Associate Director, Semiconductor Technology

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• Help shape the future of the Australian semiconductor industry at AMRF
• Temporary opportunity until August 2029
• Located on site at Bradfield
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $149,739 to $ + $173,174.00 super

What's in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

The role

As Associate Director, you'll lead the development and delivery of the AMRF's semiconductor strategy, bringing together global partners, research institutions, and industry leaders to build Australia's first commercial advanced packaging facility. You'll be hands-on in everything from building a team of advanced packaging experts, cleanroom design to capability development, ensuring the facility is not only cutting-edge but also scalable and sustainable.

This role is an opportunity to help shape the future of the semiconductor industry in Australia, delivering complex technical and operational requirements, balancing diverse stakeholder interests, managing tight timelines, and transitioning from setup to high-performance operations. You'll be the go-to for strategic collaboration, technical leadership, and operational excellence, helping to position the AMRF as a critical hub for the Australian semiconductor industry and a global player in advanced packaging technologies.

For more information read the full Role Description: Associate Director Semiconductor Technology

What you will bring to the role

• Strong technical background in semiconductor packaging with demonstrated hands-on experience in advanced packaging processes gained preferably in an industry or commercial R&D setting
• Proven experience in industry engagement, business development, or strategic partnerships within the semiconductor, electronics, or deep tech sectors.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments across industry, research, and government.
• Demonstrated experience working in or overseeing high-tech facility operations, especially cleanroom environments.
• Demonstrated experience in facility development, equipment specification, and industry qualification standards.
• Skilled in identifying emerging trends and assessing next-generation technologies in the semiconductor sector to guide high-impact R&D initiatives.
• Demonstrated global perspective and experience working with international semiconductor industry stakeholders.
• Sound experience in delivering complex projects and analysing complex issues involving technical and other data sources such as financial and technical.

What is an essential requirement:

• Tertiary qualifications in electrical, industrial, aerospace, mechatronic, mechanical, manufacturing engineering, materials science or related disciplines, or demonstrated, equivalent, relevant professional experience.

About us

The Bradfield Development Authority (BDA) is building a stronger future for Western Sydney by delivering Australia's first new city in 100 years - Bradfield City Centre, attracting investment to the Western Sydney Aerotropolis, and driving industry growth and innovation. We work with all levels of government, industry, and the community to realise the once-in-a-generation opportunities the new 24/7 Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport and the surrounding Western Sydney Aerotropolis precinct.

The Advanced Manufacturing Readiness Facility (AMRF) is a private subsidiary corporation owned by the Bradfield Development Authority that is central to the economic development strategy underpinning Bradfield City Centre. It will play an important role in supporting the manufacturing sector, creating more high-value jobs and leveraging the $20 billion worth of Government infrastructure in the Aerotropolis.

Bradfield Development Authority and is an authority within the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI).

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Wednesday 5th November 2025 at 11.55pm

Should you require further information about the role please contact Harley De Burgh, Director Research and Technology AMRF,

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via or HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn