Change Coordinator

Job Description

Change Coordinator

Job Location: Osborne Shipyard Adelaide South Australia – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements, such as a 9-day fortnight.

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:

As the Change Coordinator, you will be responsible for ensuring seamless coordination and integration of design changes, adhering to schedule and program objectives to optimise business performance. This role is pivotal to maintaining positive relationships with internal stakeholders while contributing effectively to the design change team.

Core Duties:

• Ensure that change sentenced through the change boards is captured, distributed, planned, coordinated and processed efficiently and effectively
• Capture the progress of change, through analysis and reporting
• Support the delivery of an overall standardised and repeatable Project Change process across all stakeholders
• Provide guidance to stakeholders on the change management framework to enable a standardised and consistent application of change processes
• Work closely with stakeholders to enable the effective control of change across the program (including Detailed Design, Program Management and Operations departments)
• Maintain and enhance the program change metrics and reporting
• Coordinate change priorities among discipline leads
• Attend and Chair change coordination meetings and monitor delivery schedules as required
• Support the Project Management function to develop and maintain accurate reports, metrics and records
• Other support to the team as required

About You:

• Previous experience in a similar role
• Excellent communication skills required, both written and verbal
• Team orientated with a lean in approach
• Excellent time management skills and be a motivated self-starter with
• High attention to detail
• Organisational and problem-solving skills
• An ability to work and liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• A flexible and can do attitude
• Computer literacy, with intermediate knowledge of MS Suite, specifically Word and Excel. Familiarity with tools like SharePoint and Oracle is desirable
• Ability to hold and maintain Government Security Clearance

The Hunter Class Frigate Program

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.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment.

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.