National Association of Testing Authorities, Australia – Sydney NSW
Full time
3d ago , from Illawarra Mercury Job Board
Accreditation Specialist – Mech/NDT
The National Association of Testing Authorities, Australia (NATA) is Australia's national accreditation body. We provide independent assurance of the technical competence and integrity of organisations, helping clients gain confidence in the delivery of their products and services.
We are seeking a full time Accreditation Specialist to join our Sydney office. You'll receive comprehensive training to assess laboratories within our Materials, Assets and Products sector, commencing in Mechanical and Non-Destructive Testing disciplines, with the future expectation to be upskilled into other areas. Working alongside industry experts, you'll help uphold national technical standards while expanding your expertise in a supportive and collaborative environment.
About the role
Organise, lead and conduct assessments of laboratories against criteria based on ISO/IEC *****Conduct assessments at client facilities with the support of technical experts
Prepare assessment reports and manage follow-up actions
Manage relationships with existing and prospective members and stakeholders
Respond to client enquiries and provide advice on accreditation requirements
Develop a strong understanding of accreditation criteria
Provide advice to technical experts, clients and the public on NATAs policies and technical requirements
Intrastate and interstate travel is required
Skills and experience
Tertiary qualification in a scientific, engineering or related discipline with relevant professional experience




Experience in mechanical testing and/or non-destructive testing (NDT)Understanding of management system principles and quality assurance activities (support will be provided to apply this practically)Proven Ability to plan, prioritise and deliver multiple activities within set timeframes
Demonstrated experience building strong working relationships with clients and stakeholders
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively
Intermediate skills in software applications and databases, with willingness to learn new systems
Openness to expanding technical capability to meet evolving business needs
Previous auditing experience is highly desirable, although training will be provided
Conditions
You must have a current driver's license, and Permanent Australian Residency is a pre-requisite for this position.
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About NATA
About NATANATA NATA is a membership-based not-for-profit organisation and has been contributing to the quality of the nations technical infrastructure since ****. We accredit laboratories, inspection bodies, calibration services, producers of certified reference materials and proficiency testing scheme providers to ensure technical competence in accordance with relevant international and Australian standards.
With approximately 200 staff nationwide and offices in each mainland state capital city, NATA also benefits from the expertise of more than 3,000 volunteers who contribute deep technical knowledge and industry experience as Technical Experts, committee members and directors on NATAs Board.
NATA is an equal opportunity employer.
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📌 Accreditation Specialist (New South Wales)
🏢 National Association of Testing Authorities, Australia
📍 New South Wales