About the Role
KBR is seeking a Configuration Officer to support configuration management activities for the ACS CLCM maritime sustainment program in Garden Island, Sydney. This role involves managing configuration workflows, applying principles within a Systems Engineering environment, assessing changes, and representing the team at Configuration Control Boards, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of critical asset information.
Responsibilities
- Review and manage changes to the configuration baselines of the PBS.
- Review and examine metadata integrity and conduct data queries for configuration baseline updates.
- Review and manage configuration changes and deviations.
- Participate in Configuration Control Boards.
- Deliver Configuration Status Accounting data and services.
- Respond to external audits and Corrective Action Reports.
- Liaise with the ACSSPO to execute tasks.
- Develop relationships with sub-contract agencies.
- Liaise with the Engineering Team, Ship Superintendents, and Waterfront Engineers to ensure compliance with the Configuration Management Plan.
- Assist the Configuration Team and stakeholders under broad direction.
- Execute day-to-day activities in accordance with the Configuration Management Plan.
- Independently apply Configuration Management techniques in Systems Engineering for Navy Maritime Assets, make decisions on Configuration change, and represent the team in Configuration Control Boards.
- Safeguard the health, safety, and welfare of those within the organisation.
Requirements
- At least 5 years’ experience in an engineering or similar role (preferably within the Defence industry).
- Experience in Stock Control and Planned Maintenance (SCPM).
- Must be eligible for ITAR clearance of relevant ship systems.
- Must hold and maintain an active Baseline Defence Security Clearance.
- Compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) is required.
Skills
- Configuration Management
- Systems Engineering
- Data Management
- Auditing
- Stakeholder Management
- Configuration Management Tool (CMT)/TeamCentre (Desirable)
- Asset Maintenance Planning System (AMPS) (Desirable)
Location
- Garden Island, Sydney
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 5+ years
Education Level
- Diploma or equivalent qualification in a recognised Engineering related discipline (Desirable)
Salary/Compensations
- Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
Benefits
- A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
- Flexible working
- Paid parental leave
- Income protection
- Corporate rewards
- Salary packaging/Novated leasing
- Employee stock purchase plans
- Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance
- Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways
About the Company
- KBR delivers science, technology, and engineering solutions to governments and companies worldwide.
- KBR employs approximately 38,000 people globally, with customers in over 80 countries and operations in over 29 countries.
- KBR has over 65 years of experience in Australia, supporting critical infrastructure, energy transition, and national security priorities.
- KBR has around 2,000 employees in Australia focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions.
- KBR is passionate about its people and its Zero Harm culture, fostering an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow.
Equal Opportunity
- KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.
- As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.
