Data Management Officer

About the role

We’re pleased to invite applications for the position of Data Management Officer, to join our Data Management team.

Based in Mawson Lakes, SA and reporting to the Data Management Team Lead, you will work closely with project and engineering teams to ensure accurate cataloguing, storage, and retrieval of critical data, documentation, and media.

In this pivotal role, you’ll deliver comprehensive document and data management services for our Naval Combat Systems (NCS) division.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a successful multi-disciplined Engineering team and work alongside industry leaders and like-minded engineers.

We work in a fast-paced, demanding, challenging as well as time sensitive environment; we’re diverse, global, resilient, adaptable and agile, therefore the ability to solve problems is critical.

Along with satisfaction & rewards that comes with working for a global defence company, you can expect a generous salary, a range of outstanding benefits & an inclusive working environment.

This position also offers Flexible working options and a 9 Day Fortnight.

As part of your specific responsibilities, you will:

• Receive, register, control, and distribute supplier and customer data.
• Manage the distribution of controlled documents and media.
• Handle Defence Safe Hand items, including receiving and dispatching.
• File, index, and retrieve records to meet project and organisational needs.
• Prepare, register, and dispatch data and documentation for delivery or archiving.
• Track and report on approved configuration changes.
• Support software releases by preparing status reports and release documentation.

About you

Your skills and experience will include:

• 3+ years of Defence industry experience in project-based or engineering environments.
• Strong internal customer liaison skills.
• High level of computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience managing soft and hard copy data in an engineering environment.
• Knowledge of Defence Safe Hand practices.
• Proficiency in data management systems for registering and tracking documents.
• Familiarity with archiving techniques and library practices for organising and retrieving media.

Qualification & Personal Attributes:

• Industry-recognised Data Management training or equivalent experience (Desirable).
• Collaborative, accountable, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities under pressure.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and results-driven.
• Collaborative and accountable in team environments.

As Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an NV1 clearance.

Join us and contribute to the success of key Defence projects. Apply today!

About us

Saab Australia is a defence, security and cyber solutions provider, specialising in the development and integration of major defence and security systems. For over 30 years in Australia, we have built a reputation for delivering complex systems integration projects that provide proven and advanced capabilities to keep us ahead of today’s challenges.

From combat, communications, security and underwater systems to mixed reality, cyber security and deployable health solutions, our extensive portfolio of products and services provide high-technology solutions for defence forces and civil industries across the globe.

Apply today to join our crew and deliver solutions with purpose.

Culture and benefits

We employ over 1000 Australians and are committed to fostering a culture of excellence and enriching the employee experience.

By joining Saab, you’ll be a part of a collaborative and supportive organisation, where your professional growth and work-life balance are emphasised.  You’ll work within an innovative and vibrant workplace, while having the opportunity to develop a long-term, fulfilling career.

As a valued team member of Saab Australia, you’ll access a variety of perks and benefits to support you and your family including:

• 6 weeks paid leave each year
• 13.5% Superannuation
• Free Income Protection Insurance
• Flexible working options
• Access to the Saab shares matching scheme
• Access to MySaab; our online store offering everything from cash back at hundreds of stores to discounts from exclusive partners

For further information about a career at Saab, visit the page adjacent:

https://www.saab.com/markets/australia/careers/saab-life

Applications

Click ‘Apply’ to submit your CV and cover letter in support of your application. Kindly observe that this is an ongoing recruitment process and in exceptional circumstances, the position might be filled before the closing date of the advertisement. We encourage applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

By submitting an application to Saab, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities including, but not limited to:  reference checks, Australian Federal Police check, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening and a pre-employment medical declaration.

Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds.

Saab Australia is a nationally recognised Veteran Employer of Choice and welcomes the interest of ex-service members, veterans and their families