Project Coordinator - Standards Development

Standards Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

People Perks

Job summary

Standards Australia is seeking a Standards Development Lead to oversee projects in the Primary Industry & Safety sector. Reporting to the National Manager, you will coordinate technical committees, publish standards, and ensure activities align with governance frameworks and policies.

You will work with committees, regulators and internal teams to deliver outcomes on time while maintaining quality and stakeholder engagement. An emphasis on collaboration and structured delivery is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating standards development or similar projects.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within deadlines.
• Experience with project management frameworks and governance.

Responsibilities

• Manage standards development projects and support stakeholder engagement across the sector portfolio.
• Coordinate technical committees, prepare agendas, minutes and drafts.
• Maintain project plans, schedules and documentation using PM systems.
• Monitor risks, issues and timelines; ensure governance compliance.
• Foster relations with committee members, regulators and industry experts.
• Support Australian participation in international standards work.

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Meeting facilitation

Written and verbal communication

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience

Job description

Who are we?

Standards Australia (SA) is the peak standards development organisation in Australia, with a rich history that dates back to 1922. Currently, we are undergoing a significant transformation and growth phase. In recent years, our workforce has doubled, and we now proudly employ over 200 professionals dedicated to helping shape Australia’s future and fulfilling our mission of empowering communities.

Who are we?

Standards Australia (SA) is the peak standards development organisation in Australia, with a rich history that dates back to 1922. Currently, we are undergoing a significant transformation and growth phase. In recent years, our workforce has doubled, and we now proudly employ over 200 professionals dedicated to helping shape Australia’s future and fulfilling our mission of empowering communities. Our organisation brings experts together to create national and international standards that serve as essential guidelines for products and services, ultimately benefiting the Australian community. Our vision is to be a global leader in providing trusted solutions that improve life today and tomorrow.

About The Role

Internally, this role is referred to as Standards Development Lead and you will be focused on the Primary Industry & Safety sector. Reporting to the National Manager - Primary Industry & Safety this role is responsible for managing standards development projects and supporting the work of technical committees across the sector portfolio. The role coordinates the development of Australian Standards and related publications while ensuring standards development activities comply with organisational policies, governance frameworks and project management methodologies. You will work closely with technical committees, industry experts, regulators and internal teams to facilitate consensus outcomes and ensure standards development projects are delivered within agreed timelines and scope.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will manage standards development projects and support stakeholder engagement across the sector portfolio.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Managing the development of national standards and related technical publications
• Establishing and maintaining project plans, schedules and documentation using project management systems
• Coordinating technical committee meetings and facilitating discussions to achieve consensus outcomes
• Preparing and distributing meeting documentation including agendas, draft standards and minutes
• Monitoring committee activity and proactively managing project risks or issues
• Maintaining positive working relationships with committee members and sector stakeholders
• Supporting Australian participation in international standards development activities
• Managing national mirror committee participation in international standards work and balloting processes
• Ensuring projects comply with Standards Australia’s policies, procedures and governance frameworks
• Maintaining accurate committee and stakeholder records using organisational systems

About you

You are an organised project professional who enjoys coordinating complex projects and working collaboratively with a diverse group of stakeholders.

You Will Bring

• Experience in project coordination, administration or stakeholder support roles
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes within agreed timelines
• Experience working with project management frameworks or structured delivery methodologies
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management capabilities
• Experience facilitating meetings and coordinating group discussions
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent industry experience

Culture & Benefits

Standards Australia is proud to have been awarded the prestigious Employer of Choice Award for two consecutive years, 2023 and 2024. This recognition highlights our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace and fostering a culture of excellence. Our iCARE values form the basis of all we do - Integrity, Courage, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.

We offer a range of People Perks that support flexibility, wellbeing, career growth, and recognition - helping you thrive at work and beyond.

At Standards Australia, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to fostering a working environment that values diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Our mission is to empower our communities, and in doing so, we strive to create an organisation that genuinely reflects and respects the diversity of the communities we serve; putting people at the heart of all we do. We welcome applications from people of all cultural and linguistic groups, people of all ages and genders, people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability, and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. Should you need any adjustments to be made to our recruitment process, please contact [e-mail]