Contract and Supply Chain Manager – Program Delivery (Austal • Rockingham, Western Australia, Australia)
About The Opportunity Based in Henderson, WA, the Contract & Supply Chain Manager – Program Delivery is responsible for leading the strategic and operational delivery of contract management and supply chain functions across major defence shipbuilding programs. This role will oversee end‐to‐end commercial, contractual, and procurement activities, ensuring alignment between head contract obligations and supplier frameworks while driving performance, compliance, and risk mitigation across a complex and high-value program environment.
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. 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
Lead contract and supply chain teams across complex shipbuilding programs
Oversee supplier and subcontractor management, ensuring performance and compliance
Maintain commercial governance of head contracts, including risk and obligations management
Ensure alignment of contract requirements across all supplier agreements




Drive supplier performance through KPI monitoring and corrective actions
Lead contract variations, claims, and dispute resolution processes
Partner with program teams to ensure integrated delivery outcomes
Establish and maintain governance frameworks aligned with defence and regulatory standards
Identify and mitigate commercial, contractual, and supply chain risks
Drive continuous improvement across contract management and supply chain functions
You'll Need
15+ years' experience in senior contract or commercial leadership roles
Demonstrated experience managing high‐value, high‐risk contracts in defence, shipbuilding, or heavy industry
Tertiary qualification in Law, Commerce, Business, Supply Chain or related discipline
Strong commercial acumen and experience managing complex negotiations and supplier relationships
Proven leadership experience managing cross‐functional teams and stakeholders
Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle or similar)
Australian Citizenship (mandatory)
Eligibility for a Defence Security Clearance
Why Join Us?
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Professional development and leadership opportunities
A supportive and dynamic work environment
Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation
At Austal we are committed to providing a secure 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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📌 Contract And Supply Chain Manager - Program Delivery (Western Australia)
🏢 Austal
📍 Western Australia