Integration Project Manager | SA-Osborne Naval Shipyard

Job description

At BAE Systems Australia

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• GROW your career
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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 multiple Project Managers to join our Hunter Class (HCF) Business Unit. Our preferred location for these positions would be the SA-Osborne Naval Shipyard, but we are open to looking at applications from other states.

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

The Hunter Class Frigate Program Delivery Organisation (PDO) is responsible for the effective integration of program wide activities. To achieve this multiple Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) exist each responsible for a specific area of program execution and delivery. As an Integration Project Manager, you will be the focal point of project management activities and program integration between your nominated IPT and other IPTs. Integration activities will focus on identifying and anaylsing dependencies and driving best for project decisions which in turn will enable production and drive best for program initiatives.

Reporting to the Enterprise Planning & Program Integration Manager, you will ensure that PDO and IPT integration interests are represented and communicated across the Program and that  delivery/implementation is aligned with Program priorities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Day to day Project Management of IPT integration activities in conjunction with other IPT PMs and stakeholders.
• Representing the Enterprise Planning & Program Integration Manager, ensuring PDO and IPT integration interests are represented and communicated across the Program and that the delivery/implementation is aligned with Program priorities.
• Builds and fosters an extensive stakeholder network across the Program – knows who to go to and who to influence to ensure delivery is successful.
• Ensures appropriate escalation of identified program level integration issues in an effective and timely manner.
• Structures and runs effective governance from mid to executive level including crafting and driving forums, delivering key messages and ensuring effective outcomes.
• Develops detailed presentations and provides briefings at IPT & PDO Lead Team Level reviews and governance forums.
• Promotes collaboration between IPTs and the PDO.
• Conducting deep dives on major issues within their IPT to understand and articulate to the Program any dependencies, required by dates, impacts resulting from insufficient/late delivery.
• Provide input into Schedule Integration Reviews for their assigned IPT.

About YOU

• Significant relevant experience in project management.
• Ability to problem solve and work autonomously to deliver outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to articulate strategy/ purpose and link to objectives and project deliverables.
• Proven ability to negotiate with and influence internal and/ or external stakeholders in a way which generates project / program benefit whilst maintaining key relationships.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to use and adapt written and verbal communication skills to suit a variety of different audiences.
• Ability to partner with and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to obtain the necessary deliverables.
• 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 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.