Edinburgh, SA , Australia

Practitioner Project Manager

Job Location: Edinburgh Park, South Australia – We offer a range 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:

The Practitioner Project Manager is responsible for assisting the Project Manager to ensure that the technical, cost and schedule goals associated with assigned projects are achieved in accordance with the contractual and company requirements in order to deliver required business goals. The role may also be responsible (with support from the Project Manager) for the planning and delivery of straightforward, small projects or a collection of discrete tasks with defined scope and sufficient scale to require the application of Project Management (PM) within the cost, schedule and quality constraints while managing risk and opportunity.

Core Duties:

• Co-ordinate project detailed planning actives in accordance with BAE Systems Australia’s Earned Value Management (EVM) and Project Controls processes
• Work to established key success indicators and recommend trade-offs between scope, quality, time and cost
• Generation of status reports and co-ordination of variance analysis and corrective action activities
• Maintenance of the of the project management baseline
• Assist the preparation and costing of tenders, Engineering Change Proposals (ECP’s) and Contract Change Proposals (CCP’s)
• Identify project opportunities and risks and support the development mitigation strategies for pursuit throughout contract phases. Monitor and report on the status of risks and opportunities
• Delivery of works following project management policies and processes in line with BAE Systems Australia’s Operational Framework
• Identifying and recommending Value for Money (VFM) initiatives that improve project outcomes for the company and customers

Essential Skills:

• Specific project management qualifications are not mandatory but vocational/ trade or higher education qualifications in project management and/ or an allied discipline are highly desirable
• Demonstrated experience in the planning and delivery of discrete project outcomes within a low complexity project environment
• Demonstrated stakeholder engagement and management skills
• Experience co-ordinating cross-functional teams
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team essential
• Experience in Manufacturing requirement planning, Production/ procurement is desired but essential

Jindalee Operational Radar Network (JORN) and Arctic Over The Horizon Radar

The Jindalee Operational Radar Network (JORN) is a connected series of three remote over-the-horizon radars (OTHR) located in Queensland, the Northern Territory and Western Australia. The state-of-the-art defence radar system provides wide-area surveillance at ranges of 1,000 to 3,000 kilometres and plays a vital role in supporting the Australian Defence Force’s (ADF) air and maritime operations, border protection, disaster relief, and rescue operations.

As the Australian Government’s Over The Horizon Radar (OTHR) industry partner for JORN, BAE Systems is looking to mobilise an exceptional team to support a ground-breaking Defence export opportunity for the nation. This is your chance to join a growing team delivering world-leading capability to the Australian and Canadian Governments.

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.

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. 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

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