Senior Configuration Management Officer

About the Opportunity

Based in Cairns, QLD / Henderson, WA.  The Senior Configuration Management Officer is responsible for assisting in the coordination and delivery of Project Configuration Management (CM) activities in accordance with the CM Plan. The Configuration Officer will assist the Configuration Manager/Lead with the conduct of project activities to meet both project and Austal CM goals.  Effective CM activity on this Project will support customer acceptance of each vessel and enable successful handover to sustainment activities

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. 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 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  Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia

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

What’s Involved

Drive the coordination and delivery of project Configuration Management (CM) activities and CDRL deliverables.

• Ensure timely completion and closeout of CM activities in line with plans and schedules.
• Capture and manage configuration information and changes using advanced CM tools.
• Coordinate and conduct Configuration Audits, prepare audit packs, and participate in Physical Configuration Audits.
• Regularly update and report on CM status.
• Support the CM Team Lead and act as the CM lead in their absence, showcasing your leadership skills.
• Process and manage Engineering Changes, ensuring all documentation is complete for review and approval.
• Manage the distribution of Engineering Changes to relevant stakeholders, ensuring seamless collaboration across teams.
• Maintain and improve processes to ensure consistent delivery of outputs.
• Foster teamwork between internal and external parties, integrating disciplines across project activities (e.g., Design to Production, Electrical to Mechanical).
• Perform secretariate duties for Engineering Review Boards and Configuration Control Boards.

You’ll Need

• Certificate IV or higher level in technical discipline
• Relevant maritime degree or trade qualification preferred

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