Mechanical Fitter

Mechanical Fitter

Job Location: Osborne Naval Shipyard, South Australia – We offer a range of flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role Description:

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Mechanical Technician for the specialist areas of Auxiliaries & Hotel Services to join our Hobart Class Destroyer Capability Enhancement, Test and Commissioning Program on a permanent full-time basis.

As part of the Test & Commissioning Team and reporting to the Auxiliaries & Hotel Services Lead, you’ll play a key role in conducting Installation & Set to Work (STW) activities, Testing, Commissioning & Maintenance of Ships Systems and Equipment ensuring the continued successful operation of the Hobart Class Destroyers (DDG) for the Royal Australian Navy. You’ll work with mission-critical Auxiliaries and Hotel Services Systems, including but not limited to; Fire Main and Fire Suppression Systems, Chilled Water, Fresh & Potable Water generation, Technical Water systems, Ventilation & Extraction, Sea Water & Chemical Nuclear Radiological and Biological (CBRN) ships protection systems. This involves providing input into the design, development and implementation of systems and equipment and actual conduct of installing, set to work, acceptance testing and maintaining the system and equipment against technical requirements.

Core Duties:

• Set to work, test, integrate and commission equipment and systems.
• Development and preparation of accurate technical documentation including test procedures and reports.
• Provide expert technical (hands on) services to projects.
• Provide input to planning and maintenance of schedules.
• Assist in the design, construction, testing and acceptance of systems.
• Defect analysis, resolution and provision of detailed technical reports.
• Contribute to the analysis of complex technical problems to create solutions where precedent may not exist.
• Make decisions and facilitate problem-solving guided by policies, procedures and business plans, with guidance and oversight from manager.
• Working with minimum supervision, manage own time to address competing task priorities, ensuring all tasking is completed in accordance with assigned budget, schedule and priority.
• Work as directed by Test & Commissioning Technical Lead.
• Act as the ship platform systems mechanical Subject Matter Expert (SME) assuming a crucial role conducting sea trials tests, encompassing its preparation, proficient management, and meticulous execution.
• Carry out tasks in a safe manner including planning isolations of ships systems and writing/reviewing risk assessments.
• Attend training where required to upskill and develop into a Suitably Qualified and Experienced Personnel (SQEP).

Essential Skills:

• Hold a Certificate III or higher Trade Qualification in Mechanical Engineering that is Nationally recognised; or.
• Significant post-trade experience in a complex production or Industrial environment.
• Strong experience in Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to work under pressure and multitask simultaneously within a production environment.
• Demonstrated communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with employees and customers at all levels.
• Demonstrated professional integrity, advanced level of technical knowledge, objectivity, acceptance of responsibility, maturity of judgement.
• Desire to seek and share good practice and technical knowledge locally to continuously improve own practices whilst improving safety on the worksite.
• Self-motivated and proactive to support working autonomously diagnosing production issues, developing solutions and ensuring issues are driven to closure.
• Experience in a maritime related industry is highly desirable but not essential.

• Possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate defence security clearance and eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic in Arms (ITAR) regulations.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We support our veteran community through VetNet Australia, along with initiatives such as Reserve Service Leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program, and partner-supported programs.

We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

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Security statement

Please note, as a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information