Project Risk Officer

Job description

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 Project Risk Officer to join our Maritime Sustainment delivery team based at the Osborne Naval Shipyard, SA.

Reporting to the Risk & Issues Manager, the Project Risk Officer will provide support to the program risk and opportunity (R&O) management process.

This position provides support in:

• Assisting the Program Risk Manager to deliver overall Program Risk & Opportunity objectives
• Delivery of accurate and timely R&O reporting requirements
• Maintaining the currency of information in the R&O toolset
• Providing R&O toolset access and training

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

Key responsibilities include:

• Support the Risk & Issues Manager in conducting risk reviews, including:
• Preparation of risk review agendas
• Recording risk review minutes and actions arising
• Ensure updates captured in risk toolset in a timely manner
• Follow up of actions arising
• Work with the Risk & Issues Manager to deliver monthly Risk & Opportunity Program reporting
• Assist with preparation of Risk & Opportunity artefacts
• Provide support to periodic Schedule Risk Analysis modelling
• Manage requests for risk software access and facilitate toolset training for new users
• Provide advice and respond to Risk & Opportunity queries from IPTs

About YOU

• Previous experience in a similar role or Project Management
• Capability to identify and solve problems, think critically and innovate
• Proven ability to partner with individuals / teams across a number of business areas, to shape and implement business requirements.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Current NV1 Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes.  If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

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.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families.  We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit:

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.