Overview
Australian Department of Defence – Henderson WA
Role: EL 1 Engineering Assurance Manager – Naval Construction Branch (NCB).
The EL 1 Engineering Assurance Manager will work in a complex operating environment based at Henderson WA, as part of the Technical Directorate within NCB. The position supports acquisition and delivery of continuous naval shipbuilding by providing government oversight in ship construction, test and delivery. The role reports to the Technical Director while supporting the NCB Quality Assurance Manager in delivery and improvement of quality assurance, governance frameworks and Shipbuilding Quality Standards.
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.
Salary & Location
$124,393 – $140,315 + up to 15.4% Superannuation
Henderson, WA
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. NCB has branches in Osborne, SA and Henderson, WA, as well as a smaller presence in Port Macquarie, NSW. NCB furthering continuous naval shipbuilding and growing sovereign capability by overseeing 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 Navy vessels including Offshore Patrol Vessels, Hunter Class Frigates, Young Endeavour, 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.
NCB currently has highly skilled diverse shipbuilding experience which will be shared to grow your hands‐on construction knowledge. You will work alongside Navy personnel, internal project management officers and prime contractors. The opportunity for technical staff to undertake industry placement is also available.
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.
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