Business Improvement Analyst

SAAB; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks paid leave

Flexible working options

Saab shares matching scheme

MySaab discounts

Job summary

Saab Australia, within the Strategy Organisation, is seeking a Business Improvement Analyst to support strategic and operational improvement initiatives that drive measurable outcomes.

Reporting to the Head of Business Improvement, you will work with the Business Improvement Team and stakeholders to identify opportunities, perform root cause analysis, enable data-driven decisions and deliver sustainable uplift.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify meaningful insights.
• Experience using Excel, Power BI or similar tools to analyse information and support decision-making.
• Experience documenting processes, gathering requirements and solving business problems.
• Exposure to business improvement, continuous improvement, operational excellence, project delivery or related activities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage people from diverse backgrounds.
• Curious, proactive and self-motivated with a willingness to learn and develop.
• Experience within Defence, manufacturing, engineering, software or other complex operational environments is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Support business improvement projects from discovery through to implementation.
• Gather business requirements and create process documentation.
• Contribute to root cause analysis and problem-solving activities.
• Conduct process mapping, stakeholder interviews and business analysis activities.
• Analyse operational data to identify trends, insights and improvement opportunities.
• Develop performance measures, reports and business improvement artefacts.
• Support the Business Improvement Team to build capability in business improvement methodologies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel/Power BI

Requirements gathering

Process documentation

Stakeholder communication

Curiosity/learning agility

Defence/industrial domain knowledge

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

As part of Saab Australia's Strategy Organisation, the Business Improvement Analyst supports the delivery of strategic and operational improvement initiatives that drive measurable business outcomes. Reporting to the Head of Business Improvement, the role works closely with the Business Improvement Team and stakeholders across the business to identify opportunities, perform root cause analysis, enable data-driven decisions, and help deliver sustainable uplift.

Further, the successful candidate will:

• Support business improvement projects from discovery through to implementation
• Gather business requirements and create process documentation
• Contribute to root cause analysis and problem-solving activities
• Conduct process mapping, stakeholder interviews and business analysis activities
• Analyse operational data to identify trends, insights and improvement opportunities
• Develop performance measures, reports and business improvement artefacts
• Support the Business Improvement Team to build capability in business improvement methodologies.

Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home / office and a 9-day fortnight will be considered for this role. Applicants must be flexible in meeting the needs of business, including face to face activities and in-office attendance.

About you

Your skills and experience will include:

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify meaningful insights
• Experience using Excel, Power BI or similar tools to analyse information and support decision-making
• Experience documenting processes, gathering requirements and solving business problems
• Exposure to business improvement, continuous improvement, operational excellence, project delivery or related activities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage people from diverse backgrounds
• Curious, proactive and self-motivated with a willingness to learn and develop
• Experience within Defence, manufacturing, engineering, software or other complex operational environments is highly regarded.

This role will suit someone who enjoys understanding how businesses operate and finding practical ways to improve performance. It is an improvement role, not a pure-play Business Analyst role. We welcome applicants with strong analytical capability and experience using data to solve problems, identify trends and support decision-making. Applicants may have gained experience through analysis-focused roles using tools such as Excel, Power BI, AI-enabled tools, reporting platforms, or other data and process improvement activities in manufacturing, engineering, software, Defence or other operational and technical environments. We are seeking someone with a positive attitude and strong learning agility, who can build productive relationships across all levels of the organisation.

Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to Baseline level. Information including past and present nationality and citizenship may be requested to check eligibility for access to materials controlled under various export control regimes, including ITAR.

About us

Saab Australia is a defence, security and cyber solutions provider, specialising in the development and integration of major defence and security systems. For over 35 years in Australia, we have built a reputation for delivering complex systems integration projects that provide proven and advanced capabilities to keep us ahead of today’s challenges.

From combat, communications, security and underwater systems, to mixed reality, cyber security and deployable health solutions, our extensive portfolio of products and services provide high-technology solutions for defence forces and civil industries across the globe.

What you will be part of

Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters.

Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.

Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here.

Culture and benefits

We employ over 1000 Australians and are committed to fostering a culture of excellence and enriching the employee experience.

By joining Saab, you’ll be a part of a collaborative and supportive organisation, where your professional growth and work-life balance are emphasised. You’ll work within an innovative and vibrant workplace, while having the opportunity to develop a long-term, fulfilling career.

As a valued team member of Saab Australia, you’ll access a variety of perks and benefits to support you and your family including:

• 6 weeks paid leave each year
• Flexible working options
• Access to the Saab shares matching scheme
• Access to MySaab - our online store offering everything from cash back at hundreds of stores to discounts from exclusive partners.

By submitting an application to Saab, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities including, but not limited to, reference checks, Australian Federal Police check, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening and a pre-employment medical declaration.

Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds.

Saab Australia is a nationally recognised Veteran Employer of Choice that welcomes the interest of ex-service members, veterans and their families.

Regardless of whether you value cutting edge technology, creativity or an innovative environment, everyone at Saab contributes to keeping people and society safe.