Trade Controls Specialist

• Lead export compliance for a cutting-edge program with international significance.
• Join a passionate, collaborative team united by the mission of advancing Australia's sovereign capability.
• Take pride in being part of a mission that strengthens national Defence and secures Australia's future.
   

About the Role

Are you ready to take on a role that merges technical expertise with a mission of national significance? Babcock is seeking a talented Trade Controls Specialist to join our Adelaide team, a great chance to develop your career in a growing industry!
 

In this position, you'll become an integral part of the team supporting H&B Defence, a joint venture between Babcock and HII, dedicated the development of critical sovereign capability for the once-in-a-generation AUKUS nuclear-powered submarine program. Your expertise in export control compliance will be at the heart of ensuring our operations adhere to global trade regulations, with a key focus on U.S. International Trade of Arms Regulations (ITAR).

You'll lead the charge on compliance processes, advise on licensing requirements, and collaborate with stakeholders across the board to safeguard our business's integrity. Whether it's evaluating security frameworks, coordinating corrective action plans, or enhancing project governance, your role will be pivotal in our success and growth.
 

If you're ready to embrace a new opportunity and contribute to an innovative program of global significance, join us at Babcock—and help shape the future of Trade Controls.

To be successful, you will bring:
 

• Australian Citizen with a Defence security clearance.
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of Australian, U.K. and U.S. export controls.
• Bachelor’s degree in law, commerce or business (highly desirable).
• Exemplary communication skills with an ability to build positive working relationships with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.

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 offer flexible working arrangements where possible to help employees find the right balance between work and home life;
• 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 novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;
• Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to 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.

Who we are

Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.

Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,600 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.

Some of the programs our team across Australia and New Zealand are proud to be a part of involve:

• Providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through our Aviation & Critical Services business;
• Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships through our Marine business;
• Providing fleet wide through life support and asset management services for Navy customers;
• Managing critical assets for a range of sectors through our Land Business.

So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the ‘Apply Now’ button below.

To learn more about Babcock visit www.babcock.com.au

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain an appropriate level of Commonwealth Personnel Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.
 

This position requires working with, or exposure to, US and AU export controlled technology; compliance with the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the AU Defence Trade Controls Act 2012 will be assessed.

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

Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.
 

Job Req ID: 63032