RODUM Investigating Officer

Engineering Technician – Defect Investigation C-CBRNE  

• Investigate and recommend action in the rectification of system defects, primarily as a result of RODUMs.
• This position is part of a high performing Engineering team within Babcock who services support the delivery of engineering documentation for the sustainment of the C-CBRNE fleet.

About the Role

As an Engineering Technician at Babcock, you'll play a pivotal role in supporting technical investigations and product assurance activities across our Defence programs. Reporting to the CA-26 Senior Technical Advisor, you'll be responsible for coordinating defect investigations involving suppliers, end users, and government departments such as the Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG). Your work will include reviewing and supporting the release of Technical Alert Bulletins (TABs), liaising with Defence Logistics Managers on CBRNE equipment, and assessing substitutions of technical items where form, fit, and function remain unchanged. This is a dynamic role that demands precision, collaboration, and a strong understanding of engineering and logistics processes within a defence context.

About You

You bring a solid understanding of engineering toolsets such as PLM or MRP systems, along with experience using design, simulation, and analysis software. You're an Australian citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a Commonwealth Security Clearance, and you're familiar with maintenance requirements, Logistics Support Analysis, and engineering amendment procedures. Whether you're a qualified technician with an AQF Certificate IV or a graduate engineer with a recognised degree, you're ready to contribute your expertise to a high-performing team. Ideally, you've worked within the defence industry and are eligible to obtain ADF Land Division Technical Proficiency Level 7. You're detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to delivering technical excellence in support of Australia's defence capability.

Your future at Babcock – what we offer you  

• We provide an agile work environment where you're able to work onsite and remotely, and to set you up for this we provide a laptop and working from home kit if required, in addition we offer compressed hours which can provide you even more flexibility;  
• Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;  
• We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your 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 wellbeing leave;  
• 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 in living our principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.  

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 Mission & Support Systems 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.