Professional Standards Officer

Engineers Australia; Canberra; Hybride; AUD 65 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive remuneration

Generous paid leave options

Career growth prospects

Diverse and inclusive team culture

Résumé du poste

A professional standards organization in Canberra seeks a Professional Standards Officer for full-time employment. The role involves coordinating operational activities for accreditation processes and providing administrative support. Ideal candidates will have high-level administrative experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The organization offers competitive remuneration, generous leave options, and a hybrid working model to promote a healthy work-life balance. Applications will be accepted until COB Friday, January 23rd, 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience providing high-level administrative or operational support in a professional environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and confidence working with digital systems.
• Proactive, collaborative and improvement-focused mindset.

Responsabilités

• Coordinate and manage activities supporting accreditation and/or registration processes.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for meetings and engagements.
• Assist in reviewing and improving policies and procedures.
• Respond to member and stakeholder enquiries ensuring clear communication.
• Contribute to cross-functional projects enhancing the function.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Organisation

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Professional Standards Officer (Permanent and Fixed‑Term)

Engineers Australia is looking for two experienced professionals to join our Professional Standards and Engineering Practice team. These roles support the operational delivery of accreditation and registration processes and work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure smooth, high‑quality service.

Base Pay Range

A$65,000.00/yr – A$70,000.00/yr

Location

Canberra (preferred) – hybrid working arrangements available.

In this role you will:

• Coordinate and manage operational activities supporting accreditation and/or registration processes.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for meetings, panels and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Assist in reviewing and improving policies, procedures and documentation to enhance efficiency.
• Respond to member and stakeholder enquiries, ensuring clear, timely and accurate communication.
• Contribute to cross‑functional projects and initiatives that strengthen the Professional Standards and Engineering Practice function.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Experience providing high‑level administrative or operational support in a professional environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to deliver clear and professional service.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and confidence working with a range of digital systems.
• A proactive, collaborative and improvement‑focused mindset.

Please refer to the supporting documents to review the full success profile and measures of success in this role (on our careers website).

Why work for Engineers Australia?

• People are at the heart of what we do and why we do it.
• Competitive remuneration and salary packaging recognising your expertise and contributions.
• Generous paid leave options including 15 days of Personal Leave and 3 days of Life Leave.
• Hybrid working model to achieve a healthy work‑life balance.
• Career growth prospects through investment and advancement opportunities.
• Diverse, inclusive and supportive team culture that supports you to lead and achieve.
• A proud AWEI Bronze Employer Award winner (2023–2026), championing a safe inclusive workplace for LGBTQ employees.

Ready to apply?

• Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your cover letter and resume by COB Friday 23rd January 2026.
• Please indicate in your cover letter if you wish to be considered for the permanent, fixed‑term or both roles.
• This position is subject to both a National Police Check and Reference Check.

Diversity, inclusion and your privacy:

Engineers Australia embraces diversity, inclusion and belonging and is committed to building a team that represents the communities we serve. We are a flexible workplace; please talk to us about your flexible working needs during our recruitment process. Our commitment to inclusivity means we will work with you to ensure your experience with us is accessible and welcoming. If you need any reasonable accommodation to fully participate in the job application, interview process, or to perform essential functions, please let us know. Contact our Talent Team at [e-mail] for accommodation‑related matters. We welcome applications from everyone, including people with disabilities, mature‑age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTI community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other culturally diverse backgrounds. Please visit our Privacy Policy to view our collection of candidate information: https://www.engineersaustralia.org.au/privacy-policy.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Administrative, Research, and Training

Industries

Non‑profit Organizations