Maritime Engineering

Department:
Defence & Security

Description

BMT is a leading global consultancy in
design, engineering, science, and risk management
in the maritime sector, known for excellence and innovation.

With
1,300+ experts across the UK, Europe, Asia, Australia, and the Americas
, we help clients make informed decisions by delivering practical solutions, with the environment and sustainability at their core. As an
employee-owned company
, we reinvest profits into technology, strategic growth, and profit sharing, driving a safer, more efficient future.

BMT's Defence and Security team is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from highly skilled and experienced defence
Maritime Engineering and Engineering Management
professionals to join our team in
Perth
and support our Maritime Sustainment programs in 2025 and 2026. Your work at BMT will have a direct impact on national defence and security. You will be an essential part of the intricate system that safeguards our country and ensures the safety of our maritime assets.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will deliver innovative, safe, and sustainable solutions for maritime sustainment. Supporting our programs in various engineering disciplines, including but not limited to:

• Maritime Engineering Management: Engineering Managers are the technical authority for our programs. Responsible for ensuring engineering governance, safety, certification, and technical assurance of sustainment activities across the specified project fleet.
• Maritime Engineers: Do you have expertise in naval architecture, ship systems integration, or marine engineering? Experience in vessel design, performance analysis, or structural engineering will make you stand out.
• Electrical Engineers: Are you proficient in electrical systems design, power distribution, or control systems? Knowledge of marine electrical systems, including navigation, communication, and propulsion, will be highly regarded.
• Mechanical Engineers: Are you well-versed in mechanical systems, such as engines, pumps, and HVAC? Experience in marine mechanical systems or structural analysis will be highly valued.
• Systems Engineers: Do you have a comprehensive understanding of complex systems engineering processes and methodologies? Proficiency in requirements analysis, system integration, and verification/validation is a must.
• Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) Specialists: Are you an expert in ILS principles, including reliability-centered maintenance, supply chain management, and life cycle support? Experience in defense or maritime industry ILS practices will be highly desirable.

About You

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Proven experience as a defence engineering professional, ideally within the maritime sector.
• A strong background in one of the engineering disciplines listed above.
• The ability to contribute to delivering innovative, safe, and sustainable solutions.
• The ability to hold and maintain an active Australian Baseline Defence Security Clearance or above.

Why Work with Us?

At BMT, we value flexibility, career growth, and an inclusive culture where diverse perspectives thrive.

• We offer remote, hybrid, and part-time work options, with offices across Australia. We're proudly 'flexified' with Flexa
• Our industry competitive benefits include a competitive salary offering, performance bonuses, and companywide bonuses as part of being an employee benefits trust
• Defence Reserve Leave enabling defence reservist employees to undertake ADF obligations without financial disadvantage.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• We invest in learning and development to help you grow.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at our core. We foster a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported, promoting innovation, collaboration, and respect.

Our values—
Trust, Innovation, Passion, Respect, and Collaboration
—define who we are and how we work.

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