Job Description

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.

Benefits @ Thales

• Competitive remuneration + Super + Bonus + Free Medical Insurance

• Personal & professional training development opportunities

• Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS

• Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)

• Modernised Paid Parental Leave

• Veterans Leave

• Novated Lease options

• Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work

The role:

Based in Garden Island, opportunity for Mechanical and Structural Maintenance Coordinators to join our Above Water Systems team. Managing work packages within major Naval and Commercial projects. You’ll oversee safety, cost, schedule, and quality, ensuring smooth project execution alongside Managers, Project Managers, and Supervisors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain high safety standards and enforce environmental policies.

• Monitor workplace safety and implement corrective measures.

• Oversee project execution, managing client relationships and subcontractors.

• Coordinate trade supervisors and subcontractors to meet project timelines.

• Track project progress, address risks, and report to managers.

• Analyse labour hours and material costs to meet financial targets.

• Ensure compliance with quality and technical standards.

• Attend meetings to monitor progress and resolve project challenges.

About you:

• Qualification in Engineering, Project Management, or relevant trade experience.

• Strong safety leadership in complex industrial environments.

• Previous Superintendent experience is an advantage.

• Experience in costing, technical proposals, and financial processes.

• Background in shipbuilding, ship repair, heavy engineering, or civil engineering is beneficial.
  

The fine prints:

After you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We’ll then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress the selection and assessment process.

Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police checks.

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.