Assistant Export Control Practitioner

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We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world’s most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the OPPORTUNITY

Ideally based at our Osborne Naval Shipyard Offices in Adelaide, however we would consider strong candidates from either Sydney or Melbourne. As an Assistant Export Control Practitioner, you will be responsible for understanding, applying and implementing Export Control compliance obligations across the Business. These include compliance with the Business’ Export Control policies and procedures and with applicable Australian, US, and other laws and regulations.

You will be responsible for:

• Support the cross-business focus on export control matters by responding to EC Service Desk calls, determining when to seek advice on more complex issues.
• Support in the review and development of export control processes and user resources to ensure compliance is maintained across the business.
• Provide advice and approval in relation to the receipt and transfer of Controlled Material.
• Approve access to Controlled Material, maintaining Approved Team Lists in accordance with project requirements and co-ordinate with Security Officers and Systems Authorities to ensure the periodic reconciliation of access privileges with approvals.
• Support Export Control assurance and risk management activities, including investigations of potential breaches of non-compliance.
• Provide direct support to improvement activities to ensure continuous improvement.

About YOU

• Australian citizen and eligible to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance (Essential).
• Working experience and knowledge of Export Control laws and regulations is highly beneficial but not essential.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels.
• Tertiary qualification in a relevant field or discipline such as law, international commerce or international relations, or equivalent relevant experience in the Defence industry, will be highly regarded.
• Ability to develop strong negotiation and influencing skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Intermediate MS Office skills, especially in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidate hesitate if they don’t tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don’t meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

About US

You will joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia’s largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

Clearances

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 appropriate clearances.

Further information regarding security clearances