APS4 - Regulatory Officer, Vehicle Safety Operations Branch

Title:

APS4 - Regulatory Officer, Vehicle Safety Operations Branch

Classification(s):

APS Level 4

Employment Type:

Ongoing, Full Time/Part Time

Salary:

$77,294 - $83,994 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation

Business Division:

Road Vehicle Regulation

Branch / Section:

Vehicle Safety Operations, Application Assess & Approvals

Location:

We want to recruit the best people to our department. Our roles
support versatile work arrangements including the opportunity to work from
one of our departmental offices and hybrid (mixture of office and home-
based work).

These roles are located in Canberra and Melbourne.

A merit pool may be formed and used to fill future similar vacancies in
these locations and other locations within the same metropolitan area.

Security Clearance:

Baseline Vetting

Job Reference No:

47508

Contact Officer:

Catherine L TAMBURRO on 02 6136 7378 [email protected]

Closing Date:

11.59pm AEDT, Monday 16 February 2026

The department supports workplace diversity and values the contribution of people from diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people with cultural and linguistic diversity, and LGBTQIA+ people. The department is committed to achieving gender equality and, in particular, supporting women’s progression into senior leadership.

The opportunity we have available

The Vehicle Safety Operations Branch is Australia’s national vehicle standards regulator, working to enhance vehicle safety, emissions control and anti-theft protection to ensure the Australian vehicle fleet is safe and efficient. The Application Assessment and Approval section is responsible for regulating the Road Vehicle Standards Act 2018 (RVSA) by assessing applications to ensure the criteria for approval are met.

What will you do?

The Applications Assessment and Approvals section is seeking to fill positions that provide an exciting opportunity to support businesses and individuals provide road vehicles to the Australian market.

The tasks of the APS4 Regulatory Officer in their day-to-day work can include:

- responding to client enquiries via phone and email

- reviewing and assessing applications and documentation in ROVER, the department’s online system that manages all vehicle import applications and approvals

- processing documents lodged by the client including applying the requirements of the legislative framework

- contributing to achieving a positive and innovative organisational culture

Who are we looking for?

The successful candidate for this position will be able to demonstrate their capability against the APS 4 Work level standards.

To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate your ability to:

- Communicate effectively, both written and verbal, responding to stakeholders and clients with accuracy, professionalism and in a timely manner.

- Attention to detail to process client documentation in accordance with relevant policies, legislation and guidelines.

- Time management and the capacity to manage activities and/or multiple tasks, to meet deadlines.

- Achieve results and quality outcomes meeting key performance indicators and work collaboratively in a team environment to achieve team goals.





We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

RecruitAbility minimum requirements

Minimum requirements for this role include:

- Ability to engage and influence stakeholders in a professional and effective manner

- Strategic skills including an ability to apply policies and processes.

RecruitAbility is a scheme which aims to attract and develop applicants with disability and also facilitate cultural changes in selection panels and agency recruitment.

Job applicants with disability who met the requirements are advanced to the next stage of the selection process:

- Opt into the scheme

- Declare they have a disability, and

- Meet the minimum requirements of a vacancy advertised in the scheme

- More information can be found at RecruitAbility scheme: A guide for applicants | Australian Public Service Commission.

What else can we offer?

We are dedicated to fostering personal and professional development, empowering individuals to set goals, acquire new skills, and cultivate unique qualities that define who they are. We believe that this not only leads to a more fulfilling and happier life but also enhances the overall quality of our work.

Some of the benefits we offer include:

Your life

- We provide the environment you need through excellent conditions and a supportive, values-driven culture, allowing you to keep being you.

- Our values are to be: respectful, informed, collaborative, adaptive, accountable. Through our commitment to these values, we maintain a fulfilling and supportive environment that promotes the wellbeing of our people.

- We offer job security, flexible work arrangements and generous leave.

Your contribution

- Our collaborative and supportive culture fosters high performing teams where you are valued for your expertise, experiences and point of view.

- We provide a respectful and inclusive working environment.

- Our people feel a sense of belonging and are acknowledged for the contributions they make towards our objectives to deliver for the Australian community.

Your passion

- Our breadth of work provides unmatched opportunities to apply your subject matter expertise while discovering current interests across our diverse portfolio.

- We have a direct role in ensuring our infrastructure, communication and transport sectors remain efficient, safe, sustainable and accessible in today’s rapidly changing environment.

Join our department and embark on a journey of growth, fulfillment, and well-being. Experience personal and professional development, prioritise your health, and be part of a vibrant and positive culture that empowers individuals and drives exceptional performance.

Eligibility requirements

Employment with the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts is subject to conditions prescribed within the Public Service Act 1999 including:

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- Citizenship:



candidates must be an Australian citizen at the time of submitting your application.

- Health Assessment: The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a medical examination conducted by the department’s preferred medical provider.

- Security Clearance: The successful candidate must be able to obtain and/or maintain a security clearance at Baseline level. You must be willing to disclose all relevant and required information. You must have lived in Australia, or have a checkable background, for at least the preceding five years for Baseline Vetting clearances. More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) website.

- Police check: The successful candidate must satisfactory complete an Australian Federal Police criminal history check.

- Integrity and Performance check: The successful candidate must satisfy the requirements in an Integrity and Performance check which is completed by your most recent employer.

Timeline and assessment

A selection panel will be established to assess your suitability against the advertised role.

If a merit pool is established it will be valid for 18 months from date it first appeared in the APS Gazette.

Anticipated timeline for recruitment milestone dates:

Applications open: 28 January 2026

Applications close: 16 February 2026

Application shortlisting: 23 February 2026

Further assessments: Week starting 2 March 2026

Selection report finalised: Week starting 16 March 2026

Offers and announcements: Week starting 30 March 2026

The above is indicative only, please reach out to the contact person if you have any questions on the recruitment process or timeframes.

Your application will be assessed against the requirements of the job and the Work level standards. Once the entire applicant pool has been assessed, the panel will create a shortlist of applicants. If your application is shortlisted, you may be asked to undertake further assessment, this may include interviews, and reference checks.

How to apply

Applications for this opportunity close at 11.59pm AEDT, Monday 16 February 2026.

In applying for this position, you are not required to address individual selection criteria. Rather, you should provide in a PDF document a statement of no more than 2 pages outlining your background, capabilities and experiences, and how these align with the advertised role.

You should also provide a tailored CV in PDF, no more than 3 pages. The capabilities and behaviours required to be successful for this role are identified in the ‘Who are we looking for’ section.

Your application should be received through the department’s online recruitment system. Applications via Indeed will not be accepted.

If you experience any issues with the system please contact the recruitment team on 02 6136 8989 or via email at [email protected] to discuss an alternative way to submit your application.

Please advise the contact officer if you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. The department is committed to the accessibility of our systems. If you identify as someone with disability and you require accessibility assistance or more information, please email [email protected]

Work with us. Apply now!

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