Senior Safety Engineer

4 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia KBR Full time
The Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Safety Engineer to join our Land Systems Division in Melbourne, supporting the Armoured Fighting Vehicle Branch. This is a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in systems safety engineering to some of the most advanced and strategically important platforms in the Australian Army.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will play a key role in the safety management of complex land systems, including platforms such as Boxer Combat Reconnaissance Vehicles, Abrams M1A2 Main Battle Tanks, and other protected mobility and manoeuvre systems.

All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active NV1 Defence Security Clearance. Only candidates holding a NV1 Clearance or above should apply.

Responsibilities
  • Development and maintenance of Safety Case Reports, Hazard Logs, and Safety Assessments in accordance with Defence standards.
  • Conducting hazard identification, hazard analysis (PHA, FHA, SHA, SSHA, O&SHA), and risk assessments to ensure compliance with MIL-STD-882, DEF(AUST) 5679, and applicable Defence safety frameworks.
  • Supporting system certification, verification, validation, and assurance activities for land combat and armoured vehicle programs.
  • Providing safety input into design reviews, engineering change proposals, and configuration management processes.
  • Preparing Safety Program Plans and Engineering Safety Reports to support decision-making and certification.
  • Engaging with Defence stakeholders, OEMs, subcontractors, and other MSPs to ensure safety objectives are integrated across the platform lifecycle.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, or related).
  • Significant experience in systems safety engineering within Defence, aerospace, automotive, or other regulated industries.
  • Knowledge of Safety Case development, hazard analysis techniques, and risk management frameworks.
  • Familiarity with ASDEFCON contracts and Defence Authorised Engineering Organisation (AEO) requirements.
  • Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status (or working towards) will be highly regarded.
  • NV1 AGSVA Security Clearance (mandatory).
What we will offer you
  • A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
  • Flexible working
  • Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
  • Paid parental leave
  • Income protection
  • Corporate rewards
  • Salary packaging/Novated leasing
  • Employee stock purchase plans
  • Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance
  • Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways

If you're ready to shape tomorrow, let's get started. Apply Now

As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.

Notice to Third Parties/Recruitment Agencies

KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes, or any liability associated with fees or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties who have not been engaged directly on this job opportunity. Candidates interested in applying are welcome to submit their application online.

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