About the Opportunity
Based in Henderson theField Engineerswill be responsible for providing onsite engineering support during the construction, assembly, and commissioning phases of shipbuilding projects.
This role acts as a key interface between the design office, production teams, subcontractors, and quality control ensuring that engineering plans and specifications are implemented correctly and efficiently in a agile and complex shipyard environment.
We are seeking SMEs with extensive experience in one or more of the following disciplines:
Structural/Fabrication
Pipe and Mechanical Systems
Interior Fitout/Shipwright
Electrical systems
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.
This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance.
The maritime is now.
What's Involved
Provide technical support to production teams during vessel construction




Act as the discipline SME for your area of expertise
Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and production requirements
Resolve construction and installation issues in the field
Support quality, safety and schedule performance objectives
Work closely with Engineering, Production, Planning and Quality teams
Identify opportunities to improve build efficiency and productivity
Assist with commissioning, testing and defect resolution as required
You'll Need
5+ years of hands on shipbuilding experience
Extensive production-based knowledge within one or more of the key disciplines listed above
Robust understanding of shipbuilding processes, standards and construction methodologies
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
Excellent problem solving and communication skills
A proactive approach to safety, quality and continuous improvement
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.
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📌 Field Engineer (Western Australia)
🏢 Austal Ships
📍 Western Australia