IPS Maintenance Technician
About the Opportunity
The IPS Maintenance Technician is an IPS practitioner and Defence maintenance support specialist. The position targets Defence veterans from maintenance engineering and other technical support backgrounds. The Maintenance Technician supports the development of maintenance engineering activities including analysis and plans to ensure maritime systems are supportable, maintainable, and cost-effective throughout their lifecycle. The role contributes to the development of maintenance strategies and analysis and provides engineering rigour supporting the integration of maintenance requirements into design and sustainment planning. The IPS Maintenance Technician collaborates across IPS disciplines and design engineering teams to deliver effective support solutions. The IPS Maintenance Technician works under the technical supervision of and is accountable to the program IPS Engineering or Senior Maintenance Engineer.
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
- Maintenance tasks and checklists are traceable to RCM, FMECA, and LORA methodologies
- IPS Collaboration - Maintenance tasks and checklists are traceable to RCM, FMECA, and LORA methodologies
- Operational user/maintainer experience is reflected in Maintenance task analysis, procedures and Training Design.
- Maintenance engineering activities comply with Defence standards, IPS policy, and contractual obligations
You’ll Need
Essentials:
- Must hold or be eligible to obtain a Baseline Australian Government Security Clearance (must hold Australian Citizenship
- Trade qualification in a relevant technical discipline (e.g., mechanical, electrical, marine systems.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in maintenance execution within Defence or complex asset environments.
- Familiarity with maintenance procedures, technical documentation, and safety standards.
- Understanding of IPS principles and maintenance engineering practices.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Desirable:
- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or equivalent.
- Experience in naval shipbuilding or maritime sustainment programs (desirable)
- Knowledge of Defence maintenance data systems and standards.
- Defence maintenance management experience i.e. experiences with digital maintenance tools and platforms (e.g., CMMS, ERP systems).
- Defence Training Experience.
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
