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BMT is a leading global consultancy in design, engineering, science, and risk management in the maritime sector, known for excellence and innovation. BMT's Maritime Defence & Security team is growing and we are looking for Maritime Engineering professionals to join our team in Perth, Sydney & Melbourne to support our Maritime Sustainment & Development programs in 2026 and beyond. Your work at BMT will have a direct impact on national defence and security. You will be an essential part of the intricate system that safeguards our country and ensures the safety of our maritime assets.
Job Responsibility:
Lead the system safety program to ensure all hazards are systematically identified, analysed, and controlled to a level that is SFARP, in accordance with Defence policy and applicable regulatory frameworks
Develop and maintain the System Safety Case, including safety arguments, evidence sets, endorsements, including development of the Safety Case Reports
Oversee hazard identification, analysis, and risk evaluation activities in accordance with MIL STD 882E and Defence safety frameworks, including ownership of the Class Hazard Log
Define, review, and assure the adequacy of preventive and mitigative controls, and coordinate verification activities (test, inspection, analysis, trials) to confirm control implementation and effectiveness
Manage hazard analysis and risk evaluation activities under MIL‑STD‑882E, including ownership of the Class Hazard Log and its configuration control
Provide technical safety leadership across engineering disciplines, integrating safety requirements into design changes, maintenance, upgrades, and exercising delegated Technical Authority
Evaluate engineering changes, defects, and incidents for safety impact, support certification and regulatory compliance, and facilitate Safety/Engineering Boards with wide stakeholder engagement
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, or related discipline)
Demonstrated experience in Systems Safety Engineering, preferably within the Australian Defence or Maritime sectors
Strong knowledge of system safety standards (e.g., MIL-STD-882, IEC 61508) and safety management methodologies
Ability to facilitate safety workshops and communicate complex safety concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Security Clearance: Must hold or be eligible to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance (NV1 minimum)
Nice to have:
Experience with the "in-service" or sustainment phase of asset management is highly desirable
Previous RAN surface vessel experience and Japanese language skills are highly advantageous
What we offer:
Remote, hybrid, and part-time work options
Competitive salary offering, performance bonuses, and companywide bonuses as part of being an employee benefits trust
Defence Reserve Leave enabling defence reservist employees to undertake ADF obligations without financial disadvantage