Portfolio: Industry, Science and Resources
http://www.nopsema.gov.au
$66M
2026-27 Budget (Budget Paper No. 4)$45M
2024-25 Total Revenue250
Headcount (2024-25)Material upward shift in 2026-27 funding (+13.0%, $8M change). 2025-26 estimated actual $58M → 2026-27 budget $66M. Source: Budget Paper No. 4, Agency Resourcing tables.
Critical Minerals Production Tax Incentive (CMPTI)
Department of Industry, Science and Resources
Total Budget
$28.3M
Digital Budget
$22.1M
July 2024 — June 2027
The CMPTI is consistent with the Critical Minerals Strategy and a key component of the Future Made in Australia Package. The project aims to establish a customer portal and associated back-end Customer Relationship Management (CRM) to facilitate the submission and assessment of CMPTI applications and subsequent reporting and compliance processes.
National Measurement Institute (NMI) Digital Transformation Program
Department of Industry, Science and Resources
Total Budget
$40.2M
Digital Budget
$40.2M
July 2024 — June 2026
The program will address the NMI’s most urgent ICT needs, such as cyber security risks as well as critical service delivery and operational issues. The program comprises 4 key ICT work streams, which aim to remediate known vulnerabilities that pose risks to operations, uplift systems to streamline processes, enhance service delivery and improve data security.
An Australia–United States Partnership in Landsat Next
Geoscience Australia
Total Budget
$207.4M
Digital Budget
$26.7M
July 2024 — June 2029
The Australia–United States partnership in Landsat Next builds on a nearly 50-year partnership, enabling collaboration to scale up over the decades to come. The project will provide Australia with assured access to data from the Landsat Next satellites, an enhanced Alice Springs Ground Station capability, next-generation data processing, quality assurance, integrity monitoring and distribution capabilities, and provide satellite-based enhanced earth imaging products to users.
An Enduring Commonwealth Function for Radioactive Waste Management
Department of Industry, Science and Resources
Total Budget
$275.2M
Digital Budget
$25M
July 2023 — June 2028
This project represents the intention of the Commonwealth to ensure safe and secure management of Australia’s radioactive waste to protect people and the environment for generations to come. The digital project, which is currently paused, aims to set up the systems required for Australian Radioactive Waste Agency to deliver an enduring function for radioactive waste management in Australia.
Questacon Digital Futures Project
Questacon
Total Budget
$7.3M
Digital Budget
$6.3M
April 2023 — June 2027
Currently, Questacon’s software, hardware and network infrastructure do not provide a consistent, accessible customer experience. Current systems also do not meet core requirements for seamless digital transactions for users, efficient operations and secure transactions. This project is addressing these issues through targeted investment and uplift in key areas.
Single Business Service
Department of Industry, Science and Resources
Total Budget
$16.4M
Digital Budget
$16.3M
July 2023 — Ongoing - no end date
This project will maintain the existing Single Business Service (business.gov.au and contact centre) to simplify small to medium businesses’ engagement with government. Funding will support the ongoing delivery of the business contact centre and business.gov.au including security, infrastructure and data insights capability, and ensure information and tools are up to date, so the service remains useful and usable for the Australian business community.
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Reform proposals on YourGov that name this department as a delivery partner — drawn from citizen voice, government strategy, research, international examples and gap analysis.
STRATEGY SUMMARY
To assure the protection of lives and the environment through regulatory oversight of Australia’s offshore energy operations and the environment
PURPOSE
To assure the protection of lives and the environment through regulatory oversight of Australia’s offshore energy operations and the environment
Corporate Plan 2024 · p.9Strategic priorities
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Outcomes
· 1
Outcome 1: A protected offshore workforce and environment
Through regulatory oversight of Australia’s offshore energy industries, as well as through engaging, advising, and educating the regulated community.
