Naval Construction Branch (NCB) is seeking a dynamic and skilled individual for the role of EL 1 Engineering Assurance Manager at Henderson WA, as part of the Technical Directorate. The position supports the acquisition and delivery of continuous naval shipbuilding by providing government oversight in ship construction, test and delivery. The EL 1 Engineering Assurance Manager reports to the Technical Director while supporting the NCB Quality Assurance Manager in delivering and improving quality assurance, governance frameworks and Shipbuilding Quality Standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the NCB Quality Assurance Manager in the development, implementation, review, and continuous improvement of quality assurance and governance procedures, practices, frameworks, and Shipbuilding Quality Standards.
* Plan, schedule, prepare, coordinate, and deliver Build Assurance audits and surveillance activities in accordance with agreed methodology, scope, and timeframes, while maintaining real-time corporate reporting.
* Develop Technical Directorate plans, processes, and documentation across multiple projects, translating complex verbal and written technical information into outputs appropriate for the intended audience.
* Collaborate and engage with stakeholders to manage technical issues using tools such as JIRA and TRMS, while maintaining strong and effective working relationships.
* Assess technical packages, reports, processes, and product and equipment performance against specified requirements, identifying and reporting non-conformances.
Ideal Candidate
* 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.
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.
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