Senior Business AnalystLocation HendersonWHY AUSTALAustal (ASX: ASB) is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor and maritime technology partner of choice; designing, constructing and supporting defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators. The company operates shipbuilding and sustainment facilities in Australia, the USA, Philippines and Vietnam.Austal Australia is delivering multiple naval shipbuilding and sustainment programs for the Royal Australian Navy, Australian Border Force and the Department of Defence, employing approximately 1,000 people in facilities in located Western Australia, Queensland and the Northern Territory. Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement (SSA)With an exciting pipeline of future work for the Australian Defence Force at the Henderson Shipyard, now is the time to join us to be a part of some meaningful work in a dynamic and outcome focussed environment. We are on our path towards becoming the Commonwealths "Strategic Shipbuilder" in the West, aiming to be in contract for the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement (SSA). Join us for this exciting opportunity to be part of continuous naval shipbuilding, contributing and significant work for the Australian Defence Force. The SSA will establish an overarching program which enables the design and build of vessels at the Henderson Shipyard. The objective of the SSA is to possess the capacity and capability to initially deliver Landing Craft Medium & Heavy for the Australian Army in supporting continuous naval shipbuilding in WA.The SSA is about establishing the capability within the Henderson Precinct, and Western Australia, to continuously build vessels for the Commonwealth. It will be led by Austal, and will require the engagement of local industry, supply chain and workforce to be successful. Working within the SSA will provide career development opportunities whilst working alongside experienced, dedicated, and passionate industry professionals, in a collaborative, dynamic and outcome focused environment. About the OpportunityThe Senior Business Analyst is a pivotal member of the SSA Capability team, driving collaborative efforts to deliver exceptional results. In this role, you will be...Lead the development and continuous refinement of SSA capability roadmaps, driving process improvements to enhance organisational effectiveness and alignment with strategic objectives.Oversee strategic process optimisation by designing and implementing advanced process models to drive organisation-wide efficiencies and achieve significant operational improvements, ensuring alignment with key strategic imperatives.Formulate and present comprehensive business cases to secure strategic investment in SSA capability uplifts, demonstrating clear alignment with SSA objectives and maximising return on investment.Support financial evaluations, including comprehensive cost/benefit analyses, to optimise investment decisions for all proposed business cases, ensuring alignment with enterprise-wide financial objectives.Establish and govern a strategic enterprise-wide process optimisation plan, ensuring alignment with organisational imperatives and delivering measurable improvements in operational efficiency and effectiveness.Drive continuous improvement initiatives to ensure sustained operational excellence and organisational performance. Skills and ExperienceA Diploma in Business Analysis, Strategic Management, or a related discipline, coupled with extensive senior-level experience in driving complex business transformations.Demonstrated experience in leading large-scale business process re-engineering initiatives, developing sophisticated process models, and directing the strategic implementation of enterprise-level IT systems.Proven ability to provide strategic oversight of business systems, driving operational excellence and aligning technology solutions with overarching organisational goals.Advanced experience in leveraging enterprise-level business analysis tools and the full suite of Microsoft Office applications to deliver strategic insights and drive data-driven decision-making.Expertise in leading strategic change management initiatives, employing advanced methodologies to drive organisational transformation and ensure seamless adoption of new processes and technologies.Extensive experience in engaging and influencing senior executive stakeholders, building strategic partnerships, and driving consensus on complex business initiatives. Due to the Security Clearance required for this position, applicants must be an Australian Citizen and eligible to obtain and uphold a Baseline Security Clearance through the Australian Department of Defence. BenefitsTrue work/life balance with a 9 day fortnightCompetitive salary package and generous employee benefits (including EAP, retailer discounts, salary sacrificing and novated leasing, where applicable)Professional development and training opportunitiesA supportive and dynamic work environment with an established mentor programReal opportunities for genuine career advancement within our growing, global organisationCultureOur global team is guided by a universal set of values that describe the focus of our efforts; Excellence - Customer Focus - Integrity - Team Work.Our goal is for all our decisions and actions to reflect these core values. We believe that putting our values into practice creates the greatest benefits for our shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and communities in which we serve.Austal Giving supports our local communities through in-kind and financial support of various charities and organisations that focus on improving health, education and the environment.Austal provides a safe and inclusive work environment for all employees. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all abilities, cultural background, age and gender to apply.  AUD Henderson 6166

Senior Business Analyst

Senior Business Analyst

Location Henderson

WHY AUSTAL

Austal (ASX: ASB) is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor and maritime technology partner of choice; designing, constructing and supporting defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators. The company operates shipbuilding and sustainment facilities in Australia, the USA, Philippines and Vietnam.

