EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONALS

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 new opportunity for a Safety Engineer to join the Test & Commissioning (T&C) department in our Hunter Class Frigate (HCF) Program based in Osborne, SA.
You’ll work closely with engineers and technicians to drive risk assessments, implement safety procedures, and deliver critical engineering documents, and support Test & Commissioning teams and ensure ship systems are safely set to work and tested to program standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and maintain the Test & Commissioning Safety Plan and associated processes, ensuring alignment with company policies and safety standards
• Author and review Risk Assessments, Test Forms, and safety documentation related to electrical, welding, and control systems
• Act as the liaison between the safety team and Set-to-Work team, managing workflows and access in the ePAS Isolations Management and Permit tool
• Conduct safety audits and assist with the planning of isolation tasks
• Provide training and mentorship on Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) processes and tools
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including vendors and production teams, to ensure safety compliance

About YOU

• 3-5 years safety engineering industry experience
• Experiencing developing trade publications
• Relevant trade qualifications or tertiary education in a related field
• Strong problem-solving and engineering issue resolution skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Planning and task coordination skills

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

• Develop and maintain the Test & Commissioning Safety Plan and associated processes, ensuring alignment with company policies and safety standards
• Author and review Risk Assessments, Test Forms, and safety documentation related to electrical, welding, and control systems
• Act as the liaison between the safety team and Set-to-Work team, managing workflows and access in the ePAS Isolations Management and Permit tool
• Conduct safety audits and assist with the planning of isolation tasks
• Provide training and mentorship on Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) processes and tools
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including vendors and production teams, to ensure safety complianc