Reliability Engineer

KBRRockhampton Regional, QLD, Australia

29 days ago

Job description

Location : Garden Island, Sydney.

Role : Reliability Engineer supporting the delivery of a sovereign sustainment capability to the Royal Australian Navy’s Amphibious Combat and Support Ship fleet.

About the Role

The Reliability Engineer works with the Reliability and MRD Program Lead to deliver asset management services in accordance with the CLCM contract. The role focuses on identifying and solving problems related to the reliability of systems and equipment to increase overall uptime and availability, and to reduce failures and downtime.

Responsibilities

Analyze systems and equipment failure historical data to identify patterns and trends.
Use statistical analysis to predict system reliability and risk of failure.
Conduct failure investigation and root cause analysis (FTA, FBD, RBD, 5‑whys, Fishbone, FMECA, FRACAS, RCM analysis, etc.) to determine underlying causes and prevent recurring failures.
Conduct standard activity and maintenance task analysis to identify and minimize possible gaps in recommended maintenance.
Analyze performance metrics and benchmark performance across the platform against the RAM metrics.
Document and communicate reliability analysis and testing results.
Develop and implement new maintenance strategies and routine maintenance checks to reduce risk and improve system performance.
Research new technology and processes that can improve equipment performance and reliability.
Collaborate with other departments to ensure reliability is integrated into all aspects of the organization.
Develop and implement training programs for employees.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).

Minimum of 8 years of experience in a defence‑related technical industry such as maritime, rail, manufacturing, water, mining or oil and gas.

Strong knowledge of reliability engineering and statistical analysis.

Experience with reliability‑centred maintenance (RCM) tools and techniques.

Strong knowledge and thorough understanding of systems, equipment, tools and their functionality, safety, application, fault diagnosis, operating and maintenance requirements.

Excellent understanding of maintenance strategy, planning, policy and implementation.

Proficiency in software tools including MS Office and reliability software (OPUS, MADe, eLESPro, etc.) to support LSAR.

Training in LSA or MRD or equivalent vocational training.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience in applying RCM 2 and RCM 3 and MIL‑STDs for RCM.

Experience in using DEF(AUST) 5691 and 5692.

Experience using DOORS.

Experience with ship systems preferred.

Experience with Department of Defence design delivery.

All candidates must hold and maintain an active Baseline Defence Security Clearance; only candidates holding a Baseline Clearance or above should apply.

Benefits

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.

Apply now to shape tomorrow’s maritime capabilities : KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture.

Other Information

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

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Reliability Engineer • Rockhampton Regional, QLD, Australia