Digital Accessibility Specialists

The Recruitment Hive Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Recruitment Hive Pty Ltd in Sydney is seeking Digital Accessibility Specialists to join a Federal Government Department focused on helping the disability community, with December start.

You will lead accessibility activities, provide authoritative advice on WCAG compliance, inclusive design, assistive technologies and accessibility standards, and partner with UX/UI Designers, researchers, developers and delivery teams to embed accessibility across the delivery lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Specialist expertise in digital accessibility and WCAG compliance across digital products and services.
• Experience conducting accessibility audits, reviews and testing with actionable recommendations.
• Experience in government or highly regulated environments with inclusive service delivery.
• Knowledge of automated and manual testing methods and assistive technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to complex accessibility activities across digital products and services.
• Provide authoritative advice on digital accessibility, inclusive design, assistive technologies and accessibility standards.
• Partner with UX/UI Designers, researchers, developers, architects, business analysts and delivery teams to embed accessibility throughout the delivery lifecycle.
• Lead the resolution of complex accessibility challenges and support teams to identify practical and effective solutions.
• Conduct accessibility audits, reviews, testing and validation activities.

Skills

Digital accessibility

WCAG 2.1/2.2

Inclusive design

Assistive technology

Accessibility audits

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Automated testing tools

Manual testing

Assistive technology testing

Design systems

Accessibility governance

Job description

• Baseline security clearance required

Our client, a Federal Government Department focused on helping the disability community is seeking Digital Accessibility Specialists to join their team in December.

Duties:

• Lead and contribute to complex accessibility activities across digital products and services.
• Provide authoritative advice on digital accessibility, inclusive design, assistive technologies and accessibility standards.
• Partner with UX/UI Designers, researchers, developers, architects, business analysts and delivery teams to embed accessibility throughout the delivery lifecycle.
• Lead the resolution of complex accessibility challenges and support teams to identify practical and effective solutions.
• Conduct accessibility audits, reviews, testing and validation activities.

Skills & Experience:

• Demonstrated specialist expertise in digital accessibility, including practical experience applying and assessing compliance with WCAG 2.1/2.2 standards, accessibility principles, inclusive design practices and assistive technology requirements across digital products and services.
• Proven experience conducting accessibility audits, reviews and testing activities, with the ability to identify accessibility issues, provide actionable recommendations and support teams to implement effective and sustainable solutions.
• Experience working within government, disability, human services or other highly regulated environments, with an understanding of accessibility obligations, inclusive service delivery and participant-centred design.
• Knowledge and experience with contemporary accessibility tools, technologies and testing approaches, including automated and manual testing methods, assistive technologies, design systems and accessibility governance frameworks.

We Value Diversity

The Recruitment Hive is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognise the value of diverse perspectives and experience and are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. We encourage people with disability, indigenous, veterans and people of all backgrounds and abilities to express their interest in this role.

Applications close 11am 28/10/26.