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About the Opportunity – Safety Engineer
At BAE Systems Australia, we work in a thriving sector 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 groundbreaking 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.
Key Highlights
* Do interesting work that MATTERS
* ENJOY what you do
* GROW your career
* Be YOU
We have a great opportunity for a Safety Engineer to join our Hunter Class Frigate Program. This role will be reporting to the Product Safety Manager.
You will be working to meet corporate governance, legal and customer requirements from a System Safety perspective. As a safety practitioner with established experience, this role will see you operating in a small team where you will develop your system domain knowledge. You will review documentation and information provided by suppliers to ensure that all safety aspects have been covered and meet all requirements.
Responsibilities
* Coordinate system safety activities within the assigned projects, communicating activities internally and externally to provide visibility within each project of current hazards, mitigation strategies and review results.
* Prepare internal and external reports on each Project’s system safety to support project reviews and System Safety Working Groups.
* Lead the determination of safety requirements affecting material and component suppliers and vendors.
* Recommend approval or rejection of vendor or supplier safety documentation.
* Maintain each Project’s Hazard Log and supporting documentation.
* Maintain currency of knowledge in best practices in safety engineering within BAE Systems, Australia, Defence and Industry.
We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9‑day fortnight and/or hybrid working.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in engineering is desirable but not essential.
* Experience undertaking safety engineering programs based on standards such as MIL‑STD‑882.
* Demonstrated experience executing safety programs in a large organisation or program as a Safety Engineer.
* Experience creating safety cases and hazard logs.
* The ability to demonstrate initiative and be self‑motivated.
* Excellent communication skills, as you will be liaising both verbally and in writing to various stakeholder groups.
* Background and experience in a Defence or Maritime setting will be advantageous but not mandatory.
* A current NV1 Clearance or eligibility to obtain.
* Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic in Arms (ITAR) regulations.
We believe in hiring for potential. 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 foster a culture of inclusivity and belonging, allowing everyone to bring their unique talents and be their best.
As Australia’s largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected to a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you, whether that is a traditional path or a unique 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, reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our 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. For more information regarding security clearances, see the relevant section on our website.
International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and may influence suitability for this role. Please visit the provided webpage for more information.
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