Engineering Technician

About you

You are technically capable and curious professional who is ready to grow within a complex and strategically critical Defence program. You bring a sound foundation in engineering, with a particular interest in sustainment and supportability, and are eager to develop deeper expertise in submarine platform technology and quality management practised. Your ability to engage with technical data, follow procedures, and support the application of engineering standards allows you to contribute meaningfully from day one. You have experience with or exposure to engineering systems such as PLM or MRP tools, as well as design or analysis software, and you are comfortable working within structured, compliance-driven environments. You are collaborative and adaptable, ready to support colleagues across the business, and motivated by the opportunity to be part of a team shaping the future of Australia’s’ submarine sustainment capability.

About the role

As an Engineering Technician (Supportability- Supplier Assurance), at Babcock, you will play a vital role in supporting the capability uplift of potential supply chain partners for submarine platform sustainment services. Guided by experience professional, you will apply your technical knowledge to help asses and enhance supplier capability with the ultimate aim of qualification for submarine sustainment tasks. You will be actively involved in interpreting technical requirements for supply chain services and contributing to engineering tasks and projects that support the delivery of effective, sustainable solutions. In this role you will assist in identifying and investigating supply chain capability and risks, conducting technical risk assessments, and ensuring that relevant procedures, codes and standards are accurately applied. You will support engineering activities by applying knowledge of submarine sustainment operations, quality management systems, and supplier engagement principles. A key part of your work will also include using engineering toolsets such as PLM or MRP systems and software for design, simulation and analysis. Working within the H&B Defence team, you will not only contribute to programs technical success but also continue to build your own experience and understanding within a specialised Defence environment.

To be successful in this position you will bring;

• This role is open to both mid and senior levels, along with both engineering technicians and engineers
• Australian Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Commonwealth Defence security clearance as defined by AGSVA guidelines
• High level of interpersonal communications skills
• Significant exposure to a relevant defence industry engineering function
• Tertiary qualifications in relevant discipline

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 1,500 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.   

To learn more about us visit www.babcock.com.au   

Job req #65382

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 an appropriate level of Commonwealth Personnel 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.   

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