Job Location: This role is based at Osborne Naval Shipyard, Adelaide.
We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and/ or hybrid working.
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:
The Facilities Services Planner is responsible for planning and coordinating preventative maintenance activities for shipyard infrastructure, facilities, and assets. The role manages asset information within the MEX Asset Management System, ensuring maintenance activities are effectively scheduled and reported to support safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
Core Duties:
- Maintain accurate asset information for shipyard facilities, infrastructure, plant, and equipment.
- Administer and maintain asset records within the MEX Asset Management System, ensuring data integrity and reliability.
- Plan, schedule, and monitor preventative maintenance activities for new and existing assets.
- Develop and maintain maintenance and asset performance reports, providing clear visibility to stakeholders.
- Monitor maintenance systems, highlighting outstanding actions, compliance requirements, ISO 55001 asset management obligations, internal audit findings, and emerging risks.
- Support the management of shipyard assets through effective maintenance planning and asset lifecycle information management.
- Provide the Site Maintenance Manager with visibility of current and future maintenance activities, priorities, and workload forecasts.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and service providers to support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of shipyard facilities and infrastructure.
About You
- Australian citizen and eligible to obtain and maintain the required clearance level. (Essential).
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
- Strong experience in all Microsoft Office packages, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
- Previous experience in defence or related industry and understanding of shipyard operations.
- Minimum Cert IV Trade based qualifications in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical or Equivalent.
- Previous Maintenance Planning experience would be an advantage.
- Well-developed self-management skills and demonstrated ability to work under your own initiative to deliver outputs to time, quality and cost.
The Team
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.
