Support System Business Operations Manager

Job Description

At BAE Systems Australia

 Do interesting work that MATTERS

 ENJOY what you do

 GROW your career

 Be YOU

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

We have a great opportunity for a Systems Support (SS) Business Operations Manager to join our Hunter Class Frigate Program (HCFP). Reporting to our Support and Sustainment Program Manager (SSPM), this role is responsible for the day-to-day development and support of HCFP SS Program Operations.

This role can be based at either our Osborne Shipyard office in Adelaide, or Bourke Street office in Melbourne.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia such as a 9-day fortnight, flexibility and hybrid working.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Support the SSPM in the day to day running of the SS project team
• Work with the HCFP Managers and Project Managers (PM) to manage and reflect interdependencies across the Program in the SS schedule.
• As required, support the development and management of Contract Change Proposals (CCPs) and correspondence to the HCFP
• Support SS future work and scope development activities
• Support the SS Scheduler to ensure the SS schedule is accurately maintained and monitor the SS Schedule Health and identify opportunities for improvement
• Liaise with and support the SS Controller in addressing Earned Value Management (EVM) and schedule performance
• Operate as a Cost Account Manager (CAM) for the SS program
• Provide mentoring and guidance on EVM to the HCFP SS Managers and Project Managers
• Lead a team of PM’s and PM Specialists to support the SS program
• Coordinate and represent the SS team on risk and opportunity activities
• Lead the SS team in continuous improvement initiatives
• Attend meetings as required representing SS and the SSPM, and
• Represent the SS team in Customer-facing engagement for areas of program schedule and integration

KEY CRITERIA:

• Project Management experience and/or qualifications
• Capable of communicating effectively across a diverse range of stakeholders, staff and partners honestly to develop trusted relationships
• Able to think strategically, problem solve and make decisions in a timely manner
• Ability to balance conflicting priorities to deliver against customer and business requirements, with appropriate stakeholder management
• Ability to articulate strategy/ purpose and link to objectives and project deliverables
• Ability to consider projects and make decisions in the context of the broader business strategy
• Capability to motivate individuals and teams across a number of business areas, to deliver project requirements
• Have skill to be able to balance conflicting priorities to deliver against customer and business requirements, with appropriate stakeholder engagement
• Ability to negotiate with and influence internal and/ or external stakeholders in a way which generates business benefit whilst maintaining key relationships
• Previous experience working in Defence or the Defence Industry (desirable)
• Tertiary qualification in relevant business related subject (desirable)
• Intermediate MS Office skills, especially in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Eligibility to hold and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 Defence security clearance
• Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates 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 be 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.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

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.

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.