Job Title Change Management LeadLocation Perth CBDWHY AUSTALAustal (ASX: ASB) is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor and maritime technology partner of choice; designing, constructing and supporting defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators. The company operates shipbuilding and sustainment facilities in Australia, the USA, Philippines and Vietnam.Austal Australia is delivering multiple naval shipbuilding and sustainment programs for the Royal Australian Navy, Australian Border Force and the Department of Defence, employing approximately 1,000 people in facilities in located Western Australia, Queensland and the Northern Territory. Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement (SSA)With an exciting pipeline of future work for the Australian Defence Force at the Henderson Shipyard, now is the time to join us to be a part of some meaningful work in a dynamic and outcome focussed environment. The SSA is about establishing the capability within the Henderson Precinct, and Western Australia, to continuously build vessels for the Commonwealth. It will be led by Austal, and will require the engagement of local industry, supply chain and workforce to be successful. Working within the SSA will provide career development opportunities whilst working alongside experienced, dedicated, and passionate industry professionals, in a collaborative, dynamic and outcome focused environment.About the OpportunityReporting to the Transformation Change Manager, The Change Management Lead, is a key role within the Business Transformation function, responsible for delivering change management services across projects and initiatives aligned with the SSA Transformation Program and Capability Strategy. This role provides specialist advisory services in organisational change management, supporting a portfolio of priority projects across the business. This role primarily focuses on identifying and managing the change impacts and -the related people risk to the program of work.You will be responsible for:Leading change management activities for projects and initiatives aligned with the SSA Transformation Program, ensuring changes are prioritised and executed.Manage a portfolio of projects across SSA requiring fit for purpose and varying levels of change management advisory and specialist hands on support.Identify, plan and implement change management requirements to support successful project outcomes.Collaborate with Project Managers, Program Managers, Sponsors and key stakeholders to develop and implement effective change management plans.Develop and maintain detailed change artefacts, work plans and schedules to ensure timely delivery of change initiatives.Apply and utilise Austal’s Change Management Framework, processes, tools, activities Support the Leader-Led Change capability development for Austal’s people leaders, Change Champions,  Project Managers, and key internal and external stakeholders to strengthen organisational change maturityEnhance organisational capability in change management through coaching and mentoring. Ensure governance and compliance with SSA reporting requirements.Work closely with Project Managers to integrate change activities into overall project plans, risk management plans  and program schedules. Skills and ExperienceTertiary qualification in a relevant field e.g. Management, Organisational Development or CommunicationsHold a Change Management certification at practitioner level or higher (Prosci)Minimum 5+ years’ experience leading and managing digital change initiatives in complex organisation environments.Designing and implementing fit for purpose change management practices, methodologies, tools, processes and activitiesDemonstrated experience in change impact and complexity assessments, mapping change requirements, design and delivery of sustainable change in a long-term setting, communicating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Providing change management services in a portfolio of projects in multiple concurrent functional areas. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbalAbility and commitment to establishing and maintaining strong working relationships. Demonstrable experience working in fast and complex organisational environments. Due to the Security Clearance required for this position, applicants must be an Australian Citizen and eligible to obtain and uphold a Baseline Security Clearance through the Australian Department of Defence. BenefitsTrue work/life balance with a 9-day fortnightCompetitive salary package and generous employee benefits (including EAP, retailer discounts, and salary sacrificing where applicable)Professional development and training opportunitiesA supportive and dynamic work environment with an established mentor programReal opportunities for genuine career advancement within our growing global organisationCultureOur global team is guided by a universal set of values that describe the focus of our efforts; Excellence - Customer Focus - Integrity - Team Work.Our goal is for all our decisions and actions to reflect these core values. We believe that putting our values into practice creates the greatest benefits for our shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and communities in which we serve.Austal Giving supports our local communities through in-kind and financial support of various charities and organisations that focus on improving health, education and the environment.Austal provides a safe and inclusive work environment for all employees. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all abilities, cultural background, age and gender to apply. AUD Perth 6000

Change Management Lead

Job Title Change Management Lead

Location Perth CBD

WHY AUSTAL

Austal (ASX: ASB) is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor and maritime technology partner of choice; designing, constructing and supporting defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators. The company operates shipbuilding and sustainment facilities in Australia, the USA, Philippines and Vietnam.

