Fire Warden

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We work in a thriving sector - one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the worlds most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.
Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the OPPORTUNITY
We currently have a newly created opportunity for a Fire Warden to join our team based at the Naval Shipyard, Osborne, SA. In this role you will lead and coordinate the Emergency Response Group (ERG) in any incidents within the Shipyard. The role is also responsible for the atmospheric testing and issue and control of work permits across the whole shipyard.

**Responsibilities**:
**Key responsibilities include**:

- Top of Form
- Co-ordinate and issue of Permits such as Hot work, Radiography, Painting/Chemicals, Tank entry / Confined Space, Pressure Vessels and any others within the shipyard site and Production shipbuilding environment, in liaison with the Ship Safety Superintendent.
- Day to day ERG response for any incidents: Respond to any alarms and emergency issues, liaise with MFS and SAPOL as required. Day to day operation of the ERG team, qualification, Training and equipment maintenance.
- Coordination of ERG Team members: Day and afternoon shift scheduling of Team member rosters as required to support ship construction activities.
- Act as the first point of contact in an event of a Shipyard Incident or emergency within the shipyard.
- Take reasonable care to protect own and others health and safety and comply with all SHE policies and procedures.
- Development of ERG rescue procedures, and review of equipment required.

About YOU
- Australian citizen and eligible to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance (Essential).
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Self
- contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) experience.
- Senior First Aider or Higher, including Advanced Resuscitation.
- Experience of MFS, CFS, SES or military would be an advantage.
- Familiar with Confined Space Management.
- Intermediate MS Office skills, especially in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

About US
You will joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.
Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.
As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.
We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.
As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant

Clearances
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances.
Further information regarding security clearances.