Defence System Safety Lead - MIL-STD-882E Expert

Austal; Fremantle; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Austal in Henderson, WA is seeking a System Safety Lead to implement MIL‑STD‑882E based methodologies across Defence shipbuilding programs. You will lead safety assurance activities, engage with stakeholders, and drive safety deliverables and a proactive safety culture throughout the project lifecycle.

The role requires a tertiary Engineering degree, CPEng eligibility, and a minimum of 5 years' experience in Defence System Safety.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering or related discipline.
• CPEng or ability to achieve accreditation.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Defence System Safety programs or a related specialist field.
• Demonstrated experience applying MIL-STD-882E or equivalent System Safety frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of System Safety methodologies across Defence programs.
• Establish, maintain, and continuously improve safety processes, procedures, and workflows.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customer, classification society, and subcontractor engagement relating to system safety.
• Lead and facilitate System Safety Forums, workshops, and stakeholder reviews.
• Prepare and manage key safety deliverables, including System Safety Program Plans, Hazard Logs, Hazard Analysis Reports, and Safety Case Reports.
• Identify, manage, and report engineering and project safety risks to key stakeholders.
• Support emerging projects and business initiatives by championing safety best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement and promote a proactive system safety culture across the organisation.

Skills

System Safety

MIL-STD-882E

Defence industry knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Risk management

Education

Engineering degree

CPEng eligibility

Job description

Austal in Henderson, WA is seeking a System Safety Lead to implement MIL‑STD‑882E based methodologies across Defence shipbuilding programs. You will lead safety assurance activities, engage with stakeholders, and drive safety deliverables and a proactive safety culture throughout the project lifecycle.

The role requires a tertiary Engineering degree, CPEng eligibility, and a minimum of 5 years' experience in Defence System Safety.