Program Delivery Controls Manager – Defence Shipbuilding (WA)

Austal-7; City Of Cockburn; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Professional development and training

Dynamic work environment

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Austal, based in Henderson, WA, is seeking a Program Delivery Controls Manager – Defence Shipbuilding to lead an integrated controls capability across Defence shipbuilding programs, delivering cost, schedule, forecasting, risk and performance management frameworks with data-driven insights for executive decision-making.

You will embed Earned Value Management, standardise tools, build a high-performing team, and collaborate with Construction, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Project Management.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership experience within project or program controls functions in large, complex project environments.
• Strong expertise in integrated planning, cost control, forecasting, Earned Value Management, and performance management.
• Experience with Primavera P6, SAP, Cobra, Power BI, or equivalent project controls systems.
• Experience operating in highly regulated industries such as Defence, construction, infrastructure, or heavy industry.
• 10+ years’ experience delivering complex infrastructure, Defence, construction, or major capital projects.
• Eligibility for a Defence Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mature an integrated program controls function across multiple Defence programs.
• Establish governance frameworks covering cost, schedule, risk, change, and performance management.
• Embed Earned Value Management (EVM) and performance measurement baselines.
• Deliver portfolio-level reporting, forecasting, and performance insights to executive stakeholders.
• Lead scenario modelling and forecasting to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Standardise controls tools, systems, and reporting frameworks across programs.
• Identify risks and performance gaps and drive corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Construction, Engineering, Supply Chain, Program Delivery, and Project Management teams.
• Lead the Work Pack Distribution function to support integrated planning and production readiness.

Skills

Leadership experience

Integrated planning

Cost control

Forecasting

Earned Value Management

Performance management

Analytical capability

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Business, Commerce, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Project Management, Construction Management or related discipline

Tools

Primavera P6

SAP

Cobra

Power BI

Job description

About the Opportunity

Based in Henderson, WA, the Program Delivery Controls Manager â Defence Shipbuilding is responsible for establishing and leading an integrated program controls capability across a complex portfolio of Defence shipbuilding programs. This role drives best-practice cost, schedule, forecasting, risk, change, and performance management frameworks, providing executive stakeholders with clear, data-driven insights to support informed decision-making and successful program delivery.

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.

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

What’s Involved

• Lead and mature an integrated program controls function across multiple Defence programs
• Establish governance frameworks covering cost, schedule, risk, change, and performance management
• Embed Earned Value Management (EVM) and performance measurement baselines
• Deliver portfolio-level reporting, forecasting, and performance insights to executive stakeholders
• Lead scenario modelling and forecasting to support strategic planning and decision-making
• Standardise controls tools, systems, and reporting frameworks across programs
• Identify risks and performance gaps and drive corrective actions
• Collaborate with Construction, Engineering, Supply Chain, Program Delivery, and Project Management teams
• Lead the Work Pack Distribution function to support integrated planning and production readiness
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing controls and scheduling team

You’ll Need

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Buisness, Commerce, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Project Management, Construction Management or a related discipline
• Demonstrated leadership experience within project or program controls functions in large, complex project environments
• Strong expertise in integrated planning, cost control, forecasting, Earned Value Management, and performance management
• Experience with Primavera P6, SAP, Cobra, Power BI, or equivalent project controls systems
• Strong analytical capability with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
• Experience operating in highly regulated industries such as Defence, construction, infrastructure, or heavy industry
• 10+ years’ experience delivering complex infrastructure, Defence, construction, or major capital projects
• Eligibility for a 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.