Austal Australia is delivering multiple naval shipbuilding and sustainment programs for the Royal Australian Navy, Australian Border Force and the Department of Defence, employing approximately 1,000 people in facilities in located Western Australia, Queensland and the Northern Territory.

 

Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement (SSA)

With an exciting pipeline of future work for the Australian Defence Force at the Henderson Shipyard, now is the time to join us to be a part of some meaningful work in a dynamic and outcome focussed environment.

The SSA is about establishing the capability within the Henderson Precinct, and Western Australia, to continuously build vessels for the Commonwealth. It will be led by Austal, and will require the engagement of local industry, supply chain and workforce to be successful.

Working within the SSA will provide career development opportunities whilst working alongside experienced, dedicated, and passionate industry professionals, in a collaborative, dynamic and outcome focused environment.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Transformation Change Manager, The Change Management Lead, is a key role within the Business Transformation function, responsible for delivering change management services across projects and initiatives aligned with the SSA Transformation Program and Capability Strategy. This role provides specialist advisory services in organisational change management, supporting a portfolio of priority projects across the business. This role primarily focuses on identifying and managing the change impacts and -the related people risk to the program of work.

You will be responsible for:

  • Leading change management activities for projects and initiatives aligned with the SSA Transformation Program, ensuring changes are prioritised and executed.
  • Manage a portfolio of projects across SSA requiring fit for purpose and varying levels of change management advisory and specialist hands on support.
  • Identify, plan and implement change management requirements to support successful project outcomes.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers, Program Managers, Sponsors and key stakeholders to develop and implement effective change management plans.
  • Develop and maintain detailed change artefacts, work plans and schedules to ensure timely delivery of change initiatives.
  • Apply and utilise Austal’s Change Management Framework, processes, tools, activities
  • Support the Leader-Led Change capability development for Austal’s people leaders, Change Champions,  Project Managers, and key internal and external stakeholders to strengthen organisational change maturity
  • Enhance organisational capability in change management through coaching and mentoring. Ensure governance and compliance with SSA reporting requirements.
  • Work closely with Project Managers to integrate change activities into overall project plans, risk management plans  and program schedules.

 

Skills and Experience

  • Tertiary qualification in a relevant field e.g. Management, Organisational Development or Communications
  • Hold a Change Management certification at practitioner level or higher (Prosci)
  • Minimum 5+ years’ experience leading and managing digital change initiatives in complex organisation environments.
  • Designing and implementing fit for purpose change management practices, methodologies, tools, processes and activities
  • Demonstrated experience in change impact and complexity assessments, mapping change requirements, design and delivery of sustainable change in a long-term setting, communicating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Providing change management services in a portfolio of projects in multiple concurrent functional areas.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability and commitment to establishing and maintaining strong working relationships.
  • Demonstrable experience working in fast and complex organisational environments.

 

Due to the Security Clearance required for this position, applicants must be an Australian Citizen and eligible to obtain and uphold a Baseline Security Clearance through the Australian Department of Defence.

 

Benefits

  • True work/life balance with a 9-day fortnight
  • Competitive salary package and generous employee benefits (including EAP, retailer discounts, and salary sacrificing where applicable)
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • A supportive and dynamic work environment with an established mentor program
  • Real opportunities for genuine career advancement within our growing global organisation

Culture

Our global team is guided by a universal set of values that describe the focus of our efforts; Excellence - Customer Focus - Integrity - Team Work.

Our goal is for all our decisions and actions to reflect these core values. We believe that putting our values into practice creates the greatest benefits for our shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and communities in which we serve.

Austal Giving supports our local communities through in-kind and financial support of various charities and organisations that focus on improving health, education and the environment.

Austal provides a safe and inclusive work environment for all employees. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all abilities, cultural background, age and gender to apply.

  • Posted Date 09 May 2025
  • Location Perth
    WA / Australia
  • Industry Consulting & Strategy
  • Job Type Full Time
  • Salary Not provided