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 Benefits
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Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS as cheap as $14.95 P/W
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Medical Insurance for Family
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Bonus
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Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)
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Modernised Paid Parental Leave
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Veterans Leave
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Novated Lease options
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Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work
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Personal & professional training development opportunities
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Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner
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3% Super Match
Our Team:
The Thales Australia AWS business offers ship repair, maintenance and asset management / in-service support capabilities for commercial and naval ships in Australia. The business also offers the provision of docking, reticulated services and facility maintenance within Garden Island.
The Role:
Opportunity for an experienced Class Manager to oversee the maintenance services for a key naval asset class. This role ensures that all performance obligations are met while driving operational effectiveness, safety, and maintenance optimisation.
Key Responsibilities:
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Ensure compliance with seaworthiness, safety, cost, and quality objectives.
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Interface with customers on technical and operational matters.
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Oversee maintenance period planning and execution to meet mission readiness.
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Lead planning conferences and risk management activities.
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Ensure compliance with Defence Security and HSE policies.
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Drive collaboration and service excellence within the team.
What You’ll Bring:
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Qualifications in mechanical, electrical, electronic, or marine engineering
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Experience in ship-related technical or maintenance management roles.
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Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
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Experience with naval maintenance and asset management.
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Proficiency in ship building, repair, maintenance, and Navy ship systems.
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Understanding of Navy engineering and maintenance systems is desirable
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Familiarity with the Defence Seaworthiness Management System (DSwMS).
And now the fine Print!
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. To learn more about clearances please visit – http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/
It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.
We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.
Read more about our WORK180 endorsement.
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What We Do
Thales is a global high technology leader investing in digital and “deep tech” innovations – connectivity, big data, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and quantum technology – to build a future we can all trust, which is vital to the development of our societies. The company provides solutions, services and products that help its customers – businesses, organisations and states – in the defence, aeronautics, space, transportation and digital identity and security markets to fulfil their critical missions, by placing humans at the heart of the decision-making process.
