Electrical Tradesperson

Job description

Roles commencing in 2025

Electrician Hunter Class Frigate Program 

Permanent Long Term Career Opportunity on Major Naval Defence Program 

9 Day Fortnight 

At BAE Systems Australia

• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• ENJOY what you do
• GROW your career

Do you want to work in the most advanced shipyard in the world building the most complex Anti-Submarine Warfare Frigate? If so, we have opportunities for Electricians within the Production Team based in Osborne, SA

Key responsibilities include:

• Execute tasks defined as being electrical functions within Production to ensure delivery in line with the Manufacturing Plan
• Carry out tasks both on-board the Naval Vessel and also within a workshop environment
• Undertake tasks as described within Electrical Job Cards and complete associated documentation to capture job progress
• Ensure time keeping accuracy by booking to correct Job Cards
• Interpret and utilize electrical technical drawings
• Comply with required Quality and Technical directions contained within Job Card Work scopes and Process Instructions
• Ensure that all equipment and areas used are maintained in a safe and organised manner
• Understand and abide by Safety Policies and associated documentation such as Take 5,  Standard Operating Procedures and Risk Assessments and help to create a safe working environment for all employees
• Work on tasks as part of a workgroup and also individually
• Work with Apprentices and oversee their skills and development as appropriate
• Interaction with other Trade Groups and Business Functions to enable delivery of the Program
• Undertake training as deemed appropriate for the role

About you: 

• Trade certificate III Electro technology Electrician
• Hold and maintain an Australian Electrical Licence and any appropriate licencing for the equipment used and tasks performed within the shipyard
• Demonstrated experience as an electrical tradesperson
• Must be eligible to apply for Australian Defence Security Clearance

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

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidate 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.

As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

Clearances

As a Defence security clearance 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.