Shift Superintendent
Job Location: This role is based in Osborne, SA.
We offer a range of flexible working arrangements including a 9-day fortnight.
Who we are:
Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.
From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.
Role Description:
We have an exciting leadership opportunity for a Shift Superintendent within our Surface Ships team in Osborne, SA for afternoon and night shifts.
Reporting to Trades manager Capability (Structural), the Shift Superintendent is responsible for organising supervisors in different streams, subcontractors and trades resources to complete activities and tasks for specific projects. It will ensure all activities associated with the manufacture, production and assembly of components are produced in the most cost-effective way, whist maintaining an efficient use of resources and meeting all safety, design, quality and budget requirements.
Based at Osborne Shipyard, this is a permanent full-time salaried role offering a 9-day fortnight. Note, due to the nature of the role, full-time on-site attendance and shift work is a requirement.
Core Duties:
- Manage daily shift operations to support production, maintenance activities and toolstore operations
- Plan, manage and execute the delivery of production outputs to the required standard, as agreed with stakeholders
- Improve the Production team capability, by identifying and developing team members to take up future leadership roles
- Provide reports on production activities, including progress against plans, and cost performance reporting
- Coordinate work activities, facilitate running of meetings, control activities of teams, provide training and use of work instructions, procedures, work steps and work orders
- Provide operational oversight and support to maintenance teams within designated areas.
- Ensure all shift services are delivered in line with the production schedule and operational priorities and provide feedback to build strategy and propose any changes for improvement
- Monitor and manage safety, incidents, environmental compliance, costs, performance and work backlogs.
- Act within approved delegations of authority, including decision-making on shift and assist Resource planning for the team
- Complete and control permits, acting as Permit Authority when required.
- Manage and maintain work orders in accordance with company requirements and procedures
- Ensure compliance with the Safety Health and Environment (SHE) Management System, mitigating risks and improving overall SHE performance
About You
- Demonstrated experience in delivering shipyard services and supervision
- Experience in the supervision of large complex engineering and construction products related to materials, fabrication, welding, and inspection and testing
- Demonstrated good communication skills with ability to interact effectively with colleagues within and outside the immediate team
- A strong commitment to safe work practices with an ability to motivate individual and team across a number of business areas to shape and implement business requirements
- Trade qualification and appropriate licenses is desirable
Hunter Class Frigate Program
BAE Systems Australia is leading the largest ever surface ship project in Australia’s defence history – the design and build of Hunter class frigates. The Hunter Class Frigate Program is transforming Australia’s shipbuilding industry by supporting the building of a world-class, continuous naval shipbuilding capability for our nation
Why BAE Systems?
Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.
A place where everyone can thrive
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.
We support our veteran community through VetNet Australia, along with initiatives such as Reserve Service Leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program, and partner-supported programs.
We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.
We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment.
Security statement
Please note, as a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances. (Remove for non-ITAR role) International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information
