Do interesting work that MATTERS

• ENJOY what you do
• GROW your career
• Be YOU

At BAE Systems, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we embrace flexible work arrangements, such as a 9-day fortnight and adaptable shift times, to help you balance your professional and personal life. Our supportive leave policies include provisions for IVF treatment, marriage leave, and more, reflecting our commitment to the well-being of our employees.
About the OPPORTUNITY
Come join us as a Production Supervisor within our Maritime Australia line of business working on the Hunter Class Frigate program based at our state-of-the-art shipyard facility at Osborne. This opportunity also enables you to be part of the team building the next generation of complex warships for the Royal Australian Navy.
Working in Production Operations, managing a team of tradespeople, your contributions support all delivery activities associated within the manufacturing environment to meet the needs of the customer, in a safe, cost effective and efficient manner.
Visit our website to know about our https://www.baesystems.com/en-aus/what-we-do/hunter

Key responsibilities include:

• Foster a positive, inclusive and productive team environment, through effective leadership
• Identifying, participating and inputting into local and business level continuous improvement opportunities (technical, schedule and cost) and consulting with relevant accountable disciplines for implementation
• Ensuring compliance with the Quality and SHE Management system through regular reviews mitigating risks and improving overall performance
• Planning and co-ordinating assigned activities to meet agreed schedules to the standard required
• Developing and sustaining productive relationships with team, peers, customers and stakeholders
• Mentoring and supporting early-career and new employees

About YOU

• Relevant Trade Qualification (Certificate 3) or similar qualification in either Welding, Boilermaking, Mechanical or Electrical trades
• Proven experience in a supervisor position i.e. leading hand, production supervisor, etc.
• Intermediate computer literacy and the ability to interpret engineering and isometric drawings
• Well-developed self-management skills and able to balance conflicting priorities to deliver against customer and business requirements, with appropriate stakeholder management
• Ability to motivate individuals and teams across a number of business areas, to shape and implement business requirements
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and influencing skills
• Ability in generating and using plans and schedules to achieve effective time and resource management

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