Engineering Delivery Manager

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

Our Australian Munitions teams in Benalla and Mulwala produce propellants, explosives and munitions for defence and commercial uses. Supported by ongoing investment into research and development, we produce some of the world’s most high-performing guided weapons and explosive ordnance systems. And being at the forefront of a rapidly evolving industry gives our teams constant opportunities to build on their technical expertise.

In this pivotal role, you will focus on technical delivery management for a project aimed at integrating new hot forging, machining & metal treatment capabilities into an existing manufacturing facility.

Working at our sites in Benalla on Pangerang and Yorta Yorta land, your role purpose is to -

• Manage an engineering team to integrate new forging capabilities into an existing manufacturing facility

• Oversee & direct engineering activities carried out by the Project Team to ensure the effective delivery of Work Packages

• Ensure the delivery of technical solutions within the project budget, including tracking and taking measures to improve productivity, managing the schedule in line with the work breakdown structure and associated engineering milestones

• Responsible for ensuring Project Work Packages meet specifications, safety and regulatory requirements and quality standards

• Contribute to project peer reviews to reduce engineering risks and increase confidence to delivery

• Steward meetings involving engineering team members, clients or executive members to provide work package updates, or to troubleshoot technical issues with relevant stakeholders

On day one in this role, we'll expect you to bring the following skills, experience and behaviours: 

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Mechanical/ Automation/ Mechatronics Engineering or related fields, with experience in manufacturing processes. Metallurgical experience is beneficial.

• Proven experience in a technical/engineering leadership role in a related technical domain

• Proven track record in managing and coordinating of projects in complex industrial or automated manufacturing environments

• High level of interpersonal and verbal communication skills as well as the ability to lead and inspire multi-disciplinary teams

As part of our Commitment, we offer:

• Competitive remuneration + Super + Health Insurance

• ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment

• Support to Defence reservists

• Veterans leave

• Fitness Passport Discount – access to a network of gyms across AUS

• Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (travel, car hire, technical, medical insurance)

• Modernised Paid Parental Leave

• Novated lease options

• Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work

• Personal and professional training opportunities

• Sonder – wellbeing and support partner

• Access to a network of the best people (a Nobel Prize winner on our staff list!)

• And much more!

Good to Know

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You must be able to hold a NV1 Defence Clearance. To learn more about clearances please visit – http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/

Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and (role dependent) medical checks.

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