Configuration Management Offic
About the Opportunity
As the Configuration Management Officer for Austal Defence Australia (ADA), is responsible for assisting in the coordination and delivery of Project Configuration Management (CM) activities in accordance with the CM Plan. The Configuration Officer will assist the Configuration Manager/Lead with the conduct of project activities to meet both project and Austal CM goals. Effective CM activity on this Project will support customer acceptance of each vessel and enable successful handover to sustainment activities.
About Austal
Austal is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor; and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam.
Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We’re driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers.
Learn more at austal.com/ssa
This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.
What’s Involved
- Assist in the coordination & delivery of the project CM activities.
- Assist in the completion and close out of CM activities in accordance with the plans and schedules.
- Ensure the correct capture of configuration information/changes within Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tool.
- Assist in the coordination & conduct of Configuration Audit and reporting activities.
- Regularly report CM status accounting
- Assist in the coordination, maintenance and assessment of CM impacts for the project Engineering Change process.
- Adhere to and maintain processes required to ensure outputs are delivered consistently.
- Contribute to the continual improvement of established processes.
- Facilitate teamwork between internal and external parties.
- Integration of disciplines across Project activities (eg CM to Design, Design to Production, etc).
You’ll Need
- Certificate IV or higher level in technical discipline.
- A maritime degree or trade qualification would be considered highly desirable.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- A supportive and dynamic work environment.
- Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.
At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply.
Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia
