Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) Project Support

Thales; South Australia; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Australia is seeking an Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) Project Support. The role involves project documentation management, stakeholder relationships, and requires 1-2 years of relevant experience. Ideal candidates will possess strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and the ability to engage stakeholders effectively. A Defence security clearance is needed for this position.

Benefits

Hybrid work environment

Employee discounts with affiliates

Fitness Passport Discount

Modernised Paid Parental Leave

Family support through partnership with Parents at Work

Qualifications

• 1-2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Understanding of project management deliverables and processes.
• Strong attention to detail in auditing and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Review and audit official documentation.
• Provide daily status reporting and system updates.
• Maintain high-quality data integrity.
• Coordinate documentation with Project teams.

Skills

High-level administrative capabilities

Customer-focused mindset

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Job description

Our Benefits

• ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment

• Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS

• Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)

• Modernised Paid Parental Leave

• Veterans Leave

• Novated Lease options

• Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work

• Personal & professional training development opportunities

• Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner

Our Team

Our Above Water Systems team designs and engineers commercial and naval ships – as well as providing in-service support capabilities. We’re proud to bolster Australia’s sovereign capability through operational support to our Navy. With ongoing training programs and a team of over 500, our people have room to grow and move as they make a meaningful contribution to Australia’s Defence.

The Role

An opportunity for a Objective Quality Evidence (OQE) Project Support to join our team based at Garden Island defence Precinct. You will contribute to significant projects in a dynamic and innovative environment.

The role has key accountability for the successful delivery of project documentation at the completion of Maintenance periods. This will be achieved by managing official documentation from start to finish with external Repair Agents, Internal Superintendents/Project Managers/Ship Managers and Commonwealth Representatives through difference tracking systems.

Duties cover all aspects of project administration and support whilst build strong stakeholder relationships.

• Review and audit to submit official documentation

• Daily status reporting and system updates

• Maintaining high-quality data integrity

• Participate in the development of improvements to the process and team

• Coordinating reports/documentation with Project teams and Commonwealth Representatives

• Conducting weekly progress meetings with internal Project teams

• Following up with Repair Agents on outstanding documentation

• Providing daily, accurate status reports with commentary on actions, bottlenecks and solutions

How about you

• 1-2 years’ experience in a similar role

• High-level administrative capabilities and a customer-focused mindset

• Ability to engage and influence the breadth of internal and external Stakeholders to deliver quality outputs

• Understanding of project management deliverables and processes

• Strong attention to detail especially in auditing and compliance

• Demonstrated problem‑solving and communication skills

Good to Know

You’ll get an email acknowledgement after you’ve applied, Thales strives to provide a personalised experience for all suitable applicants.

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, candidates Must be eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate Australian Government clearance. To learn more about clearances please visit – http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/

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