Data Management Officer

Saab Australia Pty Ltd; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks paid leave each year

14% superannuation

Free Income Protection Insurance

Flexible working options

Saab shares matching scheme

MySaab store discounts

Job summary

Saab Australia is seeking a Data Management Officer to provide document and data management services across Saab programs, working with project and engineering teams to ensure data, documentation and media are accurately catalogued, securely stored and readily retrievable.

Responsibilities include receiving, registering and distributing documentation and media, supporting configuration item records, and preparing data for delivery or archiving.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ defence industry experience in project-based team or product engineering management environment (Desirable).
• Proven ability in effective internal customer liaison.
• High level of computer literacy, including proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge and experience in soft and hard copy data management within an engineering environment.
• Experience in Defence Safe Hand practices.
• Experience in using data management databases to register, control and distribute data, documents and media.

Responsibilities

• Receive, register, control, and distribute customer and supplier documentation, data, and media.
• Manage the distribution of controlled documentation, data, and media.
• Receive and dispatch Defence Safe Hand items.
• File, index, and retrieve records to support business and project requirements.
• Prepare, register, and dispatch documentation, data, and media for delivery or archiving.
• Track and report approved configuration changes to work products.
• Support software releases by preparing status reports, Configuration Item Records (CIRs), and release documentation.
• Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home / office and a 9-day fortnight will be considered for this role.

Skills

Data management

Internal liaison

Word/Excel proficiency

Engineering documentation

Defence Safe Hand

Data management databases

Job description

The role As part of our Hardware & ILS group, The Data Management Officer provides document and data management services across Saab programs and projects, working closely with project and engineering teams to ensure data, documentation, and media are accurately catalogued, securely stored, and readily retrievable.

• Receive, register, control, and distribute customer and supplier documentation, data, and media.
• Manage the distribution of controlled documentation, data, and media.
• Receive and dispatch Defence Safe Hand items.
• File, index, and retrieve records to support business and project requirements.
• Prepare, register, and dispatch documentation, data, and media for delivery or archiving.
• Track and report approved configuration changes to work products.
• Support software releases by preparing status reports, Configuration Item Records (CIRs), and release documentation.
• Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home / office and a 9-day fortnight will be considered for this role.

About you Your skills and experience will include:

• Minimum of 3 years’ defence industry experience in project-based team or product engineering management environment (Desirable).
• Proven ability in effective internal customer liaison.
• High level of computer literacy, including proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge and experience in soft and hard copy data management within an engineering environment.
• Experience in Defence Safe Hand practices.
• Experience in using data management databases to register, control and distribute data, documents and media.

Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 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
• 14% superannuation
• Free Income Protection Insurance
• 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

For further information about a career at Saab, visit the page adjacent: https://www.saab.com/markets/australia/careers/saab-life

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. At Saab, you'll be empowered to make a real difference. Join colleagues worldwide who share one purpose – keeping people and society safe through innovative defence and security solutions.

What makes that difference possible? You. We're a global leader in air, land and naval defence, civil security and commercial aeronautics, with approximately 28,000 employees across all continents. Our transformative approach combines deep expertise with continuous innovation – investing one-fifth of our earnings in research and development to solve tomorrow’s challenges today. But technology alone doesn't create safety. Your perspective, your skills, your contribution – that's what transforms possibility into reality. Here, diversity strengthens everything we do. You'll find unlimited opportunities to advance your career whilst maintaining balance in your life beyond work. We're committed to creating an inclusive environment where every person fully focus on what matters.

Saab is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer – all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran or disability status.