At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Engineering Design Practice and drive organisational transformation at ANSTO.
- Company: Join ANSTO, a leader in nuclear science and technology with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, extensive leave provisions, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse and dynamic work environment with a commitment to inclusion and growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on Australia's engineering challenges and shape the future of technology.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering and experience in leading complex engineering organisations.
Australian Nuclear Science & Technology Organisation – Lucas Heights NSW
2 Year Fixed Term | Full Time | Salary commensurate with experience
Opportunity to provide leadership in Engineering Design Function. Direct report to the Group Executive Infrastructure and Engineering Services.
About the Opportunity
The Head of Engineering Design is responsible for establishing and operationalising ANSTO's Engineering Design Practice as a sustainable, enterprise-wide engineering capability. The position will lead the development of the operating model, governance framework, systems, processes, engineering standards, resource planning model and capability requirements necessary to provide engineering design services across ANSTO's Infrastructure and Engineering Services portfolio. The role will operate within a matrix environment and work closely with engineering, project delivery and operational stakeholders to ensure engineering design resources are effectively deployed, governed and integrated across ANSTO's assets, projects and programs. The primary focus of this two-year fixed-term appointment is organisational transformation, capability establishment and operational readiness rather than management of an established engineering team.
Skills and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering from a recognised institution.
- Eligibility for Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status or equivalent professional accreditation.
- Demonstrated experience leading complex engineering organisations, engineering services functions or engineering design practices.
- Proven track record establishing, transforming or growing multidisciplinary engineering teams and capabilities.
- Significant experience operating within matrix organisational structures.
- Demonstrated success leading organisational transformation programs.
- Experience establishing operating models, governance frameworks, processes and engineering systems.
- Strong capability in stakeholder engagement and organisational change leadership.
About Us
At ANSTO Infrastructure & Engineering Services, you'll have the opportunity to work on some of Australia's most unique and complex engineering challenges. Our people play a critical role in delivering the infrastructure, engineering expertise, and operational capability that enable ANSTO's national missions. If you're looking for meaningful work, a dynamic environment, and the chance to help shape the future, we'd love to hear from you. ANSTO leverages great science to deliver big outcomes. We partner with scientists and engineers and apply new technologies to provide real-world benefits. Our work improves human health, saves lives, builds our industries and protects the environment. ANSTO is the home of Australia's most significant landmark and national infrastructure for research. Thousands of scientists from industry and academia benefit from gaining access to state-of-the-art instruments every year.
Benefits of Working with Us
- 18 days personal/carers leave for each year of service
- 3 days paid leave between Christmas and New Year
- Generous parental leave provisions:
- 18 weeks Parental leave for primary caregiver
- 14 weeks Parental leave for secondary caregiver (with incremental increase to a maximum of 18 weeks effective 01/03/2027)
- Annual flu vaccinations
- Cultural, Naidoc and First Nations ceremonial leave
Application closing date: 8th October 2026 at 11:59pm. All applicants must be Australian citizens. In order to solve great challenges, we need great minds and great teams. At ANSTO, we understand that diverse teams produce better outcomes and we value the merit that a diverse perspective can bring to our team. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, primary carers, those with a disability, and women in STEM.
Head of Engineering Design in Sydney employer: Australian Nuclear Science & Technology Organisation
The Australian Nuclear Science & Technology Organisation (ANSTO) is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work culture that fosters innovation and scientific excellence. Located in Lucas Heights, NSW, employees benefit from access to cutting-edge technology and the opportunity to work alongside leading experts in the field, with ample growth opportunities through professional development and training programs. Join us to contribute to meaningful scientific advancements while enjoying a supportive environment that values your contributions.
Contact Details:
Australian Nuclear Science & Technology Organisation Recruitment Team
