Project Administrator
About the Opportunity
Based in Henderson, the Project Administrator will be responsible for providing program support and administrative services. Reporting to the Project Manager and working closely with project team members and production, this role supports the delivery of work packs to production, reporting activities, and project coordination.
This role would suit someone early in their career or looking to build experience in project administration.
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. With operations spanning multiple sites, Austal offers diverse career opportunities in trades, maintenance, engineering support, project services, corporate functions and operational delivery.
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
- Prepare and issue Workpacks to Production trades, supporting timely delivery against project schedules
- Track Workpack progress from release to completion, maintaining accurate records and documentation
- Compile and distribute weekly and monthly project reports, ensuring information is accurate and up to date
- Provide general administrative support to the Project Management team, including correspondence, filing, and maintaining registers
- Coordinate project and client meetings, including scheduling, logistics, minute-taking, and updating action registers
- Act as a key administrative contact for project enquiries, directing queries to the appropriate stakeholders
You’ll Need
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- High attention to detail and strong literacy and problem-solving skills
- Some administrative, project support, or transferable experience (desirable)
- Certificate II in Business/Office Administration or similar (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. Veterans are also encouraged to apply.
Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia
