Technology Manager

Location:
Abbotsford, VIC, AU, 3067

Onsite or Hybrid: OnSite

• Work in a modern, purpose-built engineering and tech hub.
• Enjoy flexible work options that fit your lifestyle.
• Work with purpose in a mission-led organisation.

About the Role

Join Babcock Australasia at the forefront of engineering innovation as our new Technology Manager. Based in our dynamic Engineering and Technology hub in Abbotsford, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our technical capabilities across Defence and commercial sectors.

In this role, you'll lead the development of technology strategies and business cases, manage high-impact projects, and collaborate with research organisations, SMEs, universities, and our global technology team. Your work will help protect our business from disruptive technologies, enhance our current offerings, and unlock new market opportunities.

You'll be responsible for applying engineering processes and tools to deliver complex technical outcomes, while also contributing to product safety, risk management, and compliance. As a key technical leader, you'll guide investigations, present insights to stakeholders, and support the growth of our engineering talent.

This is a unique opportunity to drive innovation, influence strategic direction, and help build sustainable solutions that benefit our organisation, our customers, and the wider community.

Ready to shape the future of technology at Babcock? We'd love to hear from you.

To be successful, you will bring:

• Australian Citizenship with a Defence security clearance (or the ability to obtain one).
• Hold an accredited (under the Washington Accord) Bachelors degree in Engineering.
• Member of a relevant engineering body with chartered status.
• Relevant experience in relatable technical/engineering role.
• Experience in leading a Technology Portfolio.
• Experience working collaboratively with Universities, DST or other research establishments.
• Experience working with the UK or in an International team.

What we offer you

• Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;
• We offer flexible working arrangements where possible to help employees find the right balance between work and home life;.

• career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave;

• You'll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;

• Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus you can access two days annually from your personal leave as wellbeing days;
• You'll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day.

Who we are

Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.

Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,600 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.

Some of the programs our team across Australia and New Zealand are proud to be a part of involve:

• Providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through our Aviation & Critical Services business;
• Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships through our Marine business;
• Providing fleet wide through life support and asset management services for Navy customers;
• Managing critical assets for a range of sectors through our Land Business.

So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the 'Apply Now' button below.

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We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain Defence Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work.

This position requires working with, or exposure to, US and AU export controlled technology; compliance with the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the AU Defence Trade Controls Act 2012 will be assessed.

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