Job Description
At BAE Systems Australia, we offer exciting new opportunities for Mechanical Technicians to join our Hobart Class Destroyer Capability Enhancement, Test and Commissioning Program on a permanent full-time basis.
We are seeking experienced Mechanical Technicians with strong skills in equipment maintenance and troubleshooting. The successful candidate will play a key role in conducting Installation & Set to Work (STW) activities, Testing, Commissioning & Maintenance of Ships Systems and Equipment ensuring the continued successful operation of the Destroyers for the Royal Australian Navy.
Responsibilities:
1. Set to work, test, integrate and commission equipment and systems.
2. Development and preparation of accurate technical documentation including test procedures and reports.
3. Provide expert technical (hands-on) services to projects.
4. Provide input to planning and maintenance of schedules.
5. Assist in the design, construction, testing and acceptance of systems.
6. Defect analysis, resolution and provision of detailed technical reports.
7. Contribute to the analysis of complex technical problems to create solutions where precedent may not exist.
8. Make decisions and facilitate problem-solving guided by policies, procedures and business plans, with guidance and oversight from manager.
9. Working with minimum supervision, manage own time to address competing task priorities, ensuring all tasking is completed in accordance with assigned budget, schedule and priority.
10. Work as directed by Test & Commissioning Technical Lead.
11. Act as the ship platform systems mechanical Subject Matter Expert (SME) assuming a crucial role conducting sea trials tests, encompassing its preparation, proficient management, and meticulous execution.
12. Carry out tasks in a safe manner including planning isolations of ships systems and writing/reviewing risk assessments.
Requirements and Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess:
* A Certificate III or higher Trade Qualification in Mechanical Engineering that is Nationally recognised.
* Significant post-trade experience in a complex production or Industrial environment.
* Strong experience in Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
* Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to work under pressure and multitask simultaneously within a production environment.
* Demonstrated communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with employees and customers at all levels.
* Demonstrated professional integrity, advanced level of technical knowledge, objectivity, acceptance of responsibility, maturity of judgement.
Benefits
As an employee at BAE Systems Australia, you can expect:
* Flexible work options, including hybrid arrangements and a 9-day fortnight to help you balance work and life.
* A supportive and inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and promotes wellbeing.
* Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
About Us
BAE Systems Australia's maritime workforce built and lead the sustainment of the Royal Australian Navy's three Hobart class air warfare destroyers — HMAS Hobart, HMAS Brisbane, and HMAS Sydney. We are committed to delivering innovative and meaningful solutions to our customers, and we believe that our people are the key to our success.