Mechanical Fitter

• Join a rapidly growing organisation on a path of significant growth


• Become an integral member of our maritime sustainment team


• Great opportunity to develop your career in a growing industry
  
  

About the role

We are looking for a Mechanical Fitter to join our high-performing Marine team in Henderson, WA where we bring together engineering, design, systems integration and platform management capabilities to sustain the Collins Class submarines. Responsibilities of this role could include:
 

• Provide input into work schedules.


• Provide Preventative & corrective maintenance services for the Collins Class Submarine WDS, SSE, APU & WDHTR.


• Provide input into system engineering review to improve reliability, maintainability and availability of the equipment.


• Liaison with internal and external customers to ensure timely action of emergent work.


• Review of maintenance and technical documentation to ensure currency and accuracy.


• Provide feedback on Maintenance and quality processes.
  
  

Ideally you will have
 

• Australian Citizenship with NV1 security clearance (or the ability to obtain).


• Tertiary qualifications in Mechanical Trade.


• Current forklift licence


• Current manual drivers’ licence


• Understanding of quality principles and procedures; and


• Understanding of submarine and ship systems.
  
  

Your future at Babcock – what we offer you 

• Our agile working policies offer more choice and autonomy. For you, this could mean flexible start and finish times, a mix of office and home working, or even condensed working weeks.  


• Our work life integration policy offers attractive leave entitlements including (not limited to) wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave, and we are proud to be a Work180 endorsed employer. 


• Babcock’s supportive and engaging environment, coupled with our capability framework, aims to advance your career with internal development programs, self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave. 


• Our beRewarded platform offers endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan. 


• As a principles driven organisation, our weRecognise program aims to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in line with our Principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.

Who we are

Babcock Australasia combines the best talent and in-country expertise while leveraging the rich 130+ year global heritage of Babcock International Group, a FTSE 100 international defence company. 

Our team of 1,800+ experienced staff ensure critical services and assets are readily available, affordable, and future proof. From maritime sustainment and secure communications, to lifesaving helicopter missions and managing critical fleets, we ensure our customers are equipped to fulfil their mission

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.

Job req # 74537

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 Defence Security Clearance for the role, 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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