Future Digital Manufacturing Lead - [Archived Advertisement]

The Opportunity

• Coordination & implementation of CSIRO’s Future Digital Manufacturing Program
• Drive innovative, high-tech manufacturing advancements with a digital focus
• Flexible work arrangements! Mix of home and office

The Australian Manufacturing sector is more important to Australia now than it has been for the last several decades, and so is the need to support companies build competitive sustainability in areas of high value add advanced manufacturing which contributes strongly to national productivity, economic growth and societal wellbeing.

CSIRO’s Manufacturing Business Unit plays an important role in helping to catalyse the transition of the Australian manufacturing industry to high-tech, high value businesses, including the creation of new industries and businesses, by supporting manufacturers to grow, scale-up, commercialise and adopt technology and become more agile, resilient and competitive.

We are looking for an experienced Future Digital Manufacturing Leader with in-depth industry experience to co-lead CSIRO’s research and innovation in Future Digital Manufacturing. Digital technologies are a key enabler of Future Manufacturing – in particular, AI, automation, robotics, Internet of Things, data analytics, Industry 4.0 /5.0 and cybersecurity. This has been recognized by the Government’s Modern Manufacturing Strategy and within CSIRO where the organisation is investing significant funding to support a new R&D initiative in Future Digital Manufacturing (FDM).

FDM is a joint initiative between CSIRO's Manufacturing and D61 Business Units therefore this role will work closely with a similar role in the D61 Business Unit to co-lead the initiative. The FDM initiative will provide a “one stop shop” for industry access to CSIRO expertise, research outputs and facilities to accelerate the advancement of modern digital manufacturing.

The role will report to the Director of CSIRO’s Manufacturing Business Unit and through to the Data61 /Manufacturing Future Digital Manufacturing governance group and is jointly responsible for coordinating the planning and early implementation of our new FDM program. This activity will position CSIRO at the centre of Australian manufacturing innovation and research to support Australian manufacturers to transform, including increasing their trust, familiarity, and adoption of digital technologies. The FDM will co-manage a $18m budget, work plans and timelines to ensure key deliverables are met.

Your duties will include:

• Impact Science Leadership: Science leadership and industry expertise in the Future Digital Manufacturing program including program planning & implementation, budget management, strategy execution, collaboration, market/opportunity identification & pipeline development, reporting and reviews. 
• Engagement and Partnerships: Build strategic relationships through engagement with the domestic and international Digital Manufacturing ecosystems including industry, academia and government. Represent the organisation and its research at forums and in publications, communicate and collaborate broadly to enhance CSIRO’s research and reputation.
• Capability Leadership: Actively promote a healthy, safe and environmentally sustainable workplace; model appropriate and professional behaviour; proactively manage people matters; motivate & inspire staff; sustain & nurture awareness of the Manufacturing business unit’s vision; attract, develop, and retain world class talent.
• Resource leadership: Co-Lead and co-manage the Program’s financial resources, people, infrastructure, and other assets to ensure their effective and efficient use, including a focus on sustainability. Coordinate governance, IP and commercial activities, project delivery against milestones, infrastructure planning, capability forecasting and change initiatives.

Location: Lindfield, Sydney or Clayton, Victoria
Salary: AU$166k – AU$208k plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Specified term of 2 years
Reference: 74649

To be considered you will need:

• A PhD (or an equivalent combination of qualifications and research experience) in a Digital technology such as AI, automation, robotics, Internet of Things, data analytics or Industry 4.0 / 5.0.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake original, creative, and innovative research by generating and pursuing novel ideas and solutions to scientific research problems.
• Proven knowledge and understanding of global trends in the global market.
• Evidence of strong industry and/or government engagement and strategic relationship management that grows new impact opportunities and supports positive and sustainable commercial outcomes.
• Demonstrated science leadership and excellence in a large technology function, with oversight of budget, project and risk management, including leadership skills that unite capability and promote cross-organisational collaboration to transform CSIRO’s delivery to national and international challenges in the digital manufacturing domain.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, evidenced by high-level reporting, presentation, stakeholder management and negotiation abilities.

For full details about this role please view the Position Description

Eligibility

To be eligible to work in CSIRO you must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or either hold, or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.

The successful applicant will be required to obtain and provide a National Police Check or equivalent. Additional integrity checks may be required for specific roles which require security clearance for working with children, Australian Government cybersecurity requirements or other identified security roles.

Flexible Working Arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. 

Diversity and Inclusion

We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish. 

About CSIRO

At CSIRO Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact. 

Join us and start creating tomorrow today!

How to Apply

Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.

Applications Close

14 July 2021, 11:00pm AEST