General Manager Nuclear Stewardship

ANSTO; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Performance-based pay increases

Leave provisions

Flexible working where possible

Personal/carers leave

Job summary

ANSTO, Australia’s premier national nuclear science and technology organisation, seeks a General Manager, Nuclear Stewardship to lead the division’s scientific infrastructure and capabilities in line with ANSTO’s strategic objectives.

You will oversee a high-performing team of scientists and technical staff, shaping resource management and cross-organisational initiatives to deliver impact for government, industry and academia.

Qualifications

• Experience leading science or technical teams is essential.
• Strong strategic leadership and people development能力.
• Ability to manage complex resources and stakeholder expectations.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert leadership and strategic direction for Nuclear Stewardship operations.
• Ensure facilities, equipment and expertise are available and well-utilised.
• Collaborate across ANSTO and external partners to drive projects and secure funding.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Resource management

Job description

Position Overview

• Ongoing | Full Time | $180,169 - $234,608 +15.4% super | Salary sacrificing available
• Sutherland Shire | Flexible work practices | Onsite childcare | Access to Fitness Passport
• Free onsite parking | Pool, soccer field & café | ANSTO bus link to public transport
• Opportunity to lead a high-performing team of scientists and technical staff with diverse career profiles

About the Opportunity

The General Manager, Nuclear Stewardship is responsible for the leadership and operation of the Division’s scientific infrastructure and capabilities to meet the needs of ANSTO, a collaborative user community, government and industry stakeholders. As part of the Nuclear Operations, Safety and Security (NOSS) Group, the position requires excellent people leadership and development skills, along with highly effective resource management to optimise capability integration to meet internal and external stakeholder needs. The General Manager Nuclear Stewardship is integral to ANSTO achieving its strategic objectives.

About You

"We are seeking a talented individual with strong science and analysis experience, along with the capability to lead a high-performing team of scientists and technical staff with diverse career profiles. I invite you to read the attached prospectus and position description, and consider this rare opportunity to join ANSTO leading Australia’s premier national capability for nuclear analysis, delivering science excellence and impact for the nation and our region." Dr Miles Apperley, Group Executive, Nuclear Operations, Safety & Security Group

Your Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership - Provide expert leadership and strategic direction in the operation and development of Nuclear Stewardship science and technology to achieve ANSTO strategic objectives including full utilisation of scientific capabilities and to deliver scientific excellence to ANSTO, university, government and industry stakeholders.

Management - Deliver best-practice management and utilisation across all aspects of operations, ensure the availability of facilities, equipment and expertise, and partner with stakeholders from across government, industry and research sectors.

Decision making - As a member of ANSTO's senior leadership, collaborate, advise, exchange information and deliver on cross-organisational business development projects and additional funding opportunities. Exercise independence in determining how to achieve objectives, including deciding on methods and approaches, operations, project planning and allocation of resources.

About Us

ANSTO is a leading global nuclear science and technology organisation delivering world-class research and expertise to benefit Australia and support a more sustainable future. Using nuclear science, we improve health, support industries, provide expert advice to government on nuclear technologies and help develop Australia’s nuclear workforce.

Working with us you will enjoy

ANSTO offers training and development, performance base salary increases and an extensive range of leave provisions to help employees balance work and personal commitments.

• Support flexible working where possible
• 18 days personal/carers leave annually
• 3 days paid leave (Christmas to New Year)
• Parental leave: 18 weeks (primary), 8 weeks (secondary, increasing to 18 weeks by 2027)
• Annual flu vaccinations
• Cultural, NAIDOC, and First Nations ceremonial leave
• Fitness Passport
• Salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease

For further information relating to this position please refer to the or contact Dr Miles Apperley by [phone]. For all other queries please contact Talent Acquisition on [phone].

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure all candidates have equal access and opportunity. Please let us know if you require any support or accommodations for your interview.

To be eligible for appointment, applicants will require an ANSTO Suitability Assessment and a pre-employment medical assessment.

Application closing date: Sunday 22 November 2026 at 11.59pm

All applicants must be Australian citizens.

In order to solve great challenges, we need great minds and great teams. At ANSTO, we understand that diverse teams produce better outcomes and we value the merit that a diverse perspective can bring to our team. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, primary carers, those with a disability, and women in STEM. ANSTO is a charter member of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative and is proudly taking action to create a gender-inclusive workforce.