Title:

AIC Manager

Title:

Australian Industry Capability (AIC) Manager

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About KBR:

KBR delivers science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 34,000 people performing diverse, complex, and mission-critical roles in 33 countries. 

For 65 years, KBR and its heritage companies are proud to have delivered some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects.

With around 2,000 employees in 6 primary offices throughout Australia, we are committed to social and environmental sustainability and delivering projects with a digital mindset driving innovation within our business and for our customers.

We help ensure mission success on land, in the air, at sea, in space and cyberspace for our defence customers.

From individual technologies and services to comprehensive project delivery and mission execution, no other company can match the breadth and depth of KBR.

KBR comprises a diverse team who provide a broad spectrum of capabilities across Australia and the Asia Pacific. Our proven project teams readily address complex and multi-disciplinary activities, providing low-risk and cost-effective solutions to the defence force.

Capability Life Cycle Manager (CLCM)

The CLCM is integrated into the System Program Office (SPO) and contracted to deliver through-life asset management of Products being supported (PBS). The CLCM performs asset, sustainment and engineering functions to optimise availability and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and minimise risk through life of the PBS. The CLCM works collaboratively via the SPO with Regional Maintenance Centre’s (RMC) to plan maintenance activities and installation of capability upgrades. The CLCM works collaboratively via the SPO with the Design Services Contract (DSC) to plan and execute engineering changes and services. The CLCM delivers functions against the contract scope across the Asset Class Enterprise to support Defence Maritime Capability.

The Opportunity:

The Australian Industry Capability (AIC) Manager will be responsible for the identification, development, and inclusion of AIC opportunities within the CLCM contract to maximise sovereign capabilities.

The AIC Manager will be responsible for sovereign suppliers, market testing, developing collaborative business models, and negotiating with Australian companies to participate in CLCM Services across the ACS Enterprise.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible to the Principal Asset Manager for provision of AIC Services within the CLCM Contract and the AIC Plan.

• Responsible for facilitating AIC Stewardship across the ACS Enterprise including Supply Chain.

• Conduct of AIC Risk Management across the ACS Enterprise.

• Responsible for liaison with Australian Industry bodies to seek compatible capabilities for the program and actively seeks to reduce barriers to entry.

• Responsible for facilitating local Industry engagement activities and the provision of status reports as required on AIC opportunities and their actual and projected economic benefits.

• Responsible for promoting local capability into the Global Supply Chain.

• Responsible to the Principal Asset Manager for driving Continuous Improvement and Performance Analysis across the ACS Enterprise.

• Demonstrates understanding of the ISO 44001 standard.

• Other duties as directed.

As the ideal candidate you will bring:

Essential:

• Requires a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in:

• Australian Industry Capability;

• Commercial / Business Development;

• Procurement / Supply Chain Management;

• Technical Engineering.

• Degree qualified in Engineering and /or Business, or with equivalent AIC Management experience.

• A solid understanding of Maritime engineering, ILS, supply support, maintenance support with a minimum of 8 years of related experience.

• In depth knowledge of the Australian Defence industry.

• Risk Management.

• Commercial negotiation skills.

All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active Negative Vetting 1 (NV1) Defence Security Clearance. Only candidates holding a NV1 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!

KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and diverse work environment. We encourage candidates of all abilities to apply.

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.