Assistant Production Manager

Engineer, Engineering, ERP, Management, Manager, Project Manager, SAP, Technology
Henderson, WA, AU, 6166
September 29, 2023
Full Time
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Job Description

REF:  SF 53840

 

About the role

The role of the Assistant Production Manager (APM) is to support the Production Manager in safely delivering External Maintenance Availabilities (EMA) / Maintenance Window of Opportunity (MWO) and Defect Rectification Periods (DRP) on contracted defence platforms. The APM will be responsible for overall subcontractor performance at Project level and will provide leadership to the Subcontractor Coordinators ensuring improvement initiatives are developed and recognised. 

 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Lead the HSE drive for a “Safety First” Culture on Project;  
  • Mentor, Manage and provide leadership to Subcontractor Coordinators;  
  • Engagement of subcontractors to support the project requirements; 
  • Ensure Subcontractor task allocation is aligned to the NSM Procurement Policy; 
  • Assist in the evaluation of subcontractors’ variation claims and review estimates for emergent works ensuring Value for Money (VFM); 
  • Provide continuous subcontractor performance reviews to all stakeholders; and   
  • Manage the collection of schedule data from subcontractors for assigned projects. 

 

About you

Essential:

  • Strong commitment to developing and maintaining a safe working environment; 
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite including Word and Excel;  
  • Knowledge of accounting and purchasing/ process/ systems (SAP or other similar systems); 
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills; 
  • Ability to work independently to meet multiple deadlines; 
  • Demonstrated ability to motivate and maintain morale of subordinates; and 
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills. 

 

Desirable:

  • AMPS experience; 
  • Degree or Diploma in Engineering or Trade background and experience to equivalent; and 
  • Project Management Systems experience. 

 

Essential Compliance Requirements:

  • Must either hold, or be eligible to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance; and 
  • Construction Induction Card (White Card). 

 

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.

 

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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