About the OpportunityAustal Defence Australia (ADA) is seeking a Paint Lead who will be responsible for delivering a Program Paint Management plan in accordance with the requirements of the Paint Management Standard and relevant Program Paint specification. About AustalAustal 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. ADA are driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers. Learn more at austal.com/ssaThis is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now. What’s Involved Lead the implementation of the ADA Surface Treatment Management Standard on Programs of work.Lead the development of Surface Treatment processes aligned to key Production stakeholders, including integration of surface treatment requirements within Fabrication processes.Review scopes of work and related Inspection Test plans for compliance with specified Quality standards.Develop and implement Paint Plans, consistent with the relevant Tasking Statement paint specification requirements.Develop and implement Quality Assurance procedures aligned to the ADA Shipbuilding policy.Monitor and where identified support the improvement of performance of ADA Suppliers delivering Shipbuilding painting operations.Review and monitor ADA Supplier compliance to OQE requirements.Review and monitor ADA Supplier Quality Control processes and procedures.Review and monitor non-conformance in accordance with the ADA non-conformance procedure.Identify, assess, and mitigate risk in ADA Supplier paint operations.Continuously review and improve project processes to improve business operations and the quality of Austal supplied products.Support training and awareness of paint control requirements, procedures, and best practices within the ADA Quality team.You’ll Need NACE 2 Certification or Diploma/higher qualification in Paint or related discipline5+ years’ experience in painting operations in marine based environmentsDetailed knowledge of paint techniques, materials and equipment including methods for paint inspection and testing ins support of efficient operations.In-depth understanding of industry standards and codesProficient in paint software and toolsStrong analytical and problem solvingInternal auditor training (Nationally Accredited) 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.Veterans are encouraged to apply.Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia AUD Henderson 6166

Paint Lead

About the Opportunity

Austal Defence Australia (ADA) is seeking a Paint Lead who will be responsible for delivering a Program Paint Management plan in accordance with the requirements of the Paint Management Standard and relevant Program Paint specification.

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. ADA are 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

  • Lead the implementation of the ADA Surface Treatment Management Standard on Programs of work.
  • Lead the development of Surface Treatment processes aligned to key Production stakeholders, including integration of surface treatment requirements within Fabrication processes.
  • Review scopes of work and related Inspection Test plans for compliance with specified Quality standards.
  • Develop and implement Paint Plans, consistent with the relevant Tasking Statement paint specification requirements.
  • Develop and implement Quality Assurance procedures aligned to the ADA Shipbuilding policy.
  • Monitor and where identified support the improvement of performance of ADA Suppliers delivering Shipbuilding painting operations.
  • Review and monitor ADA Supplier compliance to OQE requirements.
  • Review and monitor ADA Supplier Quality Control processes and procedures.
  • Review and monitor non-conformance in accordance with the ADA non-conformance procedure.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate risk in ADA Supplier paint operations.
  • Continuously review and improve project processes to improve business operations and the quality of Austal supplied products.
  • Support training and awareness of paint control requirements, procedures, and best practices within the ADA Quality team.

You’ll Need

  • NACE 2 Certification or Diploma/higher qualification in Paint or related discipline
  • 5+ years’ experience in painting operations in marine based environments
  • Detailed knowledge of paint techniques, materials and equipment including methods for paint inspection and testing ins support of efficient operations.
  • In-depth understanding of industry standards and codes
  • Proficient in paint software and tools
  • Strong analytical and problem solving
  • Internal auditor training (Nationally Accredited)

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.

Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia

  • Posted Date 26 Feb 2026
  • Location Henderson
    WA / Australia
  • Industry Construction
  • Job Type Full Time
  • Salary Not provided