About the opportunity
Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force. We are leaders in the Defence Industry, delivering cutting-edge technology to our customers and proactively solving challenges posed by the complex and ever-changing Defence landscape.
Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence. As a BDA employee, you will join other innovative people who have the critical skills required to develop and deliver world class capabilities and systems that protect Australia and its national interests.
This is your opportunity to contribute to the future of the evolving Australian Defence environment. Advance your career with BDA where you'll be inspired, encouraged and empowered without limits.
The opportunity
Boeing Defence Australia is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Project Coordinator to join the E-7 Programs Development Team in Brisbane, Queensland.
This dynamic role will also require you to work collaboratively with a number of projects in E-7 Programs including Sustainment and International.
You will be part of an inclusive team where people truly matter. For this role we require candidates to possess the following attributes:
- Dynamic, outcome focused, innovative and likes to think outside the square
- Team orientated, influential and likes a challenge
- An advocate for diversity and inclusion and actively involved in leading change; and
- An excellent communicator who can engage and motivate diverse and geographically dispersed teams.
In this role you will be responsible for the following:
- Support program leadership team and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) with the successful execution of the project through project coordination activities in accordance with Project Management Best Practices
- Coordination of the Development project's operating rhythm and completion of associated reporting activities
- Coordination of Risk, Issues and Opportunities (RIO) management across the Development Program
- Coordination of the monthly program change board with integration requirements into block projects
- Support the development and ongoing maintenance of key project management documents, artefacts and processes
- Coordination of workforce planning meetings and associated activities
- Responsible for action item management governance, tracking, reporting and closeout
- Coordination of customer-facing meetings, for example but not limited to, the Joint Management Framework (JMF) meetings and Joint Wedgetail Enterprise Change Board (JWECB)
- Support Development program gate reviews and audit requirements (internal and external)
- Engage with project and customer stakeholders to support the development and upkeep of project specific documentation
- Monitor, analyse and report on project performance metrics. Summarise findings and develop recommendations for improvement
- Engage regularly with project stakeholders to confirm their progress in relation to their agreed project timelines
- Coordinate with the project team to debrief and compile any lessons learned and corresponding corrective actions
About you
You are an analytical thinker and effective communicator who is comfortable working both autonomously and participating collaboratively across teams. You are someone who enjoys establishing relationships with internal and external stakeholders and you are willing to work with teams to review and drive continuous improvement.
We are a business that evolves by encouraging our people to grow, so you will bring a mindset, behavior and skills to improve the business, processes and yourself.
Experience and Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in a Project Management or Coordination role
- Project management qualifications are desirable, but not essential
- Intermediate MS suite skills and experience
- Ability to effectively communicate and network across all levels of our business
- Ability to problem solve, provide critical thinking and adapt easily to fast changing situations.
- Applicants must be an Australian Citizen and hold, or have ability to obtain, an Australian defence security clearance.
Benefits
We value the health and wellbeing of our employees and offer true flexibility including working from home, compressed work weeks, and opportunities for part-time arrangements, allowing you to balance your career with what is important to you outside of work.
- We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide a mixture of flexible office and remote working options.
- We will celebrate your successes and achievements with a formal reward and recognition program and through employee awards.
- We value your professional development and will provide a vast range of formal and informal training, as well as assistance with further education.
- We offer competitive salary packaging options, and our Employee Incentive Program includes a bonus scheme and a wide range of corporate discounts.
- As part of a global company, your career opportunities extend internationally.
Culture
BDA actively encourages applications from all members of society. We believe we are our best when our workforce reflects the diverse, talented and passionate communities in which we live and operate. We are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive workplace and recognise the strength this brings to our business.
We foster an environment where every team member can bring their whole selves to work, with equal opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
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