Assistant Director, Environment Policy and Standards

Salary range $124,755- $145,496 + 15.4% super

Canberra, Hobart and Coffs Harbour preferred; other AMSA locations will be considered.

AMSA Level 6, Ongoing

• Work to strengthen environment protection outcomes
• Lead legislative processes to implement international maritime/environment conventions
• Join a dedicated, collaborative team with a strong focus on inclusion and professional development

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Assistant Director, Environment Policy and Standards, will be responsible for formulating, examining and evaluating regulations and policy to make recommendations on key cross-cutting policy issues related to international maritime pollution prevention conventions and their implementation in Australia. The Assistant Director will use their strong communication skills within AMSA and externally, including internationally, to influence and progress policy in Australia’s national interest.

You will be responsible for:

• Research and analyse environmental issues, trends and regulatory responses, both in Australia and internationally to inform the development of Australia’s policy and inform international and domestic engagement.
• Lead the development of Australia’s position and prepare briefing on key issues for International Maritime Organization (IMO) meetings including Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) and Pollution Prevention and Response Sub-Committee (PPR).
• Contribute to the analysis and formulation of policy related to maritime environment protection issues and the preparation of documentation relating to the introduction of new and amending legislation and marine orders.
• Lead consultation with relevant stakeholders, including preparing communication materials and arranging and participating in engagement internally and externally as necessary.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

To be successful in this position, you will have the following skills and experience:

• Experience developing and/or administering policy, regulation and/or legislation.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and deliver results to a high standard.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to engage effectively with stakeholders.
• Experience undertaking research and analysis and preparing briefings on complex issues including for high level meetings.
• Good judgement and demonstrated ability to provide quality advice and resolve complex issues.

The following is also considered desirable:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications, such as environmental or maritime law, international relations, or environmental science.
• Understanding of international conventions, legislation and/or policies, particularly for, but not limited to, environment protection

For more information about this role, please refer to the position description.

Note: Information about our terms and conditions of employment are contained in the AMSA Enterprise Agreement 2024 - 2027

ABOUT AMSA

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) is responsible for the safety of international shipping and domestic commercial vessels, protection of the environment from ship sourced pollution and search and rescue nationally.

AMSA offers unique and interesting career opportunities, and we employ around 450 people across Australia. To learn more about our organisation please visit our website.

AMSA BENEFITS

We are committed a supportive and collaborative work environment, which is why AMSA offers:

• Flexible work including work from home arrangements
• Health and wellbeing programs including annual flu vaccinations and a healthy lifestyle reimbursement
• An office-wide Christmas period shutdown (in addition to annual leave provisions)
• An ability to work for an organisation charged with protecting our environment and saving lives

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Diversity and inclusion are a priority at AMSA.

Our role means that we impact and influence communities right across Australia, this is why it is essential that we draw on the diversity of our people to successfully deliver our mission of “ensuring safe vessel operations, combatting marine pollution and rescuing people in distress”.

We are proud to have been recognised as an Inclusive Employer 2022-2023 by the Diversity Council of Australia, and continue to focus on embedding inclusive values within our organisation.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At AMSA we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway – you might just be the person we’re looking for!

We encourage applications from people of all diverse backgrounds and are committed to supporting you to reach your full potential. You can find more information about our diversity and inclusion commitments in our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy.

HOW TO APPLY

Please complete your application on our website via the Careers at AMSA page by 11.55pm Sunday 10th August 2025 . You will need to provide:

• your resume (maximum of 3 pages)
• a brief cover letter (maximum 800 words) outlining what you will bring to this role.

For any questions regarding the role please contact Matthew Gregg on [email protected] or 03 8612 6036.

If you have any questions about the recruitment process please contact Human Resources on [email protected]

AMSA does not engage staff under the Public Service Act 1999. AMSA engages employees under the Australian Maritime Safety Authority Act 1990 and our remuneration arrangements are specific to AMSA.