Project Manager - Detail Design | SA-Osborne Naval Shipyard
| Category: | Project management |
| Position Type: | Permanent - Full Time |
| Attachments: | No File Attached |
| Application Close Date: | 10-Apr-2026 |
Job description
At BAE Systems Australia
- Do interesting work that MATTERS
- ENJOY what you do
- GROW your career
- Be YOU
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 ground breaking 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 Project Manager – Detail Design to join our Hunter Class Frigate Delivery team based at the Osborne Naval Shipyard, South Australia.
As the Project Manager – Detail Design, you'll be working alongside a team of experts providing essential project management support that enables the Program to meet its technical, cost, and schedule goals. Being part of a team that ensures that we're always on track to deliver exceptional results.
As you build your knowledge and expertise around Ship Building and our amazing equipment, you'll have the opportunity to run small to medium-sized projects, putting your skills to the test and making a real impact on our operations.
We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.
Key responsibilities include:
- Support the Project Manager with planning, monitoring, control, and delivery of straightforward to complex projects.
- Define project goals and objectives, develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and schedules.
- Identify project risks and resource requirements to develop risk mitigation plans.
- Generate timely and accurate reporting to communicate status, milestones, and risks to stakeholders and senior leadership.
- Support change management and transition activities to ensure successful adoption of project outcomes.
- Partner with program stakeholders across various levels of the enterprise, working independently and as part of a team.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives by reducing duplication and decreasing manual effort and resolve issues in a timely manner.
About YOU
- Tertiary qualifications in Project Management or Engineering (Desirable)
- Demonstrated experience in a project or business management role, supporting projects from straightforward to complex
- Proven ability to identify project risks and support the development of mitigation plans
- Demonstrated stakeholder engagement and management skills
- Experience in contract administration, development, or management
- Experience co-ordinating cross-functional teams
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
- Current NV1 Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain in addition to 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.
BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.
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.
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 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.
