• Adelaide
• Job closes 22/9

About the Department

The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government’s economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology. We do this by:

• Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions
• Investing in science and technology
• Strengthening the resources sector.

The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work. You will be able to create positive impact in people’s lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people.

If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australia’s future.

Please see the APSC’s APS Employee Value Proposition for more information on the benefits and value of employment within the APS.

About the team

"In my role at ARWA, no two days are the same. I get to work on complex challenges that allow me to think outside the box for solutions. Our culture of learning and ideas-sharing means I’ve had more development opportunities at ARWA than at any other point in my career.

I feel lucky to work with many experts in their fields at ARWA. ARWA encourages me to find flexible work arrangements that suit my personal life while also supporting me to succeed in my career." ~ Catherine

The opportunity

The Document Controller works collaboratively across the Safety & Technical Branch to manage and co-ordinate critical operational documents and information.

What’s in it for you?

Our ideal candidate

• Demonstrated understanding of quality document control best practices
• Experience with technical document control management functions.
• Attention to detail with a focus on maintaining quality deliverables and records.
• Proven ability to think critically and drive continuous improvement.

What youll gain from the experience

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What you will do

They will be responsible for:

• The provision of document control services as a key element of the quality control process supporting the management of projects not limited to maintaining technical documentation, managing appropriate storage and monitoring access and retrieval.
• Provision of advice and support on the storage and management of all project documentation and the use of electronic document management systems.
• Ensuring documentation aligns with project timelines and deliverables.
• Undertaking periodic audits to ensure compliance with document control procedures and practices.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of knowledge management business practices to ensure critical knowledge is captured, recorded, and transferred where necessary.

Eligibility

To be eligible for employment in the APS and the department, applicants must:

• Be an Australian citizen or going to be granted Australian Citizenship before commencement. You may be asked to provide evidence of this.
• Undertake a pre-employment security assessment and subsequent security clearance. All staff are required to have a minimum baseline security clearance however some roles will require a higher level security clearance. If you are offered a role and do not have a current security clearance, we will work with you to arrange for this to be undertaken.
• Be medically fit to undertake the duties of the job.

To be eligible for employment in the APS and the department, candidates must be Australian Citizens.

Positions require a Baseline security clearance and successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.

Notes

A merit pool may be established and used to fill future vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette.

The department does currently offer flexible work opportunities for many roles. This vacancy is SA - Adelaide - Flinders St based, although flexible or remote work arrangements may be considered. Please reach out to the contact officer to discuss this further.

Application information

Your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information. This includes in your application responses, CV and any other documents. The selection panel may not consider applications containing classified information.

Please provide a pitch explaining how your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role and why you are the best candidate for the position. Your pitch can contain no more than 750 words and should align to the key duties listed above.

Please complete your application online and provide your current CV with your application. (CVs must be in .doc, .docx, or .pdf format).

Please refer to our Applying for a position information for additional information on how to apply.

Contact Information

For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact ARWA Human Resources on N/A or via email on ARWAHuman Resources@industry.gov.au

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