Senior Supply Support Analyst
Henderson, Western Australia

• Work on high profile naval shipbuilding projects
• 9 Day fortnight
• Paid professional association membership (Engineers Australia)

WHY AUSTAL
Austal (ASX: ASB) is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor and maritime technology partner of choice; designing, constructing, and supporting defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators. The company operates shipbuilding and sustainment facilities in Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam.
Austal Australia is delivering multiple naval shipbuilding and sustainment programs for the Royal Australian Navy, Australian Border Force, and the Department of Defence, employing approximately 1,000 people in facilities in located Western Australia, Queensland and the Northern Territory.
Learn more at austal.com.

Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement (SSA)
With an exciting pipeline of future work for the Australian Defence Force at the Henderson Shipyard, now is the time to join us to be a part of some meaningful work in a dynamic and outcome focussed environment.
We are on our path towards becoming the Commonwealths “Strategic Shipbuilder” in the West, aiming to be in contract for the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement (SSA). Join us for this exciting opportunity to be part of continuous naval shipbuilding, contributing and significant work for the Australian Defence Force.
The SSA will establish an overarching program which enables the design and build of vessels at the Henderson Shipyard. The objective of the SSA is to possess the capacity and capability to initially deliver Landing Craft Medium & Heavy for the Australian Army in supporting continuous naval shipbuilding in WA.
The SSA is about establishing the capability within the Henderson Precinct, and Western Australia, to continuously build vessels for the Commonwealth. It will be led by Austal, and will require the engagement of local industry, supply chain and workforce to be successful.
Working within the SSA will provide career development opportunities whilst working alongside experienced, dedicated, and passionate industry professionals, in a collaborative, dynamic and outcome focused environment.

Why Defence Industry
Defence in Australia is a $40 bn per annum industry that is growing faster than many other sectors in the economy. In Western Australia, the defence industry is set for even faster growth to support the country’s need to increase its defence capabilities.
A career in defence industry rewards collaboration, curiosity and ingenuity. Defence Industry attracts talent with research, manufacturing and technology skills which means our people come from many backgrounds, bringing a rich and diverse culture.

About the Opportunity
Providing senior supply support services within the Integrated Supplier Support team to acquisition programs, the incumbent will. Ensuring that the correct spares, equipage, support & test equipment, and training equipment is managed and provided to the customer on time and within the approved budget. Identifying improvements to Austal supply support business processes to achieve efficiencies and reduce the scheduled time taken and managing team capability and performance against established objectives to ensure a proactive and responsive customer service culture is maintained.

• Development of the supply support concept to the requirements of the contract and to ensure effective vessel/equipment availability requirements are achieved.
• Lead and manage Program supply support officers
• In collaboration with the maintenance team, assist with the specification of the ship’s spare parts and maintenance support items required by the contract;
• Manage and deliver the spares, ship’s outfit, and support & test equipment on time and on budget.
• Develop and manage the data and codification requirements relating to the supplies.
• Perform effective collaboration with other disciplines including Project Management, Configuration Management, maintenance, and Supply Chain.
• Understand and apply business processes.
• Manage assigned personnel including performing staff development functions.
• Support lean and efficient methods in delivery of contracted activities.
• Other tasks as directed.

Skills and Experience

• Qualifications or experience in supply chain management, engineering, a relevant trade and/or logistic
• 5 years’ experience in logistic support
• Excellent computer skills
• Understanding of the importance and role of data in the logistics program.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills
• Problem solving and independent decision making.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a team.
• Experience in Defence contract logistic programs
• Maritime experience
• Knowledge of ISO 55000 Asset Management desirable

Due to the Security Clearance required for this position, applicants must be an Australian Citizen and eligible to obtain and uphold a Baseline Security Clearance through the Australian Department of Defence.

Benefits

• True work/life balance with a 9-day fortnight
• Competitive salary package and generous employee benefits (including EAP, retailer discounts, salary sacrificing and novated leasing, where applicable)
• Professional development and training opportunities
• A supportive and dynamic work environment with an established mentor program
• Real opportunities for genuine career advancement within our growing, global organisation

Culture
Our global team is guided by a universal set of values that describe the focus of our efforts; Excellence - Customer Focus - Integrity - Team Work.
Our goal is for all our decisions and actions to reflect these core values. We believe that putting our values into practice creates the greatest benefits for our shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and communities in which we serve.
Austal Giving supports our local communities through in-kind and financial support of various charities and organisations that focus on improving health, education, and the environment.
Austal provides a safe and inclusive work environment for all employees. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all abilities, cultural background, age, and gender to apply.