Safety Engineer | VIC-Melbourne Central Office
| Category: | Engineering |
| Position Type: | Permanent - Full Time |
| Attachments: | No File Attached |
| Application Close Date: | 29-Nov-2024 |
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 a great opportunity for a Safety Engineer to join our Jindalee Operational Radar Network (JORN) Sustainment program based at either Edinburgh, Adelaide or Melbourne CBD locations. Reporting to the Product Safety Manager, you will be part of an inclusive and supportive team, and will join our growing business in an exciting time on a permanent and full time basis. A part time arrangement will also be considered.
We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, including working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.
The JORN has been a part of our nation's defence landscape for many decades and comprises three Over-The-Horizon-Radar (OTHR) systems to provide surveillance coverage of our northern border. BAE Systems has been awarded the contract to manage the sustainment and upgrade of this 100 percent Australian solution that is strategically important to Australia's security.
Key responsibilities include:
- Undertake safety engineering (Safety In Design/System Safety/Product Safety) activities including the management of hazards: identification, assessment and mitigation of hazards
- Act as point of contact and provide technical advice on safety engineering activities and safety engineering methodologies performed
- Develop and update safety engineering artefacts including system safety program plans, hazard analysis reports, hazard logs and safety case reports to ensure risks are reduced
- Collaborate effectively with customers, subcontractors and internal stakeholders, maintaining a positive culture within the JORN program
- Support the delivery of safety engineering solutions and provide recommendations for using safety engineering methodology
- Participate in the identification, preparation and review of problem reports, variances (waivers and deviations) and engineering changes to assess potential safety impacts
- Seek and share good practice and knowledge to continuously improve safety engineering practices
About YOU
- Safety engineering experience or engineering/production experience with knowledge of safety engineering
- Knowledge of the engineering systems development lifecycle, and an understanding/awareness of safety engineering standards
- Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to develop effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders
- Good problem solving skills and the ability to produce effective technical reports
- Whilst not essential, a relevant engineering degree or a trade qualification, 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.
