Scaffolder
About the Opportunity
Join Austal as a Scaffolder in Henderson WA and play a key role in supporting the construction, maintenance and sustainment of defence and commercial vessels from our Henderson facility. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for the safe erection, modification, inspection and dismantling of scaffolding structures, ensuring trades and production teams have safe and reliable access to complete their work. Working in a dynamic shipbuilding environment, you'll contribute to projects of national significance while enjoying stable employment, ongoing development opportunities and the chance to be part of Australia's growing maritime industry.
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 Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia
This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.
What’s Involved
- Erecting scaffolding of various types
- Determining job requirements and planning/configuring scaffolding
- Fixing guardrails
- Dismantling job after completion
- Loading and unloading materials/equipment
- Maintain good house keeping by removing potential obstructions and returning unused equipment to designated storage areas
- Conducting regular scaffold inspections/safety audits
Dues to production requirements at times there is expectation you will also be required to
- Facilitate maintenance activities and yard work
- Painting activities, including line marking and walkways
- Forklift operations
- Removal and emptying of construction waste bins from vessels
You’ll Need
- Australian Full Working Rights
- HRWL â SB, SI or SA
- HRWL â LF
- HRWL â CB
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 https://www.austaljobs.com/australia
