Director, Vehicle Standards & Global Regulation

Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts; Canberra; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts is seeking an EL2 Director of Vehicle Standards to lead a 12-member team in developing Australia’s national road vehicle standards. You will guide strategic policy, regulatory analysis, and international engagement to shape safety frameworks.

Responsibilities include setting the program’s priorities, representing Australia in UN safety forums, advising Ministers, and building strong partnerships

Qualifications

• EL2 Work Level Standards demonstrated capability
• Experience leading teams and managing complex programs
• Operational knowledge of regulatory/standards-development frameworks
• Ability to interpret evidence and provide strategic regulatory advice
• Strong written and interpersonal communication for executive briefings

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and prioritise the team’s work program
• Lead research, analysis and creation of regulatory instruments with safety impacts
• Represent Australia at international standards forums
• Deliver advisory briefings to Ministers and senior executives
• Build and manage strategic relationships across government and industry
• Lead a high-performing, diverse team and drive professional growth

Skills

Strategic leadership

Regulatory policy

Complex analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Education

STEM/Engineering qualification

Job description

The Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts is seeking an EL2 Director of Vehicle Standards to lead a 12-member team in developing Australia’s national road vehicle standards. You will guide strategic policy, regulatory analysis, and international engagement to shape safety frameworks.

Responsibilities include setting the program’s priorities, representing Australia in UN safety forums, advising Ministers, and building strong partnerships