Practitioner Project Manager

at  BAE Systems

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 an exciting opportunity for a Practitioner Project Manager to join our Hunter Class Program based at Osborne, reporting to the Program Performance Manager.
We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.
You will be responsible for assisting the Project Manager to ensure that the technical, cost and schedule goals associated with assigned projects are achieved in accordance with the contractual and company requirements in order to deliver required business goals. The role may also be responsible (with support from the Project Manager) for the planning and delivery of straightforward, small projects or a collection of discrete tasks with defined scope and sufficient scale to require the application of Project Management (PM) within the cost, schedule and quality constraints while managing risk and opportunity.

• The Practitioner Project Manager is accountable to the Project Manager for the support and co-ordination of project management activities and the planning and delivery of straightforward, small projects or collection of discrete tasks with defined scope and of sufficient scale to require the application of project management disciplines with support from the Project Manager
• Delivery of works following project management policies and processes in line with BAE Systems Australia’s Operational Framework
• Track and report progress and forecast final targets for cost and schedule
• Document and track changes in project parameters, obstacles and delays and implement appropriate mitigations
• Identifying and recommending Value for Money (VFM) initiatives that improve project outcomes for the company and customers
• Providing input to formal monthly reporting to the Program Manager on project status and any issues

About YOU

• Skills in producing reports, documentation and presentations to highlight trends & opportunities
• Enjoy working in a complex and time sensitive work environment
• Experience using Tableau or similar BI Software (desirable)
• The ability to build relationships, not afraid to questions with an inquisitive mindset
• Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain Baseline clearance
• Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic In Arms (ITAR) regulations

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.
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