About the OpportunityThe Piping and Mechanical Outfit Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and supervising piping and mechanical outfitting activities during vessel construction. The role ensures that pre-outfitting, block outfitting, onboard installation, and system completion are executed in accordance with approved drawings, class rules, P&M; standards, and project schedules, supporting on time delivery of new vessels
About AustalAustal 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 current 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 Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.
What’s Involved
Planning & Coordination:
- Coordinate piping and mechanical outfitting activities during unit fabrication, block fabrication, block join, and onboard installation stages.
- Review approved shipyard drawings, piping isometrics, system schematics, 3D model and BOMs prior to work execution
- Plan and optimize pre-outfitting and block outfitting sequences to maximize work completion before block erection in collaboration with ship construction management
- Coordinate with fabrication,



electrical and fit out departments to minimize rework and clashes
- Ensure timely availability of piping spools, valves, supports, and mechanical equipment in line with the build schedule
- Resource management of a team of supervisors including disciplinary, time and attendance issues.
Installation & Supervision
- Coordinate supervision resources for the installation of shipboard piping systems including but not limited to ballast, bilge, firefighting, cooling water, fuel oil, lube oil, hydraulic, and service systems
- Coordinate installation, alignment, and fastening of mechanical equipment such as pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, fans, machinery skids and drive lines.
- Monitor shipyard and subcontractor manpower for productivity, workmanship, and adherence to approved methods
- Work with ship construction management to review constructability and access issues during block and onboard outfitting
Quality Control & Class Compliance
- Ensure all outfitting works comply with class society rules (DNV, ABS, LR, BV, etc.), flag-state requirements, and approved drawings
- Support inspections with class surveyors, owners’ representatives, and shipyard QA/QC
- Coordinate pressure testing, flushing, blowing, and preservation of piping systems
- Ensure proper tagging, system identification, and completion of as-built and OQE documentation
- Close punch lists and support system readiness for commissioning





Safety & Shipyard Compliance
- Enforce shipyard HSE policies during block fabrication, lifting, and onboard outfitting activities
- Conduct toolbox talks and risk assessments (JSA) for piping and mechanical works- Ensure compliance with permit-to-work systems, especially for hot work and confined spaces
Progress Control & Reporting
- Track progress of piping and mechanical outfitting against newbuilding milestones
- Report daily and weekly status including manpower, material readiness, and constraints
- Coordinate with planning and engineering teams to mitigate schedule risks and improve workflow
You’ll Need
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering or appropriate Trade certificate
- Minimum 5 years of experience in shipbuilding newbuilding projects
- Familiarity with shipyard workflows and newbuild commissioning processes
- Strong ability to read and interpret shipyard drawings, P&IDs;, and piping isometrics
- 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

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📌 Piping & Mechanical Outfit Co-ordinator (Henderson)
🏢 Austal
📍 Henderson