
Subcontracts Officer
1 week ago
At BAE Systems Australia
- Do interesting work that MATTERS
- ENJOY what you do
- GROW your career
- Be YOU
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 world's 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 have an exciting opportunity for a Subcontracts Officer to join our broader Maritime Sustainment team based at Osborne, South Australia, reporting to the Subcontracts Manager.
We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.
Working across all aspects of contract management and administration of major subcontracts, continuous improvement of systems, tools and processes which enable an efficient and effective platform subcontract function whilst implementing internal controls to ensure the compliance of legislation and governance requirements.
In addition, you will get an opportunity to manage high value, high risk complex contracts for our platform area supporting our largest shipbuilding program
**Key responsibilities include**:
- Support the commercial management of subcontracts through effective commercial and correspondence administration including milestones, claims, notices/letters, invoices and flow down of contract amendments
- Undertake contract management activities for major subcontracts including but not limited to the preparation of scope notice, contract change proposal, variation, certificate of conformance or milestone achievement documentation
- Proactively manage the performance of suppliers to meet the contractual requirement from a schedule, cost and quality perspective
- Facilitate and maintain effective working relationship with subcontractors and lead or support commercial subcontract meetings to ensure the maintenance of the interface with the subcontractor
- Support to generate and manage lifecycle management of procurement subcontract management plans and ensure that emerging risks are identified, costed and monitored
- Implement and follow the procurement policies and processes ensuring the compliance of relevant acts, legal demands and ethical standards
About YOU
- Relevant demonstrated experience in contract administration, procurement or commercial management preferably in defence or engineering organisations
- Good commercial acumen and analytical skill with an experience or understanding of project management
- An ability to show initiative, prioritise and meet deadlines coupled with an ability to progress issues and resolve actions within a project team environment
- Strong communicator with an ability to foster lasting relationships with suppliers, project team and the supplier's key subcontractors
- Proficient user of ERP system such as Oracle, SAP or similar, Ms office package including word, excel and power point
- Whilst not essential, degree qualification in procurement/supply chain or engineering discipline with professional procurement qualification or a membership of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (MCIPS) is desirable
- Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain
About US
You will be 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.
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