Austal Australia is delivering multiple naval shipbuilding and sustainment programs for the Royal Australian Navy, Australian Border Force and the Department of Defence, employing approximately 1,000 people in facilities in located Western Australia, Queensland and the Northern Territory.

 

Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement (SSA)

With an exciting pipeline of future work for the Australian Defence Force at the Henderson Shipyard, now is the time to join us to be a part of some meaningful work in a dynamic and outcome focussed environment.

We are on our path towards becoming the Commonwealths "Strategic Shipbuilder" in the West, aiming to be in contract for the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement (SSA). Join us for this exciting opportunity to be part of continuous naval shipbuilding, contributing and significant work for the Australian Defence Force.

The SSA will establish an overarching program which enables the design and build of vessels at the Henderson Shipyard. The objective of the SSA is to possess the capacity and capability to initially deliver Landing Craft Medium & Heavy for the Australian Army in supporting continuous naval shipbuilding in WA.

The SSA is about establishing the capability within the Henderson Precinct, and Western Australia, to continuously build vessels for the Commonwealth. It will be led by Austal, and will require the engagement of local industry, supply chain and workforce to be successful.

Working within the SSA will provide career development opportunities whilst working alongside experienced, dedicated, and passionate industry professionals, in a collaborative, dynamic and outcome focused environment.

 

About the Opportunity

The Senior Business Analyst is a pivotal member of the SSA Capability team, driving collaborative efforts to deliver exceptional results. In this role, you will be...

  • Lead the development and continuous refinement of SSA capability roadmaps, driving process improvements to enhance organisational effectiveness and alignment with strategic objectives.
  • Oversee strategic process optimisation by designing and implementing advanced process models to drive organisation-wide efficiencies and achieve significant operational improvements, ensuring alignment with key strategic imperatives.
  • Formulate and present comprehensive business cases to secure strategic investment in SSA capability uplifts, demonstrating clear alignment with SSA objectives and maximising return on investment.
  • Support financial evaluations, including comprehensive cost/benefit analyses, to optimise investment decisions for all proposed business cases, ensuring alignment with enterprise-wide financial objectives.
  • Establish and govern a strategic enterprise-wide process optimisation plan, ensuring alignment with organisational imperatives and delivering measurable improvements in operational efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to ensure sustained operational excellence and organisational performance.

 

Skills and Experience

  • A Diploma in Business Analysis, Strategic Management, or a related discipline, coupled with extensive senior-level experience in driving complex business transformations.
  • Demonstrated experience in leading large-scale business process re-engineering initiatives, developing sophisticated process models, and directing the strategic implementation of enterprise-level IT systems.
  • Proven ability to provide strategic oversight of business systems, driving operational excellence and aligning technology solutions with overarching organisational goals.
  • Advanced experience in leveraging enterprise-level business analysis tools and the full suite of Microsoft Office applications to deliver strategic insights and drive data-driven decision-making.
  • Expertise in leading strategic change management initiatives, employing advanced methodologies to drive organisational transformation and ensure seamless adoption of new processes and technologies.
  • Extensive experience in engaging and influencing senior executive stakeholders, building strategic partnerships, and driving consensus on complex business initiatives. 

Due to the Security Clearance required for this position, applicants must be an Australian Citizen and eligible to obtain and uphold a Baseline Security Clearance through the Australian Department of Defence.

 

Benefits

True work/life balance with a 9 day fortnight

Competitive salary package and generous employee benefits (including EAP, retailer discounts, salary sacrificing and novated leasing, where applicable)

Professional development and training opportunities

A supportive and dynamic work environment with an established mentor program

Real opportunities for genuine career advancement within our growing, global organisation

Culture

Our global team is guided by a universal set of values that describe the focus of our efforts; Excellence - Customer Focus - Integrity - Team Work.

Our goal is for all our decisions and actions to reflect these core values. We believe that putting our values into practice creates the greatest benefits for our shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and communities in which we serve.

Austal Giving supports our local communities through in-kind and financial support of various charities and organisations that focus on improving health, education and the environment.

Austal provides a safe and inclusive work environment for all employees. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all abilities, cultural background, age and gender to apply.

 

  • Posted Date 01 Apr 2025
  • Location Henderson
    WA / Australia
  • Industry Information & Communication Technology
  • Job Type Full Time
  • Salary Not provided