Measurement Standards Officers, Aps Levels 4

Brisbane
- Applications close 26 September

**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 National Measurement Institute**:
The National Measurement Institute is the Australian Government’s national authority on measurement. We play an important role in the Australian economy by maintaining and regulating Australia’s measurement system, developing and maintaining national measurement standards, and delivering world-class measurement products and client services.

Measurement is integral to a successful economy and to the progress of innovation and science. Our work adapts to, services and enhances the productivity and growth of Australian industries, and aims to ensure a fair, safe, healthy and competitive Australia.

**About the branch **:The Legal Metrology Branch plays an important role in ensuring Australian consumers and industry can rely on trusted measurements for fair trade in goods and services. To ensure traders comply with the law and adopt correct measurement trading practices, we employ inspectors who check that measuring instruments (for example, weighing scales, fuel pumps and weighbridges) are accurate throughout Australia, pre-packaged articles contain the correct amount of produce, and that fuel sold in service stations complies with quality standards.
**About the section **:The Policy and Regulatory Services Section provides timely, accurate and appropriate support for the Secretary and Chief Metrologist, including advice and services relating to measurement policy, regulatory and technical matters. This enables the delivery of a strong and effective national measurement system that is trusted and accepted domestically and internationally and does not impose unnecessary barriers to trade through restrictive requirements.

**The opportunity**:
We are offering an ongoing role based in Geebung that will support the delivery of the calibration services for the Measurment Standards Unit.

The Measurment Standards Officer is a technical role and requires engaging with staff across the laboratory and NMI's internal and external stakeholders.

**What’s in it for you?**:
Working at NMI means you are joining one of the world leaders in measurement science. NMI has a diverse range of roles and priorities that will enable you to learn new skills and expand your career in interesting and exciting ways.

As part of the department, employees at NMI are covered by the relevant enterprise agreement and benefits include:

- 15.4% employer superannuation contribution
- 4 weeks annual leave per year
- 18 days paid personal leave per year
- flexible working arrangements where possible
- access to staff counselling services.
- Demonstrated experience in planning and implementing effective work programs and practices in a calibration environment.
- Effective written and oral communication skills to support and develop professional relationships with a diverse range of industry and government stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and participate in a team and to operate independently and responsibly.
- Proven ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise tact and discretion together with demonstrated commitment to professional values including teamwork, continuous improvement.

Experience operating in a regulatory and measurement calibration environment is highly desirable.

**What you will do**:

- Conducting reference standard calibration activities in accordance with Laboratory Operations Manual to ensure effective and efficient delivery of service.
- Undertaking the duties of a test officer by:

- Calibrating and verifying inspectorate reference standards and test equipment required to perform inspectorate duties.
- Calibrating and verifying reference standards and artefacts used by servicing licensees, government enforcement agencies and business conducting quality assurance programs.
- Testing and verifying trade instruments submitted to the laboratory for testing.
- Maintaining laboratory equipment.
- Identifying and supporting