About the Opportunity

As the Worksite and Access Officer for Austal Defence Australia (ADA), you’ll be responsible for coordinating all worksite and access requirements, including scaffolding services, worksite logistics, contractor activities and facilities support functions across ADA shipbuilding and infrastructure operations.

The role acts as a primary interface between Facilities, Production, Construction, Project Teams and Contractors to ensure all worksite activities are safely planned, coordinated and executed without impacting vessel construction schedules, workforce productivity, or regulatory compliance.

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

- Coordinate daily worksite activities across all assigned vessel construction and ADA facilities
- Coordinate vessel access requirements including scaffolding, elevated work platforms, temporary access structures and confined space access arrangements
- Ensure access requirements are planned and delivered in accordance to production priorities and project schedules




- Conduct routine workplace inspections and safety observations
- Support incident investigations and corrective actions
- Monitor worksite readiness and ensure supporting infrastructure is available before work commences
- Coordinate shutdowns, isolations, permit requirements and access restrictions where required
- Monitor contractor performance reviews and audits when required
- Lead daily coordination meetings relating to worksite access activities, contractor activities and operational priorities

You’ll Need

- 5+ years working in heavy industry (shipbuilding, steel fabrication, oil and gas, mining or similar
- 3+ years leading and working within a multidisciplinary facilities/maintenance/utilities team
- Experience coordinating contractors, worksite activities, access systems or facilities operations
- Proficient with plant maintenance software platforms
- Knowledge in facilities service delivery, asset lifecycle management, and maintenance planning
- Scaffolding Certification (desirable)
- Eligibility for a Defence Security Clearance

Why Join Us?

- Competitive compensation and advantages package.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- A supportive and agile 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.

Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia

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