Senior Advisor Asset Information Systems

$149,860 - $173,729 + 15.4% super

Location: Brisbane preferred, other AMSA office locations will be considered (Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Coffs Harbour)

Position type: Ongoing

• Competitive remuneration and superannuation
• Flexible work options available
• Work with purpose – be part of a values driven team with a strong sense of purpose

ABOUT THE ROLE

Positioned within the Response Division’s Asset Management & Preparedness section, the role works collaboratively with Aids to Navigation (AtoN) teams to ensure decisions about AtoN assets are informed by consistent, reliable and accessible information.

The position provides leadership in asset information governance, system development, reporting and insights; enabling AMSA to make evidence-based decisions that optimise the reliability, performance and sustainability of its AtoN network.

You will be responsible for:

• Lead the governance and management of AtoN asset information to ensure it is reliable, structured and complete, to support informed decision-making across the AtoN program
• Translate asset data into actionable insights that support planning, performance monitoring and risk management
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define business requirements and guide system or process enhancements that add measurable value
• Lead the Asset Information Systems team, setting clear direction, priorities and performance expectations, while supporting the wellbeing and engagement of team members
• Champion efficient, standardised and future-ready data management practices across the AtoN program

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

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

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline, or demonstrated equivalent professional experience in information, data or asset management systems.
• Extensive experience managing information or data systems that support infrastructure, engineering or asset management environments.
• Proven experience leading and developing high-performing teams that deliver information or asset management outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence, collaborate and build commitment toward better information and data governance.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical and analytical information into clear, actionable insights for decision-makers.
• Sound understanding of asset management and information governance frameworks (e.g. ISO 55000), supported by relevant professional certification such as CAMA (Certified Asset Management Assessor) or equivalent practical expertise.
• Experience establishing or enhancing data governance frameworks and ensuring data quality and integrity across systems.
• A proven track record of driving continuous improvement, innovation and collaboration across diverse stakeholders.
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary, regulatory or government environment is desirable but not essential.

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

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 marine environments 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 AEDT Wednesday 3 December 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 Greg Hansen on 0407 918 223.

If you have any questions about the recruitment process please contact Human Resources on recruitment@amsa.gov.au

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.