JOB DESCRIPTIONTitle: Asset Sustainment ManagerWe are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers and dreamers who all share one goal — to improve the world.KBR delivers science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world.
KBR employs approximately 34,000 people performing diverse, complex, and mission-critical roles in 33 countries.For 65 years, KBR and its heritage companies are proud to have delivered some of Australia's largest and most complex projects.With around 2,000 employees in 6 primary offices throughout Australia, we are committed to social and environmental sustainability and delivering projects with a digital mindset driving innovation within our business and for our customers.We help ensure mission success on land, in the air, at sea, in space and cyberspace for our defence customers.From individual technologies and services to comprehensive project delivery and mission execution, no other company can match the breadth and depth of KBR.KBR comprises a diverse team who provide a broad spectrum of capabilities across Australia and the Asia Pacific.
Our proven project teams readily address complex and multi-disciplinary activities, providing low-risk and cost-effective solutions to the defence force.Capability Life Cycle Manager (CLCM)The CLCM is integrated into the System Program Office (SPO) and contracted to deliver through-life asset management of Products being supported (PBS).
The CLCM performs asset, sustainment and engineering functions to optimise availability and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and minimise risk through life of the PBS.
The CLCM works collaboratively via the SPO with Regional Maintenance Centre's (RMC) to plan maintenance activities and installation of capability upgrades.
The CLCM works collaboratively via the SPO with the Design Services Contract (DSC) to plan and execute engineering changes and services.
The CLCM delivers functions against the contract scope across the Asset Class Enterprise to support Defence Maritime Capability.The Opportunity:KBR is seeking an experienced Asset Sustainment Manager to provide senior leadership and direction across the ACS CLCM Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain/AIC, and Optimisation functional groups.Acting as the Deputy to the CLCM Program Director (CLCM PD), the Asset Sustainment Manager will be responsible for the provision of Asset Sustainment and Management Services, facilitating Sustainment Material Stewardship, and will drive continuous improvement and performance across the CLCM.The Asset Sustainment Manager will be authorised to direct efforts of the CLCM organisation within the constraints of the approved contract.The Asset Sustainment Manager will be required to work on-site out of Garden Island Defence Precinct, Sydney, Australia.Responsibilities:Provide a cooperative and collaborative workforce environment to achieve the contract objectives.Develop a positive ACS CLCM culture with the Commonwealth through open communication and discussing all issues with transparency.Accountable to the CLCM PD to deliver and maintain the AWP and FYWP (Work Programs).Provide short to long term strategic forward planning.Provide team integration and interaction outcomes between the ACS CLCM and the Asset Capability Enterprise (ACE) which includes the ACS Assets key staff.Drive continuous Improvement and Performance Analysis across the ACS CLCM / ACE.Demonstrates understanding of the ISO 55001 standard.Provide vessel seaworthiness assurance to the CoA.Direct reports are:Engineering Support ManagerMaintenance Support ManagerSupply Chain / AIC ManagerAsset Optimization ManagerContract Standing Capability ManagerAs the ideal candidate you will bring:Essential:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or equivalent experience coupled with relevant qualifications.Minimum 10-15 years' experience in undertaking project management.Minimum of 10 years' experience in a Defence or related technical industry (CASG/Defence Programmes/Defence Industry).Experience in taking responsibility for engineering decisions within a complex regulatory framework and ensuring that safe operations are maintained.Requires in-depth and/or breadth of expertise in own discipline and broad knowledge of other disciplines within the engineering / ILS realm.Requires relevant experience to manage and provide:Leadership and direction.Senior organisation and administration management skillsPeople communication skillsStrategic sustainment forward planning and optimisation of effort.Risk Management controls.Financial Control.Verbal and Written Communication.Desired:Project Management qualifications.Minimum of 10 years' experience in Project management (Defence or Defence Industry).Experience in Engineering, Maintenance and ILS product delivery.Experience with Department of Defence systems (Tools).All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active Negative Vetting 1 Defence Security Clearance.
Only candidates holding an NV1 Clearance or above should apply.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 pathwaysIf you're ready to shape tomorrow, let's get started.
Apply Now!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.KBR is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and diverse work environment.
We encourage candidates of all abilities to apply.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.
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