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Who are we? 
 
Standards Australia (SA) is the peak standards development organisation in Australia, with a rich history that dates back to 1922. We proudly employ over 200 professionals dedicated to helping shape Australia’s future and enabling the safe and sustainable progress of Australian communities. 
 
Our organisation brings experts together to create national and international standards that serve as essential guidelines for products and services, ultimately benefiting the Australian community. Our vision is to be the trusted voice that delivers confidence in a changing world. 
 
About the role

An exciting opportunity to take the next step in your career and to help create Standards which contribute towards keeping our Australian community safe.

You will be responsible for actively supporting National Mirror Committees’ involvement in international standardisation work, including their participation in international balloting, their attendance at international Technical Committee meetings, and Identical Adoptions (IDT).

This is a salaried, 12 month fixed-term contract.

What you’ll do

• Coordinate Australian participation at ISO (International Organisation for Standardisation) and IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission), including facilitating and managing National Mirror Committees’ participation in international standards development work, international meetings and international balloting
• Assist with managing national projects/committees on occasion 
• Provide International Technical Committee support. The role occasionally requires attending international conference calls outside normal business hours
• Liaise with experts for input to international projects in areas of high net benefit to the Australian community
• Monitor and progress IDT project deliverables ensuring targets, timelines, controls and quality parameters are met in accordance with Standards Australia’s project management methodology
• Maintain plans and information for projects using the organisation's enterprise project management system, including scope, size and timelines
• Build and support working relationships with project stakeholders, upholding the Standards Australia brand at all times
• Provide guidance to committees and other stakeholders on Standards Australia’s International policies and standards development processes
• Active participation in team and departmental activities to support and drive continuous improvement

About you

• 3+ years’ experience in an office administration role
• Experience utilising project management methodologies will be highly regarded
• Experience coordinating consensus outcomes (or similar) will be highly regarded
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proactive attitude and enthusiastic

Culture & Benefits 
 
Standards Australia is proud to have been awarded the prestigious Employer of Choice Award for two consecutive years, 2023 and 2024. This recognition highlights our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace and fostering a culture of excellence. Our iCARE values form the basis of all we do - Integrity, Courage, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. 
 
We offer a range of People Perks that support flexibility, wellbeing, career growth, and recognition—helping you thrive at work and beyond.

What's next? 
 
If Standards Australia sounds like the place for you, please submit your CV outlining your experience and suitability to this role. Eligible applicants must be Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents or have legal rights to work in Australia. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 15 business days of their application. 
 
At Standards Australia, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to fostering a working environment that values diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We strive to create an organisation that genuinely reflects and respects the diversity of the communities we serve; putting people at the heart of all we do. We welcome applications from people of all cultural and linguistic groups, people of all ages and genders, people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability, and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. Should you need any adjustments to be made to our recruitment process, please contact recruitment@standards.org.au

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