Standards Development Manager – Remote

Brisbane - Australia

Monthly Salary: $ 170000 - 170000

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Rail Industry Safety and Standards (RISSB) is the Australian Rail Industry Standards Development Organisation (SDO) and is accredited by Standards Australia. RISSB is primarily responsible for the development amendment management and ownership of the Australian Code of Practice (ACOP) as it relates to the Rail Industry. The ACOP incorporates codes standards rules and guidelines. RISSB is also responsible for other documents systems and processes necessary and desirable to promote railway industry safety harmonisation interoperability and productivity in Australia.

RISSBs objectives are detailed in its Constitution. It is a not-for-profit Company limited by guarantee. It is owned by its funding members and has been in operation since 2004. RISSB currently has staff across Brisbane Melbourne Sydney Rathmines (NSW) Perth and Townsville with its head office located in Brisbane.

We are currently looking for a Standards Development Manager (SDM) who will be responsible for leading facilitating and developing a suite of RISSB products developed using its SDO processes. This is a contract role for a period of 9-12 months.

The production program includes developing and maintaining RISSB standards codes of practice and guidelines (ACOP) and other products as required. The SDM also contributes to continually improving RISSBs product development procedures and approach to ensure growing stakeholder value. Strategically the role will have input into the selection of products for incorporation into the work plan. The SDM is expected to participate in industry engagement to refine the selection of these products regularly with a focus on implementation and adoption.

Key Responsibilities:

Drive the development amendment and management of the ACOP as it relates to the Rail Industry as well as other documents systems and processes to promote railway industry safety harmonisation interoperability and productivity in Australia.

Actively manage the Development Groups assigned to each product and provide day-to-day direction on issues as they arise.

Manage relations with key stakeholders to ensure continued engagement.

Develop the products under the direction of the Standing Committees and the General Manager Products & Innovation.

Support the General Manager Products & Innovation in meeting the reporting requirements to the Senior Leadership Team and RISSB Board in a timely manner.

Support the General Manager Products & Innovation in delivering the objectives of the Company as set out in the Constitution.

Develop implement and maintain product delivery plans in line with the RISSB Work Plan.

Manage contracts and external providers and suppliers related to work plan activities

Qualifications:

The Standards Development Manager will be required to:

have at least five years experience in the rail industry

hold appropriate tertiary qualifications applicable to the rail industry

demonstrate extensive project management and contract coordination experience

have strong technical writing capability

demonstrated experience working with other rail disciplines (i.e. at a whole-of-system level)

be available to travel within Australia

comply with and work with RISSBs policies and procedures

work outside normal office hours if required

participate in regular team meetings.

What We Offer:

Competitive remuneration.

EAP services.

Workplace flexibility.

Modern office and facilities with convenient central station location.

Salary sacrifice including novated leases provision of salary sacrifice through Salary Packaging Australia.

Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

A dynamic and collaborative work environment within a leading industry player.

How to Apply:

All interested applicants that meet the qualification and experience requirements as outlined in the position description are encouraged to apply.

Please ensure your cover letter includes:

Why you are interested in this position;

What relevant experience and qualifications you have; and

Why you think youd be great for this role.

To obtain the position description email

RISSB is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences and we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Required Experience:

Manager