People Advisor – Workforce Reporting

People Advisor – Workforce Reporting

Job Location: Osborne Naval Shipyard, SA or Garden Island, NSW – we offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

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:

The People Advisor supports the coordination and reporting of key people initiatives that contribute to the organisation’s workforce strategy. Working with stakeholders across the business, the role helps maintain accurate workforce information, prepares regular reports, and provides administrative support across a range of people activities. Strong stakeholder management, organisation and attention to detail are essential, along with the ability to manage competing priorities. This role provides excellent exposure to workforce planning and people processes within a complex delivery organisation.

This role is a .6 FTE, with flexibility on working hours per day. We encourage team connection in our operational environments and so require this role to be 60% on site

Core Duties:

• Coordinating the launch, monitoring, and submission of reporting cycles.
• Maintaining accurate people data.
• Optimising the performance of the People Function through proactive stakeholder engagement, effective communication, and the development of strong working relationships across the business.
• Contributing to a strong culture of continuous improvement through implementing effective process improvement in the reporting cycle

Essential Skills:

• Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Suite
• Preferable experience engaging with tableau dashboards and metrics.
• Strong administrative capability, with attention to detail in reviewing and creating reports with the ability to notice trends and differences in reporting patterns.
• Ability to deliver quality customer service to a broad range of stakeholders (both verbal & written), while being able to leverage stakeholders to deliver excellent customer service and create a positive employee experience.
• Problem solving skills and critical thinking with developed planning and organisational skills.
• Baseline Security Clearance Required

The Surface Ships Team

BAE Systems Australia is delivering some of the nation’s most important naval shipbuilding programs, helping to build and sustain a sovereign maritime capability for the Australian Defence Force. Our Surface Ships business plays a critical role in designing, constructing, integrating and supporting advanced warships and associated technologies. Joining our team means contributing to complex, high-profile projects that enhance Australia’s defence capability while working alongside industry-leading professionals in a collaborative, innovative and safety-focused environment. Specifically, the Surface Ships People team is responsible for delivering the workforce strategy for the major surface ships programs in Acquisition, Sustainment and Combat Systems. With over 3,500 employees and significant growth ahead, the People team works effectively to ensure that the experience of our current and future team members is positive. Together, we are shaping the future of naval shipbuilding and creating meaningful careers that make a real difference.

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.

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.