EOI - Aviation Project Manager

• Career growth opportunities
• Hybrid work options

About you   

You are a highly skilled Project Manager with a proven ability to oversee complex projects and manage all aspects of project transitions. Your strong understanding of key project management areas such as scope, schedule, finance, and risks will allow you to effectively handle the day-to-day management of aviation projects in the transition-in/delivery phase.  You are adept to applying project management principals and best practices to ensure timely delivery of projects while meeting cost and quality expectations. Your experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) principals and budget management ensures that you can effectively track, control, and manage project resources. You enjoy working in collaborative, team-based environments with multiple stakeholders, and thrive in busy programs. Ideally, you have a strong interest in aviation and a passion for continuous improvement.

About the role   

In this role, you will be responsible for the management of aviation projects, ensuring they are delivered within scope, on schedule, and to budget. You will be accountable for overseeing all key aspects of the project, including managing project constraints, identifying potential risks, and capitalising on opportunities. Your responsibilities will include applying project management competencies, maintaining open communication with stakeholders, and ensuring the project adheres to cost and quality standards. Additionally, you will be expected to implement and manage control mechanisms, track any deviations from the plan, and apply Earned Value Management Systems principals to maintain project budgets effectively.

To be successful in this position you will bring:

• AIPM Certification (highly desirable)
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Project Management (highly desirable)
• Excellent technical communication skills - written and verbal (essential)
• Experience in the aviation industry (military or civilian) as a project manager, aircrew, engineer, or technical specialist (desirable)
• Experience in aviation platform delivery and modification (highly desirable)

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 compressed hours which can provide you even more flexibility.   
• Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, Defence Reservist leave plus more.
• 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 wellbeing leave.  
• 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 1,500 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 Mission & Support Systems 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 us visit www.babcock.com.au   

Job req #63324

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.   

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.   

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