Production Support Officer

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 Production Support Officer to join our JORN line of business based at Laverton-WA, reporting to the Site Lead.

You will be responsible for assisting in the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of workplace health and safety activities and initiatives. You will support compliance with WHS legislation and BAE Safety processes, ensuring that safety procedures are consistently applied across all activities.

You will promote a culture of safety aligned with BAE's Life Saving Rules and organisational values and behaviours. You will provide safety support to the site and may be required to travel for short-term assignments to other manned sites or to support upgrade and maintenance work at remote Sounder & Transponder (S&T) sites across northern Australia.

You will contribute to the evaluation of safety risks, assist with incident reporting and investigations, and support the implementation of corrective actions. You will also provide guidance and advice to teams to ensure all safety-related processes and procedures are effectively followed.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide guidance, coordination, and oversight of personnel and contractors for high-risk or critical production activities, including the review of SWMS, JHA/JSEA, and safety documentation.
• Deliver and manage site inductions for employees, contractors, and visitors, maintaining accurate induction records and approvals.
• Support the Technical Services function, including training delivery (first aid, driver, safety), equipment compliance, and statutory register management.
• Coordinate pre-work checks, site chemical requirements, PPE, and contractor qualifications to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Conduct and support workplace safety activities, including safety audits, hazard identification, incident reporting, Bowtie health checks, and safety walk-arounds.
• Assist in emergency preparedness planning, safety drills, and SHE incident/hazard investigations, supporting corrective actions and continuous improvement.
• Maintain and update site safety documentation, risk assessments, hazard registers, and maintenance records within the BAE MMS.
• Represent the safety function at meetings, support visible safety leadership activities, and promote a culture of safety aligned with BAE Life Saving Rules and organisational values.

About YOU

• Certificate 4 in Work, Health and Safety.
• Experience supporting workplace health, safety, and environmental (SHE) activities, ideally in remote operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and safety management systems.
• Knowledge of Fire Warden responsibilities and Defence Fuel Installation permit requirements.
• Strong interpersonal skills and able to work collaboratively.
• Excellent administrative skills, including data management, reporting, and spreadsheet proficiency.

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.

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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.