Workshop Construction Manager

About the Opportunity

Based in Henderson the Workshop Construction Manager will be responsible for leading and managing workshop construction operations, overseeing the execution of fabrication, assembly, coating, outfitting and pre-installation activities. The role provides operational leadership across the workshop scope, establishing construction strategies, production sequencing, and resource plans to achieve program objectives.

About Austal

Austal isAustralia’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.

This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.

What’s Involved

• Coordinate production activities with project teams to ensure schedules, materials, tooling and equipment are available to meet project delivery milestones.
• Lead daily manufacturing operations, managing production priorities, resolving issues and ensuring output targets are achieved safely and efficiently.
• Accountable cost performance and budget control, maintaining strong CAM governance and driving cost-effective delivery outcomes.
• Support new product introductions, change management activities and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production capability and efficiency.
• Monitor production schedules, productivity, equipment utilisation and key performance indicators to optimise operational performance.
• Lead, mentor and develop supervisors, coordinators and production personnel, fostering a high-performing, accountable and engaged workforce.
• Ensure products are manufactured in accordance with engineering specifications, quality standards and regulatory requirements, while supporting audit activities and corrective actions.
• Champion a strong safety culture by proactively managing risks, addressing hazards and ensuring compliance with company policies, industry standards and workplace safety requirements.

You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or Trade Qualification in relevant field
• Strong data analytic capability with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
• Proven capability operating in highly regulated or governance-driven environments such as Defence or heavy industry
• 5+ years’ experience in manufacturing or fabrication
• 3+ years experience supervising production teams
• Eligibility for a Defence Security Clearance

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