Graduate Engineer

About Us:

Eptec delivers across a diverse range of industry sectors, including naval, defence, marine. Recent projects undertaken by the Eptec Group include Hobart Class Air Warfare Destroyers (AWDs), Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs), Collins Class Submarine Full Cycle Dockings (FCDs) in South Australia, and now the Hunter Class Frigate Program.

About the Role:

We are currently seeking a recent graduate to join our Defence Solutions team as a Graduate Engineer based out of our office in Henderson. You will have the opportunity to work on some exciting projects that are crucial to maintaining our nation's defense assets. You will also receive mentoring and training from our experienced engineers and project managers, who will help you develop your skills and grow your career.

On offer to the candidate:

• Coaching and training from our senior management team
• Permanent full-time position
• Mobile phone and laptop computer
• Opportunity to advance within the company.
• A fun and dynamic working culture.
• An opportunity to gain experience in the Defence Industry
• Access to company funded Employee Assistance Program

Key Responsibilities:

Project Coordination:

• Coordinate project elements including QA/QC, logistics, reporting, compliance, subcontractor management, equipment control, and supplies.
• Support project management through administrative tasks such as managing project briefs, schedules, action logs, budgets, and performance monitoring.

Documentation & Planning:

• Prepare project documentation including project plans, Gantt charts, and specifications for minor projects.
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality requirements and align with best practices and company standards.

Risk Management & Compliance:

• Assist with risk analysis and develop mitigation and contingency plans.
• Undertake job safety analysis for unfamiliar or non-routine work processes.
• Prepare cost estimates and specifications to support procurement processes.

Project Performance:

• Contribute to achieving key project performance baselines and objectives.
• Establish and monitor project controls to ensure delivery within quality, time, and cost constraints.

Requirements:

• Recently graduated with an engineering degree in Civil, Material Science, Mechanical or similar.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and techniques.
• Computer and software skills, including Microsoft Office.
• A valid driver's license and car
• Australia Citizen

Join a dynamic and diverse team

At the Eptec Group, our values foster a collaborative, caring, performance-focused culture that supports a safe and secure working environment for all our teams, stakeholders and clients.  We are committed to a workplace culture that strongly supports diversity and inclusion and we welcome applications from across the community.

We are keen to invest in individuals with the right attitude, who want to progress their career.  We will support the successful candidate with training and development, and we provide a great working environment, and highly competitive remuneration.

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 appropriate clearances.

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