Welding Supervisor | 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 exciting opportunity for a Welding Supervisor to join our Hunter Class Frigate Program based at SA-Osborne Naval Shipyard, reporting to the Structural Trade Manager.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight.

As the Welding Supervisor you will supervise Welding activities in the allocated workshop and ensure the Integrated Work Team schedule and trade performance norms by product requirements are being met. You will work with the Welding Engineering team and Dimension Control (DC) to manufacture the Hunter Class Frigate ship in line with the welding and DC strategies.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervise Welding tradespeople and welding operators to ensure performance, Quality and Technical standards are maintained across the group
• Follow welding plans, manuals, drawings, sketches, matrixes, control processes and non-destructive testing plans for assigned activities
• Ensure compliance with welding procedures which guide production and welding personnel to ensure compliance with engineering design, stress analysis and equipment specifications
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis of defective welds, review records and reports, develop weld repair strategies and engage with the Welding Technical Authority for the approval
• Manage and maintain work orders in accordance with company requirements and procedures
• Ensure compliance with the Safety Health and Environment (SHE) Management System, mitigating risks and improving overall SHE performance

About YOU

• Qualified through International Institute of Welding as an International Welding Specialist (IWS) or hold welding supervisor's certification to either AS 1796 or AS 2214
• Qualified through International Institute of Welding as an International Welding inspector (IWI-B or IWI-S) or hold welding inspection certification to another regulatory body (eg CSWIP)
• Experience in the supervision of large complex engineering and construction products related to materials, fabrication, welding, and inspection and testing
• Demonstrated good communication skills with ability to interact effectively with colleagues within and outside the immediate team
• A strong commitment to safe work practices
• Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic In Arms (ITAR) regulations
• Experience in the use of automated, mechanised, orbital and robotic welding equipment would 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.

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.