System Specialist (Supply Chain)

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KBR in Australia

With over 65 years working on some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation’s critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future.

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At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

The Opportunity:

KBR is seeking a Maritime System Specialist to lead supply chain optimisation activities across maritime systems and platforms in support of our ACS CLCM program.

The role ensures that critical spare parts, equipment, and materials required to maintain and repair maritime assets are effectively managed across their lifecycle to maximise asset availability, reliability, and cost efficiency.

The position provides system-level supply chain oversight, identifying risks and opportunities related to inventory, obsolescence, sourcing, and lifecycle cost. Through cross-functional collaboration, the Specialist develops and delivers prioritised optimisation initiatives that reduce total cost of ownership (TCO), minimise downtime, and enhance operational readiness while maintaining sustainability and cost-effectiveness.

The role also provides analytical input into AIC requirements and ensures supply chain considerations are embedded into system baselines and platform support strategies.

This position is based out of Garden Island, Sydney.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of supply chain optimisation strategies supporting maritime maintenance activities, including inventory management, procurement alignment, and distribution of critical spares and materials.
• Analyse system-level supply chain performance to identify improvement opportunities across PBS systems, including fill rates, lead times, inventory turnover, and asset availability impacts.
• Conduct regular reviews of critical spare parts holdings to identify obsolescence risks, excess inventory, and potential shortages, implementing mitigation strategies as required.
• Identify and manage obsolescence issues by evaluating alternative parts and suppliers, and ensuring approved changes are incorporated into the system baseline.
• Provide analytical support and advice regarding AIC requirements and lifecycle cost inputs.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, procurement, and logistics stakeholders to ensure supply chain strategies align with operational and technical requirements.
• Provide guidance to maintenance teams on supply chain best practices relating to spare parts selection, provisioning, and lifecycle management.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory, safety, quality, and environmental standards applicable to maritime maintenance supply chain operations.
• Utilise ERP and inventory management systems to support data-driven decision-making and performance improvement initiatives.
• Stay informed of emerging technologies and industry innovations, recommending adoption where they enhance supply resilience, efficiency, and reliability.
• Manage competing priorities within a dynamic maritime environment, demonstrating adaptability and sound judgement.

As the ideal candidate you will bring:

Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in supply chain management, with demonstrated experience supporting Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) environments within maritime, defence, heavy industry, or a related sector.
• Proven experience in spare parts optimisation, inventory management, and lifecycle support within asset-intensive environments.
• Experience using ERP and inventory management systems to support data-driven decision-making.
• Strong analytical capability, with the ability to collect, interpret, and synthesise complex data to generate actionable insights.
• Demonstrated understanding of maintenance processes, provisioning methodologies, spare parts optimisation, and inventory control principles.
• Ability to assess supply chain performance metrics (e.g. fill rates, lead times, stock turns) and translate analysis into improvement initiatives.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for modelling, analysis, and reporting.
• Effective stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally across engineering, maintenance, procurement, and logistics functions.
• Strong problem-solving capability with the ability to prioritise and manage competing demands in a dynamic operational environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and governance.

All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active Baseline Defence Security Clearance. Only candidates holding a Baseline 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.

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.

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