Electrical Trade Trainer | 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 a new opportunity for an Electrical Trade Trainer to join our Maritime Australia business on the Hunter Class Frigate Program based at Osborne, Adelaide.  Reporting to the Electrical Trade Manager, you will be part of an inclusive and supportive team, 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.

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:

• Contribute to the electrical trade training activities, support developing a qualified and experienced electrical trade workforce, meeting current and future program objectives
• Develop, deliver electrical trade training and workplace inductions, using contemporary learning and assessment strategies, while adapting to different learning styles
• Guide, develop and mentor the electrical trade workforce in best practice within a shipbuilding environment
• Develop and maintain good relationships with internal stakeholders, external stakeholders and industry partners
• Assess and monitor learner progress and performance in line with business requirements and electrical trade frameworks/standards
• Provide reporting on the evaluation of learner performance, and provide ongoing validation of training programs
• Provide information and advice on electrical trade training and assessment services
• Apprentice management and development

About YOU

• Extensive electrical trade experience and an electrical trade qualification
• Whilst not essential, previous shipbuilding experience will be highly regarded
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and support technical workforce learners and collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders
• Self-starter, a continuous improvement mindset, and a solutions focused approach
• Whilst not essential, technical trainer/instructor experience or a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116 or equivalent), will be highly regarded
• A commitment to undertake and obtain a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment

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.