Asset Engineer

Babcock Australia & New Zealand; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Babcock Australasia in Devonport, Auckland, is seeking an Asset Engineer to join the Fleet Asset Management team. You will develop and maintain Asset Management Plans, analyse technical information and work with engineering, maintenance and Defence stakeholders to improve asset performance across the lifecycle.

You are an analytical engineer who can translate complex data into evidence-based recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or recognised equivalent.
• Asset management certification or working towards it.
• Eligible for NZ Defence Security Clearance.
• Experience with Defence or maritime sustainment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Asset Management Plans.
• Analyse technical and operational information to improve asset performance.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance and Defence stakeholders.
• Contribute to decision-making and lifecycle sustainment.

Skills

Python/data analytics/Advanced Excel

Systems engineering

Integrated Logistics Support (ILS)

Logistics Support Analysis (LSA)

Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)

Reliability/availability engineering

Maintenance planning

Defence or maritime sustainment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Certified Associate in Asset Management / equivalent

Professional engineering membership eligibility

Engineering education relevant to mechanical, electrical or systems disciplines

NZ Defence Security Clearance eligibility

Job description

Babcock is looking for an Asset Engineer to join the Fleet Asset Management team based in Devonport, Auckland.

About The Role

Join Babcock New Zealand as an Asset Engineer and apply your engineering expertise to assets that directly support the Royal New Zealand Navy. You’ll develop and maintain Asset Management Plans, analyse technical and operational information, and work closely with engineering, maintenance and Defence stakeholders to improve asset performance throughout the lifecycle.

This is an opportunity to combine engineering judgement, data analysis and stakeholder engagement in a role with genuine operational impact. You’ll contribute to technical decision-making, continuous improvement and the quality of asset management information, while developing your knowledge across sustainment, systems engineering and Integrated Logistics Support. You’ll join a collaborative technical environment where curiosity, sound engineering thinking and practical solutions are valued.

About You

You are an analytical and pragmatic engineer who enjoys turning complex technical information into clear, evidence-based recommendations. You bring strong problem-solving skills, confidence working with engineering data and the ability to engage effectively with technical and operational stakeholders. You understand asset lifecycle or maintenance principles and are comfortable balancing competing priorities. Experience with Defence, marine engineering, ISO 55000, systems engineering, ILS would strengthen your application. You are curious, collaborative and motivated to improve processes, asset performance and long-term engineering outcomes.

Key Required Skills

• Python/data analytics/Advanced Excel
• Systems engineering
• Integrated Logistics Support (ILS)
• Logistics Support Analysis (LSA)
• Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
• Reliability/availability engineering
• Maintenance planning
• Defence or maritime sustainment experience

Key Required Qualifications

• Relevant Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or recognised equivalent
• Certified Associate in Asset Management/ equivalent or working towards the same.
• Qualification supporting professional engineering membership eligibility
• Engineering education relevant to mechanical, electrical or systems disciplines
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a NZ Defence Security Clearance

Your Future At Babcock – 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 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 corporate shares plan;
• Your wellbeing is supported through 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 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 Australasia combines the best talent and in-country expertise while leveraging the rich 130+ year global heritage of Babcock International Group, a FTSE 100 international defence company.

Our team of 1,800+ experienced staff ensure critical services and assets are readily available, affordable, and future proof. From maritime sustainment and secure communications, to lifesaving helicopter missions and managing critical fleets, we ensure our customers are equipped to fulfil their mission.

Locally in New Zealand, our Centre of Engineering partners with the Royal New Zealand Navy to provide complete engineering, maintenance, repair and overhaul services to the entire fleet. As the Navy’s strategic maritime partner, we also undertake ship conversions, life extensions, retrofits and major repairs in dry-dock or in water for our customers. Located on the Devonport Naval Base, this is a great opportunity to work in partnership with our customer and see the results of your hard work firsthand.

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, the successful candidate must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and capable of obtaining a New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) Security Clearance.

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, MOJ, security check, qualifications and right to work.

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