Technical Publications Manager

At BAE Systems Australia
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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 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 Technical Publications Manager to join our Hunter Class Frigate program. This position can be offered in Melbourne, Vic or Adelaide, SA
You will be responsible for driving innovative technical publication solutions in the Hunter Class Frigate Program and will lead a team of Tech Pub Authors, Illustrators and Multi-Media experts.

**Key responsibilities include**:

- Manage the Technical Publications team to develop and deliver program specific deliverables based upon the program requirements.
- Lead and contribute towards writing Technical, Operational and Maintenance Manuals for the frigates
- Working collaboratively with maintenance analysts, engineering, illustrators and other key contributors to deliver a high quality publication.
- Review, proof read and edit the publications to ensure the consistency of a high quality product.
- Be responsible multi-media and product innovation
- Manage cost & schedule, and allocation of workload across the team
- Collaborate with Engineers Managers and stakeholders across the program to develop capability and domain expertise
- Make recommendations for improvement of processes and procedures with respect to publications development and ILS.
- Identify skill set requirement and resource recruitment

About YOU
- Demonstrated experience delivering large and complex technical projects and leading teams of technical authors, Illustrators, Librarians, multi-media experts etc.
- Experience in writing policies and procedures, data management, technical writing & illustration services
- Demonstrated understanding of S1000D
- Experience of working within a team environment on a complex multidisciplinary project
- Exceptional ability to use good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to perform allocated tasks under pressure/time constraints.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and confidence dealing with all levels of Management and personnel.
- Exposure to and knowledge of structured authoring tools
- A background in the defence sector is desirable

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.

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 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.