The Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) is the Australian Government's primary authority on radiation protection and nuclear safety. Our purpose is to protect the Australian people and the environment from the harmful effects of radiation, through understanding risks, best practice regulation, research, policy, services, partnerships and engaging with the community.

The Radiochemistry and Environmental Sciences Laboratory sits within the Radiation Health Services Branch and is responsible for ARPANSA’s laboratories and field measurement capabilities required for the measurement of radiation in people and the environment. This includes maintenance of ARPANSA’s radiation emergency response laboratories.

Why work for us?

- Opportunities to engage with national and international stakeholders
- Inclusive and diverse workplace
- Competitive salaries with 15.4% superannuation
- Generous leave conditions
- Flexible work practices
- Modern amenities and free parking at both our Yallambie and Miranda sites.

In this role, you will lead the planning, coordination and delivery of ARPANSA's Radiochemistry and Environmental Sciences (RES) Laboratory Safety Uplift Project. Operating under broad direction, you will manage complex stakeholder relationships, project governance, technical inputs and delivery activities required to achieve fit-for-purpose laboratory infrastructure outcomes that improve safety, compliance and operational resilience.

You will act as the central coordination point between scientific staff, Facilities and Engineering, WHS, procurement specialists, contractors and executive stakeholders, ensuring the right expertise is engaged at the right time to support informed decision-making and effective project delivery.

The role is responsible for establishing project governance arrangements, managing project scope, budgets, schedules, risks and dependencies, and ensuring refurbishment activities align with laboratory operational requirements and relevant standards. You will support the successful delivery of infrastructure upgrades while minimising impacts on critical laboratory functions and maintaining stakeholder confidence throughout the project lifecycle.

Key accountabilities

- Deliver the RES Laboratory Uplift Project to achieve agreed project outcomes, including contemporary, safe and fit-for-purpose laboratory facilities that support current and future operational requirements.
- Provide effective project leadership and governance to ensure delivery within approved scope, budget, schedule and risk tolerances.
- Coordinate stakeholders, technical specialists and contractors to develop and implement practical solutions that meet scientific, safety and operational needs.
- Maintain laboratory capability and operational continuity throughout project delivery by minimising disruption to critical services and laboratory activities.
- Foster a collaborative,



safe and high-performing project environment that supports informed decision-making, continuous improvement and successful project outcomes.

To be considered for this position, you will hold relevant tertiary qualifications in project management, engineering, science, construction, facilities management or a related discipline, or possess equivalent experience relevant to the duties of the position.

You will have demonstrated experience managing complex infrastructure, scientific, technical or facilities projects involving multiple stakeholders, competing priorities and significant organisational dependencies. Experience delivering laboratory, research, health, technical or regulated environment infrastructure projects would be highly regarded.

You must hold Australian citizenship. ARPANSA requires all new employees to obtain and maintain a national security clearance as a condition of engagement. You must also meet required pre-employment checks as necessary.

Selection criteria

1. Demonstrated experience delivering complex infrastructure, facilities or capital projects, including project planning, governance, scheduling, budgeting, procurement and risk management, with a proven ability to achieve outcomes within agreed timeframes and resource constraints.
2. Demonstrated experience delivering laboratory or other specialist facility refurbishment projects, including projects undertaken under design and construct or similar integrated delivery models. This includes the ability to translate complex operational requirements into design outcomes and coordinate design, construction, commissioning and stakeholder acceptance activities within regulated environments.
3. Highly developed stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate diverse groups, facilitate decision-making, negotiate competing priorities and maintain productive relationships across technical and non-technical audiences.
4. Demonstrated ability to coordinate and integrate technical, operational and business requirements from multiple subject matter experts to develop practical, fit-for-purpose solutions while balancing safety, compliance, operational and budget considerations.
5. Strong analytical, organisational and project governance skills, including the ability to manage project risks, issues and dependencies, and prepare high-quality project documentation and executive reporting that supports informed decision-making.

Eligibility

Employment with ARPANSA is subject to:





- conditions prescribed within the Public Service Act 1999
- agency and role specific pre-employment security checks that may include, but are not limited to:
- entitlement to work in Australian
- national criminal history
- international criminal history
- professional memberships
- qualifications
- sanctions
- anti-money laundering & counter-terrorism financing
- ASIC banned & disqualified persons
- ASIC credit registered persons
- bankruptcy & national personal insolvency
- directorship
- global media check

- former Australian Government employer information sharing
- Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) security clearance eligibility requirements
- evidence of citizenship status required
- evidence of qualifications required of the role
- internal security assessment
- security clearance vetting
- the CEO of ARPANSA, or their Delegate, approving a Notice of Engagement.

The Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) website provides detailed information about the requirements for obtaining a security clearance at the required level, the documentary evidence you will be required to provide, the forms that need to be completed, and the relevant timeframes. Please ensure that you are able to provide the required evidence if you apply for the position. Failure or refusal to complete the required forms, or to comply with reasonable requests from AGSVA, will result in ARPANSA withdrawing your security clearance application, and your employment with the agency not progressing.

ARPANSA is responsible for assessing how information relates to the agency’s security risks, as well as a person’s suitability for employment by the agency. ARPANSA will use the information you provide to undertake relevant checks in order to identify any factors or circumstances that pose a security risk to the agency and assess whether you are suitable to have access to the agencies non-public assets. You will be notified if you are assessed as unsuitable for employment by the agency.

How to apply

Applications can be lodged through ARPANSA Recruitment Portal. Your application should consist of a resume, and a ‘500-word pitch’ that considers:

- Key accountabilities
- Job specific capabilities
- Selection criteria.

ARPANSA recognises the need for our workforce to reflect the community we serve and provide an inclusive environment that respects and values diversity. We strongly encourage qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme applicants who choose to apply under the scheme will be invited to participate in further assessment activities for the vacancy, where they meet the minimum requirements for the position. ARPANSA will provide reasonable adjustments or flexibilities in the recruitment process as requested. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

📌 Project Manager (Australia)
🏢 Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency
📍 Australia