Team Leader Governance, Aps Level 6, Legal Metrology

Canberra, Lindfield, Darwin, Geebung, Edwardstown, Devonport, Port Melbourne, Malaga
- Applications close 21 March

**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.

**About the team**:
The Legal Metrology Branch (LMB) administers Australia’s legislative and regulatory framework that underpins measurements and measuring instruments used for trade and legal purposes. We provide confidence in measurement across the economy and a level playing field for consumers, businesses, government entities and international trade.

As a section within the LMB, the Programs and Governance Team (P&G) supports the delivery of a diverse range of business enabling activities. These include operational and administrative support, national compliance program research, development and review, corporate reporting, business planning / reporting, and asset management. The team has oversight and accountability for managing the responsibilities associated with safety and corporate risks on behalf of the branch.

**The opportunity**:
Reporting to the Assistant Manager, Programs and Governance, the Team Leader Governance is responsible for managing the support officer team, together with providing operational assistance to the Assistant Manager, Programs & Governance, and contributes to the successful operation and achievements of the Programs & Governance section and the greater Legal Metrology Branch.

They display excellent judgement, possess highly developed relationship building and liaison skills and the capacity to work well with others. They show initiative and have the capacity to work independently to lead projects and deliver outcomes with mínimal guidance.

**What’s in it for you?**:
The National Measurment Institute (NMI) supports career progression and mobility through informal rewards and recognition and formal career planning which takes place between a supervisor and employee. Being a large division within the department, there are exciting opportunities and career pathways available for NMI staff who are ready to take on new challenges and have a commitment to continuous improvement and development.
- has sound understanding or the ability to quickly obtain an understanding of processes, governance, and policies.
- is able to supervise, lead, coach, and mentor a diverse team of staff and foster their development.
- is able to maintain strong, productive, and collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- has well-developed skills in research, analysis, problem solving, planning, and organising to manage competing priorities and workloads.
- can act and think strategically, including implementing policies, business plans and strategies in line with corporate goals.
- has personal drive and integrity in the context of the APS values and code of conduct.
- has well-developed organisational skills, including the ability to deliver a very high standard of work.
- has the ability to manage varied work tasks/priorities to deliver results against set deadlines.
- has highly developed written communication and representational skills.

**What you will do**:
As an APS Level 6 Team Leader Governance, you will:

- supervise the virtual support officer network and disseminate work to individuals within the team.
- manage support duties including organising, scheduling, and coordinating of tasks to accommodate competing and changing priorities.
- support individuals to achieve their personal and team performance indicators and provide regular feedback.
- provide specialist administrative advice to the support officers, on the interpretation of Departmental policies, plans and procedures.
- liaise and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders to contribute to the efficient delivery of corporate services including fleet vehicles and property.
- coordinate major procurement purchases and manage the payment of invoices.
- undertake specialist project work to assist in the operation of branch activities.
- manage, coordinate, and arrange domestic and international travel and acquittal of expenses.

**Eligibility**:
**Notes**:
The Programs and Governance Section has staff located in NMI and departmental offices around Australia, including, Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. Final location will be negotiated with the successful applicant. The department offers flexible work opportunities for many roles. Please reach out to the contact officer to discuss alternate locations and flexible work opportunities.

A merit pool may be est