Principal Logistics Engineering Technician

Babcock is looking for a Principal Reliability Engineering Technician to join the Engineering Supprt team based in Devonport, Auckland on a 2 year fixed-term contract.

About the role 

Join our team as a Principal ILS Engineering Technician (Supportability) and play a crucial role in ensuring the Royal New Zealand Navy’s operational readiness. You will lead critical supply support and obsolescence management tasks that keep our maritime platforms and equipment fully capable through their service lifecycle. Your work will help deliver cost-effective material solutions while offering strategic input to ILS projects and enhancing your leadership skills.

This role is an opportunity to work within a dynamic, innovative team focused on making a tangible impact. You will be working with cutting-edge logistics systems, engaging in technical investigations, and leading continuous improvement processes. If you thrive in environments where your expertise influences real-world outcomes, this position will give you the challenge and satisfaction you seek.

About you

You are an experienced professional with a solid background in supply chain management and obsolescence support within a military or defence setting. Your attention to detail, analytical mindset, and problem-solving skills allow you to manage complex logistics challenges effectively. You excel in leadership roles, guiding technical teams while continuously improving processes. With your in-depth knowledge of Integrated Logistics Support and codification systems, you ensure that material systems remain fully operational and cost-effective throughout their lifecycle.  

Key required skills

• Expertise in Military Integrated Logistics and Information Systems (MILIS)
• Proficiency with NATO Codification System
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Leadership in mentoring and technical documentation

Key Required Qualifications

• Diploma or Associate Degree in a technical discipline
• 8+ years of experience in supply chain and ILS programs

Your future at Babcock – what we offer you

• We provide an agile work environment where you’re able to work onsite and remotely, and to set you up for this we provide a laptop and working from home kit if required, in addition we offer a compressed week which can provide you even more flexibility.
• Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave.
• 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 in living our principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.

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 1,300 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.

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 us visit www.babcock.com.au

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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Job Req #59449