Junior Project Manager | VIC-Melbourne
| Category: | Project Management, Scheduling & Estimating/Pricing |
| Position Type: | Permanent - Full Time |
| Attachments: | No File Attached |
| Application Close Date: | 15-May-2024 |
Job description
Junior Project Manager
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 Junior Project Manager to join our program based in either Melbourne or Osborne, reporting to the Project Manager - Engineering Delivery.
We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.
You will be responsible for assisting the Project Manager (PM) in ensuring the cost, schedule, and technical goals of the Hunter Class Frigate Program are met according to contractual and company requirements.
Working across all aspects of handling the planning and delivery of small and large project components, whilst managing associated risks and opportunities and maintaining the execution of the project within agreed parameters.
Working closely with the Project Manager, the Junior Project Manager plays a pivotal role in the successful implementation of the program's objectives.
Key responsibilities include:
- Work across key project components such as change management, stakeholder observations, engineering queries and impact assessments as you assist the PM in the delivery of Key Performance Indicators
- Support Engineering Managers by aiding in the development of project plans, schedules, and budgets utilizing scheduling tools and Earned Value Management principles
- Assist the PM in managing project teams, including assigning tasks, setting performance targets and providing feedback
- Support the PM in identifying and mitigating risks that have the potential to interfere with the quality of the project, through the use of risk management tools and principles
- Ensure the quality of the project meets customer requirements and company standards, through the use of relevant tools
About YOU
- Experience working in a project management, project controls or business analyst role
- Earned Value Management and/or Budgeting experience
- Ability to engage in collaborative work alongside clients and cross functional project teams, and build strong customer relationships.
- Outstanding skill across areas of communication, organisation, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- 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.
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.
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.