Policy Advisor

15 hours ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia National Heavy Vehicle Regulator Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year

About the role

The role of the Policy Advisor is to provide support to the Manager of Fatigue and Human Factors with regards to shaping and delivering legislative, strategic and policy priorities related to safety management, with a focus on Electronic Work Diaries, fatigue and human factors, within the national heavy vehicle law.

Key responsibilities of this role are:

  • Assist with developing and implementing policy advice and strategic planning in the area of Safety Management and Human Factors, including fatigue and Electronic Work Diaries (EWDs).
  • Provide advice to support informed decision making on regulatory activities, oversight and assurance relating to EWDs.
  • Develop and implement strategic heavy vehicle policy in alignment with the broader NHVR's strategic plan.
  • Proactively contribute to developing, implementing, evaluating, and continuously improving strategic and operational policy, procedures, guidelines and regulations relevant to the NHVR.
  • Liaise and consult with government agencies (federal, state and local), industry and other stakeholders, including representing the NHVR on committees and working groups as required.

The Safety and Productivity Division within NHVR defines and sets regulatory strategy, policy, standards, and desired outcomes.

This is a critical time to join the function as they undertake assurance activities to ensure the continuous improvement of the regulatory program to enhance the safety and productivity of the industry.

To learn more, the position description can be found on the NHVR Careers site -

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