The Opportunity

As the Materials Management Lead for Austal Defence Australia (ADA), you will be responsible for leading material codification, cataloguing, inventory data governance and stocktaking coordination across complex defence programs.

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: https://www.austal.com/ssa

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

What's Involved

- Lead/support material codification and cataloguing activities
- Maintain inventory and material master data integrity
- Partner with Engineering, Program and Supply Chain stakeholders
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Coordinate inventory control and stocktaking activities
- Support reporting,



analysis and business decision making

You'll Need Essential

- Significant experience within supply chain, logistics, engineering, defence or manufacturing environments.
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing teams.
- Experience working with ERP systems and inventory management processes.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Ability to analyse material and inventory data to support business decisions.
- Eligibility for a Defence Security Clearance.

Desirable

- Qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business or related discipline.
- Experience within Defence, Maritime or Heavy Manufacturing environments.
- IFS ERP experience.
- Knowledge of codification, cataloguing or asset management systems.

Why Join Us?

- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Career 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. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

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