The Regulatory and Strategic Policy Officer will help shape Australia’s nuclear regulation landscape within the Nuclear Regulation Branch. On a daily basis you’ll analyse policy, contribute to regulatory guidance, and help manage assurance programs and submissions related to the NPS Enterprise. Expect a mix of written policy work, collaboration with internal teams and external regulators, and coordination across approvals and governance activities.
Role Specifications
| Job Title | Regulatory and Strategic Policy Officer |
|---|---|
| Vacancy Number | VN-0768305 |
| Position Number | ASA/01660/26 |
| Classification | APS Level 6 |
| Salary | AUD 99,733 – 112,431 per year |
| Job Type | Full-Time, Ongoing |
| Primary Locations | Adelaide SA; Canberra ACT; Perth WA |
| Future Merit Locations | Canberra; Adelaide; Perth |
| Office Arrangement | On Site |
| Office Arrangement Details | ASA is committed to flexible office arrangements; Flexible Office Arrangements are available for certain roles within ASA |
| Closing Date | Monday 20 April 2026 |
| Agency Website | https://www.defence.gov.au/about/taskforces/aukus |
About the Opportunity
The Nuclear Regulation Branch is responsible for the full domestic nuclear regulatory portfolio for the NPS Enterprise. You’ll be involved in developing regulatory guidance, implementing compliance programs, and assuring regulatory submissions. You’ll work with diverse teams across the enterprise to guide, obtain and maintain approvals, contributing to policy and legislative reviews and shaping regulatory frameworks.
ASA emphasises a dynamic, inclusive culture with flexible working options, strong collaboration, and professional development. If you’re adaptable, enjoy fast-paced policy work, and want to contribute to a once-in-a-generation program, this is a role where your contribution will matter at national scale.
Duties (What You Will Do)
| Key Responsibilities | Specific Tasks |
|---|---|
| Regulatory guidance and processes | Develop regulatory guidance material; provide guidance on scoping, writing and regulatory-required public consultation; support submission of regulatory approvals |
| Compliance and assurance | Implement compliance programs against domestic nuclear regulations; undertake QA of regulatory applications and submissions; monitor enterprise compliance |
| Policy and strategic input | Contribute to strategic policy and legislative reviews; help draft and maintain the ASA Nuclear Regulatory Strategy and related frameworks |
| Engagement and governance | Lead or participate in stakeholder engagement with project teams, regulators, industry and partners; support governance processes and documentation |
| Administration and coordination | Contribute to branch administration, coordination of regulatory activities, and alignment with regulatory regimes including NAV, safety, environment |
About You (Eligibility)
- Strong written and verbal communication, with clear analysis and attention to detail
- Understanding of the domestic nuclear regulatory environment and regulatory timelines
- Strategic analysis skills and ability to distill policy challenges into practical solutions
- Experience in compliance and assurance activities, including audit participation
- Confidence in communicating across agency levels, regulators, industry and partners
- Ability to break down complex policy or programmatic challenges and present practical inputs
- Security clearance capability to obtain and maintain Negative Vetting Level 1
Important Information for Applicants
jobs in australia for foreigners: Applicants should note that eligibility for this role requires the ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearance. The RecruitAbility program may apply for eligible applicants who declare a disability and meet minimum requirements. See the APS RecruitAbility information for details.
Direct Answer
Citizenship and visa requirements align with APS policy. This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain Negative Vetting Level 1 security clearance. If you cannot meet clearance requirements, you may not be eligible to apply.
Additional Information
Diversity & Inclusion
ASA supports an inclusive culture that emphasises respect, collaboration, and safety. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
RecruitAbility
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. If you choose to apply under the scheme, you may be invited to participate in further assessment activity. For details visit the APS site.
Future Merit Pools
Similar opportunities may be offered to suitable applicants in related future merit pools as they arise.
How to Apply
| Contact Officer | Ginny Lim, 02 5128 8710 |
|---|---|
| Candidate Kit | Agency Recruitment Site |
| Application Portal | https://defencecareers.nga.net.au/?jati=BA7AEDA7-09B7-485A-C29D-ECC3A8BFFDC5 |