Radiation Management Officer

Airservices Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Airservices Australia is seeking an entry-level Radiation Management Officer to support the nationwide radiation hazard management program. Based in Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney, you will help coordinate site surveys and hazard reports across critical aviation infrastructure.

The role offers flexibility within a 12-month fixed-term, full-time arrangement and exposure to specialised technology platforms. You’ll work with engineering, technical and project teams to review drawings, ensure

Qualifications

• Year 12 completion with strong academic performance in Science, Mathematics and English.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and SharePoint.
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret and analyse technical documentation, engineering drawings and standards.
• Strong written communication skills and experience preparing reports, procedures and technical documentation.
• Well-developed stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• High attention to detail and the ability to identify inconsistencies, anomalies and compliance risks.
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.
• Commitment to workplace safety, compliance and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating the completion of radiation site surveys and associated compliance activities.
• Developing radiation hazard reports for operational sites, including NDB facilities.
• Coordinating the development and maintenance of Radio Communication Site Management Books (RCSMBs).
• Reviewing technical drawings, documentation and regulatory requirements.
• Supporting projects to deliver radiation hazard management outcomes.
• Assisting engineering and technical teams across communications, navigation and surveillance domains.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives through the application of digital tools and emerging technologies, including AI-enabled solutions.
• Contributing to safety, risk, compliance and governance activities across the business.

Skills

Microsoft 365

Reading technical docs

Written reports

Stakeholder engagement

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Safety compliance

Education

Year 12

Tertiary studies in engineering/science/aviation

Tools

Power BI

SharePoint

Power Platform

Document management

Job description

Job no: 503031
Work type: Fixed Term Full Time
Location: VIC, NSW, QLD
Categories: Engineering

• Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney based entry-level technical role
• Support radiation hazard management across critical aviation infrastructure
• 12-month fixed-term full-time opportunity with flexible work arrangements

Summary

As a Radiation Management Officer in this 12-month fixed-term full-time opportunity, based in Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney, you'll play a key role in supporting Airservices Australia's radiation hazard management program across a national portfolio of aviation infrastructure.

Working closely with engineering, technical and project teams, you will coordinate radiation site surveys, develop site-specific hazard reports, review technical documentation and support compliance activities that help ensure Airservices maintains safe and compliant communications, navigation and surveillance systems.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised individual with an interest in technology, aviation and compliance. Whether you're taking a gap year during your studies, currently studying a related discipline, or have recently completed further education, this role offers exposure to specialised technologies that support Australia's air traffic management network.

The Organisation

Airservices Australia is a government-owned organisation responsible for the safe and efficient management of 11% of the world's airspace and provision of aviation rescue & firefighting services at Australia's busiest airports.

Our people are our greatest asset with a dynamic and diverse team operating from locations across the country, from bustling cities to regional and remote locations, including an island. This team helps secure the future of Australia's skies and keep them amongst the safest in the world.

We connect people with their world safely, linking family and friends, generating economic activity, creating jobs, and facilitating trade and tourism. Every system we maintain contributes to aviation safety and national connectivity.

Airservices is committed to fostering a culture that is diverse, inclusive and respectful. We encourage motivated individuals who value a service-first mindset and embrace a challenge to explore a career with Airservices. In return, you'll be a valued team member, be offered flexibility and experience a meaningful career in an exciting, ever-evolving aviation industry.

The Role & The Team

Working within the Navigation and Power team, you will support Airservices' radiation hazard management obligations across a diverse portfolio of operational technology systems and sites nationwide.

You will coordinate technical activities, review drawings and documentation, develop site-specific reports and work closely with internal stakeholders and external contractors to ensure radiation hazard management requirements are met.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating the completion of radiation site surveys and associated compliance activities.
• Developing radiation hazard reports for operational sites, including Non-Directional Beacon (NDB) facilities.
• Coordinating the development and maintenance of Radio Communication Site Management Books (RCSMBs).
• Reviewing technical drawings, documentation and regulatory requirements.
• Supporting projects to deliver radiation hazard management outcomes.
• Assisting engineering and technical teams across communications, navigation and surveillance domains.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives through the application of digital tools and emerging technologies, including AI-enabled solutions.
• Contributing to safety, risk, compliance and governance activities across the business

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the safety and compliance of critical aviation infrastructure while building expertise in a highly specialised operational environment.

Please see the link below to view the full Position Description.

Radiation Management Officer - T03 - New template (1).pdf

The Person

If you're looking for a role where you can apply your technical expertise to nationally significant technology systems while working with a highly skilled team, we'd love to hear from you.

The successful applicant will have:

• Completion of Year 12, with strong academic performance in Science, Mathematics and English.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and SharePoint.
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret and analyse technical documentation, engineering drawings and standards.
• Strong written communication skills and experience preparing reports, procedures and technical documentation.
• Well-developed stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• High attention to detail and the ability to identify inconsistencies, anomalies and compliance risks.
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.
• Commitment to workplace safety, compliance and continuous improvement.

The following experience would be highly regarded:

• Tertiary studies (completed or in progress) in engineering, science, technology, aviation or a related discipline.
• Supporting engineering, scientific or technical teams within a regulated environment.
• Experience working with technical information, documentation or compliance processes.
• Demonstrated interest in aviation, technology or infrastructure industries.
• Radiation safety, hazard management or compliance reporting.
• Developing and maintaining procedures, work instructions and technical documentation.
• Business process improvement and workflow automation.
• Power BI, SharePoint, Microsoft Power Platform or document management systems.
• Working within aviation, infrastructure, government or other safety-critical industries

Security Clearance

To be eligible to apply, you must be an Australian Citizen as an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) is required for this role. Please refer to the security check requirementssuccessful applicants will be required to undertake as part of the recruitment process.

Purpose:

Support the safe management of radiation hazards across nationally significant aviation infrastructure.

Meaningful Work:

Contribute directly to compliance, safety and operational outcomes that support Australia's aviation network.

Technical Exposure:

Gain experience across communications, navigation and surveillance systems used throughout the National Airways System.

Innovation:

Support digital transformation initiatives and explore the use of AI and automation to improve business processes.

Collaboration:

Work alongside engineers, project teams, technical specialists and operational stakeholders across Australia.

Career Development:

Build expertise in a specialised compliance and technical management discipline within a highly regulated environment and gain exposure to future career pathways within aviation and technology.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Airservices Australia, we embrace and thrive on diversity of thought, perspectives and capabilities because we know the benefits of having a workforce that is representative of the community we serve.

We actively encourage and welcome candidates from all cultural backgrounds, gender identities, people living with disability, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

Join Airservices Australia and help support the safe operation and compliance of the critical infrastructure that keeps Australia's skies safe.