Quality Assurance Practitioner/Engineer | SA-Osborne Naval Shipyard

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 opportunity for a Quality Assurance Practitioner/Engineer to join our Maritime Australia business on the Hunter Class Frigate Program based at Osborne, Adelaide. You will be part of an inclusive and supportive team, reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, and will be employed on a permanent full time basis.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, including working a 9-day fortnight and a hybrid working environment.

BAE Systems Maritime Australia (formerly known as ASC Shipbuilding), has been contracted to design and deliver the world's most advanced anti-submarine warfare frigates to the Royal Australian Navy. The Hunter Class Frigate Program (HCFP) will create and sustain more than 5,000 jobs across BAE Systems and the wider Australian Defence supply chain over the life of the program.

Key responsibilities include:

• Perform a range of quality assurance activities, ensuring quality practices are being effectively deployed
• Conduct quality internal process audits and health checks and provide support with corrective and preventative actions
• Provide coaching, advice and support to stakeholders on quality assurance related matters and processes
• Contribute and demonstrate an understanding to the quality policies, strategies, objectives and processes in your day-to-day work
• Collaborate effectively and build good relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders, maintaining a positive culture
• Support and implement continuous improvement and quality assurance improvement activities
• Contribute to the management and effectiveness of the Business Management System
• Conduct Quality Investigations

About YOU

• Quality Assurance experience – Individuals with experience in shipbuilding, engineering or in a relevant field, will also be considered
• An understanding of Quality, Safety, Environmental & Asset Management Standards (9001, 45001, 14001, 55001) and practices
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, the ability to develop reports and documents
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build good relationships with a range of stakeholders
• Whilst not essential, a Lead Auditor qualification or a relevant technical qualification, or Maritime industry experience, will be highly regarded

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.

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.