Production Engineer

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

Benefits @ Thales Australia

• Contribute to a facility that play key roles in protecting Australia’s sovereignty
• Mulwala – Located 3 hours from Melbourne, on Lake Yarrawonga, close to Mount Hotham to ski, on the cusp on picturesque wine regions with a thriving hospitality industry
• Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS as cheap as $14.95 P/W
• Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)
• Modernised Paid Parental Leave
• Veterans Leave
• Novated Lease options
• Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work
• Personal & professional training development opportunities
• Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner

Who are we?

Our Munitions teams in Mulwala produce propellants, explosives and munitions for defence and commercial uses. With ongoing investment into research and development, we produce some of the world’s most high-performing guided weapons and explosive ordnance systems. And being at the forefront of a rapidly evolving industry gives our teams constant opportunities to build on their technical expertise.

Role Responsibilities Include

• Provide technical support for waste water treatment and energetic waste destruction operations, ensuring seamless troubleshooting and effective solutions.
• Continuously analyse and optimise energetic waste destruction processes to enhance efficiency, safety, and environmental sustainability.
• Ensure compliance to the facility’s EPA licence.
• Manage day-to-day production activities, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and administrative systems.
• Offer valuable technical advice and lead projects related to energetics waste treatment and facility upgrades for improved efficiency and safety.
• Coordinate various audits, studies, and continuous improvement tasks, fostering a team-based culture to drive performance.
• Occasional Interstate travel may be required

How About You?

• Current Australian Citizen with eligibility to attain NV1 and ITAR
• Degree and experience in Chemical Engineering, Chemical Science, Chemistry or Biologist
• Previous experience with Waste Water Treatment with a focus on Biological Nutrient Removal
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality system, HAZOP assessment methodology

Good to Know

You’ll get an email acknowledgement after you’ve applied. Thales strives to provide a personalised experience for all applicants.

A Defence security clearance is required for this role, and hence applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. To learn more about clearances please visit – http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) apply to this role, and hence your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

Prior to offer, you will be asked to complete a pre-employment police and medical check.

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