Project Controller – Maritime Innovation

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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 Project Controller – Maritime Innovation to join our delivery team based in Tonsley, SA.

Reporting to the Project Manager – Controls & Analytics, this role will be responsible for establishing and maintaining project financial data for Maritime Innovation Projects, including baseline budgets and monthly spend analysis.

The successful incumbent will have the opportunity to work alongside key stakeholders delivering concept projects that provide extensive advantage across Maritime to continuously improve current state, efficiencies, safety, productivity and quality.

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

Key responsibilities include:

• Understand the use of Earned Value Management within projects and easily understand and describe project variances
• Maintain and monitor all non-labour forecast and spends, including collating all Purchase Order data
• Easily understand methods of downloading data through Oracle reporting
• Liaise weekly with Maritime Innovation Project Managers to determine projects forecasts, Estimate at Completion (EAC) and Estimate to Complete (ETC).
• Prepare and assist presenting all Monthly Status Reports for all Maritime Innovation projects
• Prepare all financial aspects for the quarterly Innovation Board meetings and Finance reviews.
• Good communication and understanding within a project management environment
• Actively contribute to the identification and treatment of risk & opportunity
• Provide support to determining return on Investment within all Maritime Innovation projects
• Provide support or undertake Business Analyst aspects of all Maritime Innovation projects
• Provide concise updates on financial aspects of progress to the Project Managers as required
• Engage with the communications department to help promote/capture social media for events as applicable

About YOU

• Previous experience in a similar role or equivalent
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, with strong problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to interact effectively with stakeholders both internal and external
• Advanced experience with MS Office Suite (Excel, Powerpoint, Word, Project)
• Baseline 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.

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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.