Configuration Management Officer

Austal; Fremantle; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Professional development and training

Supportive work environment

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Austal Defence Australia (ADA) invites applications for a Configuration Management Officer to support project CM activities. Working with the Configuration Manager/Lead, you will ensure configuration data is captured, controlled, and maintained across the project lifecycle.

This role emphasizes data integrity, traceability, and compliance to enable customer acceptance of vessels and a smooth transition to sustainment within complex maritime defence programs.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Configuration Management and maritime studies.
• Strong attention to detail and organised information.
• Good problem-solving and teamwork.
• Defence programs experience beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the coordination and delivery of project Configuration Management activities.
• Assist in the completion and close-out of CM activities in line with project plans and schedules.
• Ensure accurate capture and control of configuration information and changes within a Configuration Management Tool.
• Assist with Configuration Audits, reporting, and compliance activities.
• Monitor and report Configuration Management status and progress.
• Support the Engineering Change Process, including assessing configuration impacts and facilitating change activities.
• Maintain and follow established CM processes to ensure consistent project outcomes.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Configuration Management processes and practices.
• Foster effective collaboration between internal and external stakeholders.
• Support cross-functional CM integration across project disciplines, including Engineering, Production, Integrated Logistics Support, Supply Chain, etc.

Skills

Configuration Management

Maritime studies

Detail-oriented

Team player

Defence programs experience

Education

Configuration Management qualification

Tools

CM Tool usage

Job description

As a Configuration Management Officer at Austal Defence Australia (ADA), you will play a key role in supporting the coordination and delivery of Project Configuration Management (CM) activities in accordance with approved Configuration Management plans. Working closely with the Configuration Manager/Lead, you will contribute to the effective execution of CM processes across the project lifecycle, ensuring configuration information is accurately captured, controlled, and maintained.

Your work will help ensure the integrity, traceability, and compliance of configuration data, supporting customer acceptance of each vessel and enabling a seamless transition to sustainment activities. This is an important role in maintaining quality, consistency, and configuration control across complex maritime defence programs, while supporting the successful delivery of project outcomes.

About Austal

Austal isAustralia'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.

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

What's Involved

• Support the coordination and delivery of project Configuration Management activities.
• Assist in the completion and close-out of CM activities in line with project plans and schedules.
• Ensure accurate capture and control of configuration information and changes within a Configuration Management Tool.
• Assist with Configuration Audits, reporting, and compliance activities.
• Monitor and report Configuration Management status and progress.
• Support the Engineering Change Process, including assessing configuration impacts and facilitating change activities.
• Maintain and follow established CM processes to ensure consistent project outcomes.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Configuration Management processes and practices.
• Foster effective collaboration between internal and external stakeholders.
• Support cross-functional CM integration across project disciplines, including Engineering, Production, Integrated Logistics Support, Supply Chain, ect.

You'll Need

• Qualification in Configuration Management, maritime studies, and willingness to improve.
• A keen eye for detail and a talent for keeping information organised and up-to-date.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think through complex issues.
• A team player who can build positive working relationships across different teams.
• Experience working in Defence Programs, with Systems Engineering, Integrated Logistics Support would be beneficial but not essential.
• Must either hold, or be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian 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.