KEY ACTIVITIES
Values
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Professionalism
Ethics
Independence
Leadership
Collegiality
Performance measures
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| Code | Measure | Target 2025-26 | Latest result | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
LTI | The industry’s lost time injury (LTI) days, major injury, and fatality rates | ≥ 3 days Corporate Plan 2024 · p.10 | Target met Annual Report 2024-25 · p.11 | Achieved |
Marine pollution | The industry has no significant marine pollution events (Level 3 National Plan) | No Level 3 events Corporate Plan 2024 · p.10 | Not achieved Annual Report 2024-25 · p.11 | Not achieved |
Inspection program | We implement our inspection program | 90% Corporate Plan 2024 · p.10 | 97% within legislated timeframes Annual Report 2024-25 · p.11 | Mostly achieved |
Assessment decisions | Assessment decisions are made in line with statutory timeframes and documented commitments | 95% Corporate Plan 2024 · p.10 | 95% Annual Report 2024-25 · p.11 | Mostly achieved |
Appropriate decommissioning plans | Appropriate decommissioning plans are in place prior to cessation of production | 80% Corporate Plan 2024 · p.10 | 80% Annual Report 2024-25 · p.11 | Mostly achieved |
Collaboration with regulators | We collaborate with domestic and international regulators to improve our regulatory practices, share information and cultivate consistency | Achieved Corporate Plan 2024 · p.10 | N/A Annual Report 2024-25 · p.11 | N/A |
Employee engagement score | Our employee engagement score in the annual APS Employee Census survey is maintained above the target | >75 Corporate Plan 2024 · p.12 | N/A Annual Report 2024-25 · p.11 | N/A |
Percentage of current employees | Percentage of current employees completing annual mandatory training | 100% Corporate Plan 2024 · p.12 | N/A Annual Report 2024-25 · p.11 | N/A |
Digital Transformation Program milestones | The Digital Transformation Program (DTP) milestones are met in accordance with the approved project plan | 90% Corporate Plan 2024 · p.12 | N/A Annual Report 2024-25 · p.11 | N/A |
Stakeholder rating | The majority of stakeholders rate the agency highly for having effective engagement and education initiatives | >75% Corporate Plan 2024 · p.13 | N/A Annual Report 2024-25 · p.11 | N/A |
Stakeholder information rating | The majority of stakeholders rate the agency highly for regularly providing the right information to provide clarity, in an accessible format | >75% Corporate Plan 2024 · p.13 | N/A Annual Report 2024-25 · p.11 | N/A |
Stakeholder perception | The majority of stakeholders rate the agency highly for having effective engagement and education initiatives | >75% Corporate Plan 2024 · p.13 | N/A Annual Report 2024-25 · p.11 | N/A |
Stakeholder safety and environmental management | The majority of stakeholders rate the agency highly for regularly providing the right information to provide clarity, in an accessible format | >75% Corporate Plan 2024 · p.13 | N/A Annual Report 2024-25 · p.11 | N/A |
Employee engagement | Our employee engagement score in the annual APS Employee Census survey is maintained above the target | >75 Corporate Plan 2024 · p.12 | N/A Annual Report 2024-25 · p.11 | N/A |
Scheduled audits and reviews | Our activities are subject to regular internal and external audits and reviews | 85% Corporate Plan 2024 · p.12 | N/A Annual Report 2024-25 · p.11 | N/A |
Digital Transformation Program | The Digital Transformation Program (DTP) milestones are met in accordance with the approved project plan | 90% Corporate Plan 2024 · p.12 | N/A Annual Report 2024-25 · p.11 | N/A |
Stakeholder relationship | The majority of stakeholders rate the agency highly for having effective engagement and education initiatives | >75% Corporate Plan 2024 · p.13 | N/A Annual Report 2024-25 · p.11 | N/A |
Regulatory framework promotion | The majority of stakeholders rate the agency highly for regularly providing the right information to provide clarity, in an accessible format | >75% Corporate Plan 2024 · p.13 | N/A Annual Report 2024-25 · p.11 | N/A |
Regulatory stakeholder engagement | Our employee engagement score in the annual APS Employee Census survey is maintained above the target | >75 Corporate Plan 2024 · p.13 | N/A Annual Report 2024-25 · p.11 | N/A |
Risk-based regulatory actions | Utilise data and regulatory intelligence to guide regulatory actions and application of effort | N/A Corporate Plan 2024 · p.13 | N/A Annual Report 2024-25 · p.11 | N/A |
Collaboration and engagement | Proactively engage with our stakeholders and collaborate to drive positive safety, infrastructure integrity and environmental management outcomes | N/A Corporate Plan 2024 · p.13 | N/A Annual Report 2024-25 · p.11 | N/A |
