RTI Officer

About the role

The NHVR is seeking an RTI Officer for a two-year contract ending 28 October 2028, based either at Newstead in Queensland or Parramatta in NSW. The role ensures the NHVR complies with its obligations under the Right to Information Act 2009 (Qld), the Information Privacy Act 2009 (Qld) and the protected information provisions of the Heavy Vehicle National Law. It sits within the Corporate Services Division, which covers strategic planning, corporate governance, performance improvement and corporate services.

Key responsibilities

• Collate material for applications made under the Right to Information Act 2009 (Qld) and subpoenas, summons and notices to produce received by the NHVR
• Manage access applications under section 24 of the RTI Act, including internal review applications under section 80, and applications under Chapter 3A of the RTI Act
• Monitor the internal review process, prepare monthly reports and help improve it
• Develop privacy and RTI-specific training and liaise with the Queensland Information Commissioner and other regulators
• Support privacy and information queries from internal and external stakeholders
• Review and update policies and procedures, update the delegations register, the MOU/agreements register and the register of approved forms under the HVNL
• Provide administrative services under the supervision of the Manager, Privacy and RTI, and assist the Governance, Risk and Privacy Team

Required profile

• Previous experience in a similar role or an administrative role within a legal or professional services team
• Ability to use the Microsoft suite of products and to prepare quality written material
• Ability to manage priorities, pay attention to detail and work well in a team

What we offer

• Salary of $105,118.39 plus superannuation
• Monthly or fortnightly rostered day off and extra paid leave over Christmas closure
• Hybrid working, up to 2 days from home
• Wellbeing programs, salary packaging options including a novated lease, and ongoing training and professional development support

Applicants submit a CV and cover letter by 5 December 2026; successful candidates must complete pre-employment checks including a national police and work rights check.