Senior High-Voltage Metrologist & Power Systems Lead

Australian Department of Industry, Science and Resources; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Vacation care subsidy

Healthy lifestyle subsidy ($235 annual

Study assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Australian Department of Industry, Science and Resources is advertising a Senior Electrical Scientist/Metrologist (S&T7/S&T8) based in Lindfield, NSW. This senior role leads high-voltage measurement capability, calibration services and national standard development at the National Measurement Institute.

The position offers opportunities to shape measurement science, collaborate with universities and industry, and contribute to Australia’s energy and infrastructure goals within a flexible

Qualifications

• Leadership skills and ability to guide technical teams.
• Experience developing, operating or maintaining complex measurement systems for high voltage/high current.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a drive for innovation.
• Proven ability to build productive relationships with clients, regulators and standards bodies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication to diverse audiences.
• Commitment to safe work practices and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead or contribute to development, maintenance and improvement of Australia's high-voltage measurement standards, reference systems and traceability chains.
• Deliver and oversee complex testing, calibration and measurement services, applying expert knowledge to solve challenges.
• Drive innovation, research and service development for emerging needs in the electricity sector.
• Lead or contribute to strategic capability planning and mentor scientific/technical staff.
• Ensure ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation compliance and quality systems.
• Represent NMI and Australia in national and international standards forums and committees.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Stakeholder relations

Safety awareness

Education

Electrical Engineering or Physics

Postgraduate qualification/PhD desirable

Job description

The Australian Department of Industry, Science and Resources is advertising a Senior Electrical Scientist/Metrologist (S&T7/S&T8) based in Lindfield, NSW. This senior role leads high-voltage measurement capability, calibration services and national standard development at the National Measurement Institute.

The position offers opportunities to shape measurement science, collaborate with universities and industry, and contribute to Australia’s energy and infrastructure goals within a flexible