Source documents
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2024-25
NOPSEMA Annual Report 2024-2025
Open
2023-24
NOPSEMA Annual Report 2023-2024
Open
2022-23
NOPSEMA Annual Report 2022-2023
Open
2021-22
NOPSEMA Annual Report 2021-2022
Open
2020-21
NOPSEMA Annual Report 2020-2021
Open
2024
NOPSEMA Corporate Plan 2024-29
Open
2021
NOPSEMA Corporate Plan 2021-26
Open
2020
NOPSEMA Corporate Plan 2025-30
Open
2020
NOPSEMA’s Compliance Strategy
Open
2020
Compliance Strategy 2023
Open
2021
Compliance Strategy feedback summary
Open
2021
Report - Regulatory Performance Framework GCAC external review 2019
Open
2021
Report - Regulatory Performance Framework external review 2020
Open
Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)
Open
2020
decommissioning compliance strategy
Open
Research Strategy
Open
Ideas distilled from this entity's strategy & evidence
· 8
Streamline Inspection Process
Reduce the time spent on inspections by implementing a more efficient digital checklist system.
2024-25.pdf
External Audit Review
Engage an external firm to conduct a comprehensive review of NOPSEMA’s regulatory processes.
2024-25.pdf
Real-Time Monitoring
Implement real-time monitoring systems to track environmental impacts and safety incidents.
2024-25.pdf
Adopt International Best Practices
Adopt international best practices for offshore safety and environmental management.
2024-25.pdf
Employee Engagement Program
Launch an employee engagement program to improve staff morale and productivity.
2025-30.pdf
Training Efficiency
Streamline the annual mandatory training program to reduce time spent on training.
2025-30.pdf
Standardized Decommissioning Checklist
Create a standardized decommissioning checklist to ensure all necessary steps are followed.
2024-25.pdf
Enhanced Digital Transformation
Enhance the Digital Transformation Program to integrate advanced data analytics.
2025-30.pdf
Streamline Inspection Process
Reduce the time spent on inspections by implementing a more efficient digital checklist system.
2024-25.pdf
External Audit Review
Engage an external firm to conduct a comprehensive review of NOPSEMA’s regulatory processes.
2024-25.pdf
Real-Time Monitoring
Implement real-time monitoring systems to track environmental impacts and safety incidents.
2024-25.pdf
Adopt International Best Practices
Adopt international best practices for offshore safety and environmental management.
2024-25.pdf
Employee Engagement Program
Launch an employee engagement program to improve staff morale and productivity.
2025-30.pdf
Training Efficiency
Streamline the annual mandatory training program to reduce time spent on training.
2025-30.pdf
Standardized Decommissioning Checklist
Create a standardized decommissioning checklist to ensure all necessary steps are followed.
2024-25.pdf
Enhanced Digital Transformation
Enhance the Digital Transformation Program to integrate advanced data analytics.
2025-30.pdf
Legislation administered
· 4
1999
Offshore Petroleum and Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 1999
NOPSEMA administers this Act to regulate offshore petroleum and greenhouse gas storage activities in Commonwealth waters.
2021
Offshore Electricity Infrastructure Act 2021
NOPSEMA administers this Act as the Offshore Infrastructure Regulator (OIR) to oversee offshore renewables.
2003
Offshore Petroleum (Regulatory Levies) Act 2003
NOPSEMA administers this Act to collect regulatory levies for cost recovery.
1999
Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999
NOPSEMA administers environmental management authorisations under this Act.
Source library
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2024-25.pdf
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2023-24.pdf
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2022-23.pdf
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2021-22.pdf
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2020-21.pdf
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2024.pdf
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2021.pdf
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2025.pdf
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Consultation-20on-20offshore-20petroleum-20environment-20plans-20brochure.pdf
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N-03000-PL1697-20--20Investigation-20-28A493962-29.pdf
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N-06000-PL1698-20--20Advice-20and-20Promotion-20-28A493963-29.pdf
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Enforcement-20policy-28A15756-29.pdf
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