The key duties of the position include:
The Role
Naval Construction Branch (NCB) are seeking a dynamic and skilled individual for the role of EL 1 Deputy Engineering Assurance Manager to become a valuable addition to the team.
The EL 1 Deputy Engineering Assurance Manager will be required to work in a complex operating environment based at Henderson WA, as part of the Technical Directorate within NCB. The position supports the acquisition and delivery of continuous naval shipbuilding in providing Government oversight in ship construction, test and delivery.
The position reports to the Technical Director whilst supporting the NCB Quality Assurance Manager in delivery and improving quality assurance, governance frameworks and Shipbuilding Quality Standards.
About our Team
Naval Construction Branch (NCB) is accountable for the assurance of ship construction, set-to work and transit of vessels constructed at the Osborne Naval Shipyard and Henderson precinct. We are headquartered in Osborne, SA and have a detachment in Henderson, WA and a smaller presence in Port Macquarie, NSW.
NCB is furthering continuous naval shipbuilding and growing sovereign capability by overseeing the construction to ensure quality and standards are met, storing lessons learnt and developing standard shipbuilding procedures for construction. NCB will oversee the construction of many different Navy vessels including Offshore Patrol Vessels, Hunter Class Frigates, Young Endeavour, Mine Hunter Vessels, Evolved Cape Class and Pacific Patrol Boats.
Working at NCB will enable you to be at the grassroots of continuous naval shipbuilding, where you are part of a working shipyard, being able to see and contribute to the vessels delivered and used in Service by Navy. You will work alongside Navy personnel, internal project management officers and Prime contractors.
Our Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate will possess:
* A high level of demonstrable experience in either oil and gas, maritime, ship building/maintenance or general engineering construction projects.
* Relevant experience in the management of quality assurance activities (e.g. conducting Process Audits and Quality Audits, monitoring and disposal of audit findings).
* An ability to lead, plan and deliver complex and critical technical activities and provide advice working to agreed priorities and outcomes.
* Experience in scheduling, monitoring and reporting of Build Assurance activities (preferably using software tools).
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to tailor communication style and language according to the audience’s level of knowledge, skill and experience.
Eligibility
Security Clearance:
Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 1”.
Mandatory Qualifications
This technical position requires the individual to have obtained Engineers Australia Stage 1 competency
standard for Engineering Associate recognition (or ability to obtain status as an Engineering Associate
within three months) or relevant skills and work experience such that an individual can reasonably achieve
a recognised AQF qualification if required by the position.
Getting to know the Department of Defence
The Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army and Air Force, to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer interesting, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists and contract managers to name a few. We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a flexible and supportive work environment and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers