Area Coordinator

Area Coordinator

Job Location: Osborne Naval Shipyard, South Australia

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role Description:

We have an exciting opportunity for an Area Coordinator to join our Hunter Class Frigate Program based at Osborne, SA. We are seeking someone driven and ready to learn about the ship building environment and processes.

As an Area Coordinator, you will be accountable to support the Area Manager, to safely coordinate and deliver key phases of work across the Forward Ship Area of the vessel. The role requires a willingness to learn and grow within a fast paced environment. You will be responsible for coordination of cross-functional teams ensuring that safety, quality, cost and schedule for Ship construction meets program goals and deliverables. We are seeking someone driven and ready to learn about the ship building environment and processes.

Core Duties:

• This role is accountable for supporting the Area Manager in delivering projects and engineering outputs, in accordance with the developed plan
• The Area Coordinator is required to facilitate activities and tasks for specific projects, ensuring production activities are executed safely and efficiently
• Coordination and de-confliction of production activities in accordance with the Ship Plan of Day (SPOD)
• Support with enablement of build including the facilitation of production issue resolution, to ensure that hold-ups to schedule are minimised
• Establish strong relationships and work collaboratively with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure best for program outcomes

Essential Skills:

• Demonstrated experience in an engineering, production or defence environment is preferred
• Willingness to learn and grow within a fast-paced environment
• Ability to balance conflicting priorities to deliver
• Experience with stakeholder management within the production environment
• Understanding of Earned Value Management
• Ability to adapt written and verbal communication skills to suit a variety of difference audiences

• Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain
• Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic In Arms (ITAR) regulations
• This role requires a Foreign Work Authorisation (FWA)

BAE Systems Australia is leading the largest ever surface ship project in Australia’s defence history – the design and build of Hunter class frigates. The Hunter Class Frigate Program is transforming Australia’s shipbuilding industry by supporting the building of a world-class, continuous naval shipbuilding capability for our nation

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We support our veteran community through VetNet Australia, along with initiatives such as Reserve Service Leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program, and partner-supported programs.

We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

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Security statement

Please note, 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 one. Further information regarding security clearances. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information