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.
Our Benefits
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"Competitive remuneration + Super + Bonus + Free Medical Insurance
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ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment
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Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS as cheap as $15.50 P/W
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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"
Our Team
Our Above Water Systems team designs and engineers commercial and naval ships – as well as providing in-service support capabilities. We’re proud to bolster Australia’s sovereign capability through operational support to our Navy. With ongoing training programs and a team of over 500, our people have room to grow and move as they make a meaningful contribution to Australia’s Defence.
The role
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Risk Manager to join our dynamic team at Garden Island. You will play a pivotal role in independently managing and leading Risk & Opportunity Management activities for bids, projects, programs, and portfolios within the Above Water Systems Business. Your expertise in both qualitative and quantitative risk management, coupled with a strategic and operational mindset, will be essential in ensuring the success of our projects.
Key Responsibilities:
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Support Bid, Project, Control Account, and Work Package Managers in developing and maintaining Risk & Opportunity Management data.
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Ensure accurate representation of work, monitoring deviations to the Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB).
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Implement a robust Risk Management Process compliant with ISO:31000:2018 and the Defence Risk Management Framework (DRMF).
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Lead Quantitative Risk Analysis, including Monte Carlo simulations.
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Manage Program Risk and Opportunities, ensuring proper capture, description, and assignment.
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Coordinate and oversee Risk Mitigation projects and actions.
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Ensure compliance of all risk management elements with IBR contractual requirements.
Your Experience
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TAFE, Tertiary, or Qualification in Business or Engineering, or equivalent.
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Proven demonstrated ability to manage risk on large/complex projects
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Good working knowledge of AS/NZS ISO 31000:2018 – Risk Management Principles and guidelines.
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Familiarity with the Australian Defence Forces Risk Management Framework (DRMF).
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Experienced in Primavera and Scheduling Tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Open Plan).
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Use of Schedule risk analysis tools such as Acumen Risk and ARM by SWORD or equivalent.
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Use of Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA) tools such as Primavera Risk Analysis or Acumen Risk or similar to develop probabilistic schedules (P80 and P90, etc.) for both cost and schedule.
We Encourage You To Apply
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.
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.