Configuration Officer

The Opportunity: KBR is seeking a Configuration Officer to support configuration management activities in support of the ACS CLCM maritime sustainment program based in Garden Island, Sydney. Reporting to the Configuration & Data Manager, you will manage configuration workflows and transactions, apply configuration management principles within a Systems Engineering environment, assess and coordinate configuration changes, and represent the team at Configuration Control Boards. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with engineering and defence stakeholders to ensure the integrity, accuracy, and control of critical asset information.

Responsibilities

• Review and manage changes required to the configuration baselines of the PBS Review and examine the integrity of metadata and conduct data queries relating to verification of updates to the configuration baseline
• 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 directly with members of the ACSSPO as required to execute your tasks
• Develop good relationships with sub-contract agencies
• Liaise closely with the Engineering Team, Ship Superintendents and Waterfront Engineers to ensure compliance with the Configuration Management Plan.
• Under broad direction and in consultation with the Configuration and Data Manager, actively assist the Configuration Team and other stakeholders
• Execute day-to-day activities in accordance with the Configuration Management Plan
• Independently apply Configuration Management techniques in the context of Systems Engineering on Navy Maritime Assets, make decisions on Configuration change, and represent the team in Configuration Control Boards.
• Safeguarding the health, safety, and welfare of those within the organisation.

As the ideal candidate you will bring Essential

• 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

Desirable

• Diploma, or equivalent, qualification in a recognised Engineering related discipline
• Experience in the Department of Defence
• Experience in Configuration Management Tool (CMT)/TeamCentre
• Experience in Asset Maintenance Planning System (AMPS)

What we will offer you

• A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
• Flexible working
• Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
• 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

All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active Baseline Defence Security Clearance. Only candidates holding a Baseline Clearance or above should apply.

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.

KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People - We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver - We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity - We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what's right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower - We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams - We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.