Platform Manager

Engineer, Engineering, Management, Manager, Project Manager, Technology
Potts Point, NSW, AU, 2011 +8 more…
August 21, 2023
Full Time
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Job Description

REF:  SF 53065

 

About the role

Reporting to the Program Planning Manager (PPM) and Program Delivery Manager (PDM), you are responsible for the quality and effectiveness of the project management services being provided by the Integrated Project Team (IPT). You will be the single point of contact for their allocated platform, the Platform Manager will provide planning and oversight throughout the EMP lifecycle, ensuring that External Maintenance Period (EMP) objectives can be achieved through sufficient support within the constraints and resources available.

 

This role is based on site at Garden Island, NSW.

 

About you 

We are looking for an individual that is a motivated self-starter, with demonstrated ability to manage quality and effectiveness of the project management services being provided by the Integrated Project Team (ITP).

You will be the single point of contact for their allocated platform, the Platform Manager will provide planning and oversight throughout the EMP lifecycle, ensuring that External Maintenance Period (EMP) objectives can be achieved through sufficient support within the constraints and resources available.

 

Essential

  • Technical trade or Certificate IV in Engineering;
  • Strong project management, time management and organisational skills;
  • Ability to effectively lead an IPT and deliver ‘best practice’ outcomes;
  • Proven ability to make robust judgements coupled with superior problem-solving skills;
  • Strong interpersonal, influencing and negotiation skills;
  • Technical knowledge of warship major platform systems;
  • Experience managing complex maritime projects delivered through IPT’s;
  • Must either hold, or be eligible to obtain and maintain, an AGSVA Baseline Clearance;
  • Construction Induction Card (White Card); and
  • No restrictions to access For Official Use Only (FOUO) level or ITAR controlled material.

 

Desirable

  • DRN Access; and
  • AMPS7 Knowledge.

 

What we offer you

  • Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;
  • We offer flexible working arrangements where possible to help employees find the right balance between work and home life;
  • We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave;
  • You’ll have access to be Rewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;
  • Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus you can access two days annually from your personal leave as wellbeing days;
  • You’ll be able to participate in our we Recognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day.

Who we are

 

Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.

 

Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,600 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.

 

Some of the programs our team across Australia and New Zealand are proud to be a part of involve:

 

  • Providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through our Aviation & Critical Services business;
  • Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships through our Marine business;
  • Providing fleet wide through life support and asset management services for Navy customers;
  • Managing critical assets for a range of sectors through our Land Business.

 

This position will work within our Marine business, which provides asset management solutions to the Australian maritime sector. Working closely with supply chain partners, Marine provides cost-effective and responsive solutions that optimise the availability, capability, and seaworthiness of critical maritime assets. Marine supports assets across the Royal Australian Navy’s fleet – most notably the Anzac Class Frigates as a member of the Warship Asset Management Agreement (WAMA) and the Canberra Class Landing Helicopter Docks (LHD), LHD Landing Craft (LLC) and associated assets as the Asset Class Prime Contractor.

 

So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the ‘Apply Now’ button below.

 

To learn more about Babcock visit www.babcock.com.au.

 

 

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