications required.

Personal qualities

The incumbent will need to present a professional image and build a strong relationship across the enterprise. Specifically, the role requires:

• Strong attention to detail, writing and organisational skills.
• A positive attitude with a willingness to “step in” and solve issues proactively and collaboratively.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work autonomously.
• Sound judgement and awareness of role boundaries (non‑advisory).
• Commitment to continuous improvement and learning.
• High standards of integrity, confidentiality and accountability.

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The Cementitious Materials Registration Scheme (CMRS) Administrator role is responsible for assessing and assuring the compliance, suitability, and technical integrity of cementitious materials registered for government and public use. The position plays a critical role in safeguarding the quality and reliability of materials used in public infrastructure by ensuring alignment with relevant technical specifications and regulatory requirements.

The role applies strong technical, analytical, statistical, and communication skills to evaluate testing data, collaborate with NATA accredited laboratories, and engage constructively with industry stakeholders to identify, investigate, and resolve compliance issues or anomalies. Suited to a qualified analytical chemist or chemical engineer, the position offers a meaningful part-time opportunity with a strong technical focus and clear public interest outcome.

Major responsibilities/accountabilities

The major responsibilities of this role are:

• Assess applications for new product registrations for the Cementitious Materials Registration Scheme (CMRS).
• Ensure all cementitious materials registered through the CMRS meet relevant technical criteria and testing frequencies.
• Review, analyse, and interpret chemical and physical test data received from manufacturers or suppliers of products registered through the CMRS in accordance with specification and CMRS requirements.
• Identify data anomalies, trends and non-conformances with specification and CMRS requirements.
• Implement root cause analysis to identify and mitigate risk of use of non-conforming products that have an adverse impact on use and performance of the product.
• Work collaboratively with industry participants, suppliers, and manufacturers to resolve compliance issues identified through the CMRS.
• Liaise regularly with NATA accredited laboratories to clarify methodologies, results, and testing protocols and/or conduct verification testing for the products registered through the CMRS.
• Maintain accurate and defensible records of assessments, decisions, and correspondence.
• Provide clear, evidence-based advice and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement in testing, assessment processes, and specification compliance.
• Participate in orientation and training activities, including initial interstate travel if required.
• Support other technical specifications and test method development and maintenance work.

Qualifications, knowledge, and experience

The CMRS Administrator will possess:

• Tertiary qualification in Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Strong technical and analytical capability.
• Sound understanding of statistical principles and quality assurance and control and their application to test data and compliance.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including data analysis, formulas, and data validation).
• Experience reviewing laboratory test results and engaging with technical specialists.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage stakeholders professionally, balancing collaboration with firm compliance expectations.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality.

Desirable:

• Experience in a compliance, quality assurance, regulatory, or materials assessment environment.
• Knowledge of cementitious materials (cements, fly ash, slag and other cementitious products, construction materials, or related standards and specifications).
• Experience working with or within accredited testing laboratories.
• Familiarity with government, infrastructure, or public‑sector operating environments.

Personal qualities

The incumbent will need to present a professional image and build a strong relationship across the enterprise. Specifically, the role requires:

• Approachable, professional, and confident in technical discussions.
• Assertive when required to ensure standards and specifications are met.
• Methodical, organised, and able to work independently in a part-time capacity.
• Comfortable engaging with a range of technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong ethical standards and commitment to public safety and quality outcomes.

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The Senior Project Manager is responsible for managing the effective delivery of Austroads projects in accordance with the Austroads Project Management Framework (PMF).

Major responsibilities/accountabilities

The role is responsible for:

Qualifications, knowledge, and experience

The Senior Project Manager will possess:

• Demonstrated significant experience as a project manager with appropriate skills, knowledge and qualifications, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience with project management frameworks and methodologies.
• Relevant tertiary level qualifications in project management (desirable).
• Experience in planning, executing, controlling and closing projects and the ability to manage a project and its components simultaneously with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated experience in establishing, managing and delivering project outcomes within a structured project governance framework.
• Demonstrated experience in managing third-party contractors, consultants or service providers.
• Demonstrated experience in working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills and demonstrated ability to translate complex and technical information for different audiences.

Personal qualities

The Senior Project Manager will possess:

• Proven ability to work independently and a capacity to meet challenges through the application of personal initiative and development of innovative options and solutions Strong interpersonal skills, including within projects and across different stakeholders.
• Well-developed relationship management, communication, consultation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and a capacity to meet challenges through the application of personal initiative and development of innovative options and solutions.
• Ability to negotiation and manage conflicts arising from project management activities.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to manage multiple Tier 2, 3 and 4 projects simultaneously.
• Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills, including strong conceptual skills and the ability to exercise sound judgement.
• Advanced ability to operate at strategic and operational levels, and proven ability to think at high-level/big picture with a strong attention to detail.
• Comfort working in an environment which is constantly evolving.
• Ability to provide direction to support staff.

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