Configuration Management Officer

Defence Co.; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite & remote work

Laptop provided

Flexible hours

Wellbeing program

Learning modules

Job summary

Babcock Australasia is seeking a Configuration Management Officer to support the JP9101 program, ensuring configuration data remains accurate, controlled and traceable throughout the engineering lifecycle.

You will maintain configuration management systems, support data remediation, manage change items and ensure proper recording of documents, parts and other configuration items in line with program plans and contractual requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in configuration management, data management, engineering administration or document control.
• Hold a technical qualification in related discipline.
• Must hold, or be eligible to obtain, Australian Defence Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain configuration management systems and data
• Support data remediation and manage change items
• Ensure documents and configuration items are accurately recorded
• Coordinate governance review boards, agendas and minutes
• Generate configuration status reports and support audits
• Contribute to process improvements and data integrity across the program

Skills

PLM/MRP systems

Configuration Officer experience

Engineering support

Technical qualification

Education

Technical qualification (certificate or associate degree)

Job description

Work with cutting-edge defence technology

Career development opportunities

Flexible working options

About the role

As a Configuration Management Officer, you’ll support the delivery of configuration and data management activities across the JP9101 program, helping ensure product and service information remains accurate, controlled and traceable throughout the engineering lifecycle.

Working under the guidance of experienced Configuration Management professionals, you’ll maintain configuration management systems, support data remediation, manage change items and help ensure documents, parts and other configuration items are correctly recorded and structured in accordance with program plans, procedures and contractual requirements.

You’ll also play an important role in supporting technical and engineering governance, including coordinating review boards, preparing agendas and minutes, tracking approvals and signatures, and generating configuration status reports.

You’ll contribute to Functional and Physical Configuration Audits, technical documentation, risk assessments and process improvement activities, while working collaboratively with project teams and stakeholders to resolve issues, improve data integrity and ensure configuration management processes are consistently applied across the program.

About you

You’ll bring a methodical and detail-oriented approach, with an ability to manage information accurately and follow established processes and standards.

Experience in configuration management, data management, engineering administration, document control or a similar technical environment will be highly regarded, along with an understanding of engineering lifecycles, technical documentation and the importance of maintaining accurate and traceable records.

Strong organisational and communication skills will be important, as you’ll work closely with technical teams, project stakeholders and customers to support configuration activities and resolve issues.

You’ll be proactive in seeking opportunities to improve processes, share knowledge and develop your technical capability, while demonstrating a strong commitment to safety, quality, compliance and Babcock’s values. The role may also require occasional interstate or intrastate travel to support project activities.

To be successful in this position you will bring:

• Understanding applicable Engineering Toolsets (e.g. PLM or MRP systems, design, simulation and analysis software).
• Previous experience working as Configuration Officer or in engineering support roles.
• Hold a technical qualification (certificate or associated degree) in related discipline.
• Must either hold, or be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance.
• Current Motor Vehicle Driver’s Licence.

Your future at Babcock – what we offer you

• We provide an agile work environment where you’re able to work onsite and remotely, and to set you up for this we provide a laptop and working from home kit if required, in addition we offer compressed hours which can provide you even more flexibility;
• Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;
• 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 beRewarded 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 wellbeing leave;
• You’ll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in living our principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.

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 1,500 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 Mission & Support Systems business.

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

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain an appropriate level of Commonwealth Personnel Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work.

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