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Asset Management Specialist

KBR -
Sydney NSW

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Job Details

Full-time
4 days ago

Benefits

Complimentary flu shots
Parental leave
Salary packaging
Insurance services

Qualifications

Engineering

Full Job Description

Location Sydney, New South Wales Category Logistics & Government Services Job Type Full time Job Id R2125349 Posted Date 06/23/2026

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title:

Asset Management Specialist

At KBR – We do things that matter.

We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 38,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 29 countries.

KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.

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KBR in Australia

With over 65 years working on some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation’s critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future.

Learn more about KBR in Australia

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

The Opportunity:

The Asset Management Specialist forms part of the asset optimisation team and undertakes the asset optimisation function. The Asset Management Specialist reports directly to the Engineering Manager to assure delivery of the Asset Optimisation Program activities in accordance with the area requirements and the approved Asset Management Plan.

The Asset Management Specialist holds an Engineering delegation, executes risk based technical advice on sustainment optimisation activities in support of the Principal Engineer (PE).

This is a permanent full-time opportunity and based in Sydney.

The successful candidate must hold a Baseline security clearance or higher.

Responsibilities:

Lead PO data cleansing and validation activities across MSD, including closing redundant or inactive POs and correcting data anomalies

Lead and deliver asset optimisation activities, including stakeholder supervision, integration planning, and alignment with program schedules.

Drive continuous process improvements to enhance system reliability, availability, and maintainability within contract boundaries.

Monitor optimisation progress, proactively resolve delays, and manage critical or at-risk tasks to keep delivery on track.

Identify, report, and mitigate risks such as resource constraints, schedule conflicts, and system issues in collaboration with the Engineering Manager.

Conduct root cause analysis and condition monitoring to identify failure modes and implement corrective maintenance and engineering improvements.

Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to refine designs, maintenance strategies, specifications, and develop cost-effective reliability improvement business cases.

Ensure compliance, governance, and documentation standards are met while fostering strong cross-functional relationships, stakeholder engagement, and a safe, integrated team environment.

As the ideal candidate you will bring:

Demonstrated experience in Reliability, Availability & Maintainability (RAM) and FMECA, with at least 5 years of practical application in engineering projects.

Strong experience in Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM) and Level of Repair Analysis (LORA).

Proven ability to analyse system needs and requirements, translating them into clear, actionable engineering specifications.

Sound judgement in making engineering decisions within complex regulatory environments, ensuring safe and compliant operations.

Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and relationship-building capabilities with both clients and internal teams.

Experience supporting reliability outcomes through lifecycle analysis, including Life Cycle Cost (LCC) analysis and spares modelling (desirable).

Relevant qualifications and industry exposure, such as an engineering degree (or equivalent), change management experience, defence industry background, and eligibility for ITAR clearance.

All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active Baseline Defence Security Clearance. Only candidates holding a Baseline Clearance or above should apply.

What we will offer you:

A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work

Flexible working

Competitive salary (including annual reviews)

Paid parental leave

Income protection

Corporate rewards

Salary packaging/Novated leasing

Employee stock purchase plans

Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance

Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways

If you’re ready to shape tomorrow, let’s get started. Apply Now!

Please note. Shortlisting will take place as applications are received, therefore the advertisement may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.

As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.

Notice to Third Parties/Recruitment Agencies: KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes or any liability associated with fees or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties who have not been engaged directly on this job opportunity. Candidates interested in applying are welcome to submit their application online.

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