System Safety Engineering Team Lead

We work in a thriving sector - one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible. Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work. About the OPPORTUNITY We have an exciting opportunity for a System Safety Engineering Team Lead to join the Combat System Integration - Integrated Project Team (CSI-IPT). This key position will report to the Engineering Manager, be offered on a permanent full‑time basis and will be situated at Mawson Lakes, Adelaide. Other interstate locations will also be considered. We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, including working a 9‑day fortnight and hybrid working. The Combat System Integration - Integrated Project Team (CSI-IPT) supports the Royal Australian Navy's surface fleet while strengthening Australia's sovereign combat systems capability. This collaboration drives cost‑effective, agile solutions and advances continuous naval shipbuilding. The CSI-IPT team designs, integrates, tests, and delivers the Hunter‑class frigates' integrated combat system and the Hobart‑class destroyers' major combat systems upgrade. Key responsibilities Oversee the system safety program to support and contribute to the development of the seaworthiness assurance case for the Hobart Class (DDG) ships Lead the safety engineering team in the development and conduct of the system safety program Provide leadership to the team, coach and develop personnel, ensuring services provided meet business objectives Establish effective consultation and communication mechanisms with customers, internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that stakeholders are fully engaged and establishing good relationships Plan safety engineering deliverables, ensuring the team is adequately tasked and support them to achieve their goals Provide program reporting on system safety program status including risks, issues, open actions and resourcing Drive culture of systems safety engineering practice, efficiency and continuous improvement About YOU Extensive product/system safety engineering experience and project planning experience A tertiary engineering degree and a relevant safety qualification People leadership experience with a demonstrated ability to manage a team and provide effective leadership, direction and motivation Good customer and subcontractor management skills, and the ability to influence and develop effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders Defence industry experience, an understanding of safety acts/regulations, and experience applying safety risk management principles We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply. About us You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing. Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings; we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best. As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you, whether that is a traditional career path or a squiggly one; there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia. BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners. We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions. We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180. Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 BenchmarkX Triple R - Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant. To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: Clearances 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 appropriate clearances. 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 the appropriate webpage for more information. #J-18808-Ljbffr