Senior Supportability Engineer

About The RoleJoin a team where engineering meets impact. As a Senior Engineer (Supportability), you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the operational readiness of the Royal New Zealand Navy fleet. You’ll lead Condition Based Monitoring trials, analyse vibration and thermographic data, and provide actionable insights that directly influence maintenance strategies. This is a hands-on, high-responsibility role where your technical expertise will shape the lifecycle support of critical marine systems.Grow your career in a purpose-driven environment. At Babcock, we don’t just maintain equipment—we build capability. You’ll collaborate with skilled professionals, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement. With access to cutting-edge tools and a strong focus on safety, development, and innovation, this role offers the chance to make a real difference while advancing your own professional journey.About YouYou are a technically sharp, solutions-focused engineer with a passion for marine systems and lifecycle support. You thrive in collaborative environments, communicate clearly, and enjoy mentoring others. Your experience with CBM tools, vibration and thermographic analysis, and engineering documentation sets you apart. You’re proactive, safety-conscious, and committed to continuous improvement. If you're ready to lead technical investigations and influence maintenance decisions that keep the fleet mission-ready, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.Key Required Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving ability Experience in condition monitoring techniques, with an emphasis on vibration analysis. Effective team collaboration Excellent written and verbal communication Initiative and workload prioritisation Intermediate software proficiency in Microsoft Office suite. Positive attitude and strong work ethic Continuous improvement mindset Technical documentation and reporting skillsKey Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Marine Engineering (Washington Accord accredited), or equivalent recognised engineering qualification and subsequent experience. Eligibility for Professional Engineer membership via recognised body Desirable: ISO VCAT1, TCAT1, LCAT1 or equivalent certification Desirable: Marine Engineering Officer Certificate Class 3 or above / Navy engineering experienceYour Future At Babcock – What We Offer You We provide an agile work environment where you’re able to work onsite and remotely, and to set you up for this we provide a laptop and working from home kit if required; Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more; We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave; You’ll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan; Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus you can access two days annually from your personal leave as wellbeing days; You’ll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in living our principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & DeliverWho We AreBabcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,600 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.Some of the programs our team across Australia and New Zealand are proud to be a part of involve: Providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services through our Aviation & Critical Services business; Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships through our Marine business; Providing fleet wide through life support and asset management services for Navy customers; Managing critical assets for a range of sectors through our Land Business.So, if you would like to join us help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the Apply Now’ button below.To learn more about us visit www.babcock.com.auWe welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, the successful candidate must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and capable of obtaining a New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) Security Clearance.Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, MOJ, security check, qualifications and right to work.Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.Job Req #69380