Site Maintenance Technician | 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 Site Maintenance Technician to join our Hunter Class Frigate Program based at Osborne, SA, reporting to the Facilities Manager.

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

You will be responsible for maintaining Shipyard facilities to meet legislative and project requirements, providing technical support for crane compliance across the Shipyard and external warehouses, and exercising sound judgment in repair and support activities to minimize project impact. You will apply in-depth knowledge of shipbuilding cranes including overhead, gantry and jib, as well as fleet equipment such as forklifts, EWPs, mobile cranes and pallet lifters, while engaging with OEMs to monitor and ensure compliance of all lifting equipment. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Liaise with the Crane OEM to ensure compliance and legislation.
• Plan and Schedule Crane servicing dates suitable for both production and OEM.
• Ensure corrective maintenance is quoted and completed on time to comply with safety standards.
• Provide expert technical (Hands on) services to projects.
• Troubleshooting production problems.
• Assist in the preparation of in-house training.
• Ensure maintenance is being performed in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and records are kept up to date.
• Re-Commissioning of the plant after shutdown/maintenance.
• Provide Input into SOP development and Risk Assessments for the Equipment.
• Ensure consumables and recommended spares are on hand or a process has been established to enable timely procurement.

About YOU

• Cert IV trade qualification in Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical, or equivalent.
• Strong experience in maintaining, installing, and troubleshooting systems, including computerised maintenance systems and crane or fleet equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics, with experience in mechanical/electrical roles in manufacturing or similar environments.
• Skilled in managing and maintaining facilities and equipment in complex precision production environments, including implementing preventative and routine maintenance.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills, coordinating with technicians, engineering, maintenance, and management teams.
• Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain.
• 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 Benchmarcx ‘Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026'.  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.