Accreditation Specialist

Accreditation Specialist – Mech/NDT
The National Association of Testing Authorities, Australia (NATA) is Australia's national accreditation body. We provide independent assurance of the technical competence and integrity of organisations, helping clients gain confidence in the delivery of their products and services.
We are seeking a full-time Accreditation Specialist to join our Sydney office. You'll receive comprehensive training to assess laboratories within our Materials, Assets and Products sector, commencing in Mechanical and Non-Destructive Testing disciplines, with the future expectation to be upskilled into other areas. Working alongside industry experts, you'll help uphold national technical standards while expanding your expertise in a supportive and collaborative environment.
About the roleOrganise, lead and conduct assessments of laboratories against criteria based on ISO/IEC 17025Conduct assessments at client facilities with the support of technical expertsPrepare assessment reports and manage follow-up actionsManage relationships with existing and prospective members and stakeholdersRespond to client enquiries and provide advice on accreditation requirementsDevelop a strong understanding of accreditation criteriaProvide advice to technical experts, clients and the public on NATAs policies and technical requirementsIntrastate and interstate travel is required
Skills and experienceTertiary qualification in a scientific, engineering or related discipline with relevant professional experienceExperience in mechanical testing and/or non-destructive testing (NDT)Understanding of management system principles and quality assurance activities (support will be provided to apply this practically)Proven Ability to plan, prioritise and deliver multiple activities within set timeframesDemonstrated experience building strong working relationships with clients and stakeholdersStrong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectivelyIntermediate skills in software applications and databases, with willingness to learn new systemsOpenness to expanding technical capability to meet evolving business needsPrevious auditing experience is highly desirable, although training will be provided
ConditionsYou must have a current driver's license, and Permanent Australian Residency is a pre-requisite for this position.
To view the position description, please contact peopleteam@nata.com.au.
How to applyClick Apply and submit your Resume and a Cover Letter addressing the skills and experience outlined in this advertisement and how they will support your success in the Accreditation Specialist role.
Please submit your application by 5pm (AEST), 14 August 2026.
About NATANATA is a membership-based not-for-profit organisation and has been contributing to the quality of the nations technical infrastructure since 1947. We accredit laboratories, inspection bodies, calibration services, producers of certified reference materials and proficiency testing scheme providers to ensure technical competence in accordance with relevant international and Australian standards.
With approximately 200 staff nationwide and offices in each mainland state capital city, NATA also benefits from the expertise of more than 3,000 volunteers who contribute deep technical knowledge and industry experience as Technical Experts, committee members and directors on NATAs Board.
NATA is an equal opportunity employer.
Website: www.nata.com.au