Senior Compartment Completion Coordinator

At BAE Systems Australia

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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 groundbreaking 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 Senior Compartment Completion Coordinator to join our Hunter Class Frigate Program based at SA-Osborne Naval Shipyard, reporting to the Compartment Completion Manager.

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

The Senior Compartment Completion Coordinator will play a crucial role in the progressive completion and delivery of the Hunter Class Frigate Program to our customer.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conduct and facilitate comprehensive compartment and tank inspections, documenting identified issues and analysing emerging trends.
• Organize inspection activities with multiple key stakeholders, fostering strong relationships with customer representatives.
• Maintain comprehensive records of compartment completion progress, ensuring all inspections and documentation are accurate and up to date.
• Support the Compartment Completion Manager in maintaining the Compartment Completion schedule and developing the team through knowledge transfer.
• Assist Area Managers in managing and deconflicting activities in accordance with the Ship Plan of Day (SPOD).
• Work with Testing & Commissioning (T&C) to ensure compartment readiness prior to the commencement of testing activities and achievement of key milestone events.
• Engage with multiple internal stakeholders to ensure Operations are collecting relevant Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) required for acceptance and in-life service registers.
• Support the development and refinement of the Compartment Completion process to ensure success at the Ship Acceptance stage.
• Contribute to the development and reporting capabilities of the Completions tool.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and share lessons learned to enable Ship-on-Ship learning across the business.
• Ensure effective communication is maintained with Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) Advisors.
• Support the management of safety, quality, trade resourcing, risk, and opportunities within the Compartment Completion scope.
• Assist with the labelling of ship systems, equipment, and compartments.

About YOU

• Degree or Trade qualification with experience relevant to Shipbuilding
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in inspection in relevant Shipbuilding disciplines
• Confined Space certificate or the ability to obtain
• Proactive and detail orientated
• Self-sufficient, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specification requirements.
• Strong background in conducting inspection with Inspection qualification highly desirable
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal to communicate effectively across multiple levels of the business
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office and ability to learn relevant software packages used on HCF
• Ability to balance conflicting priorities to deliver against customer and business requirements, with appropriate stakeholder management
• Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic In Arms (ITAR) regulations

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.

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.

International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information.