Senior Config Mgmt Officer

Austal; Fremantle; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Austal is seeking a Senior Configuration Management Officer based in Henderson, WA, to coordinate CM activities across major defence shipbuilding programs. The role supports configuration integrity, baseline management, and audit readiness, partnering with the Configuration Lead and Manager to drive change control and documentation accuracy.

You will contribute to platform acceptance and handover, ensuring compliant CM processes across acquisition and sustainment transitions.

Qualifications

• Experience in Configuration Management within engineering/defence projects.
• Knowledge of Systems Engineering standards and EIA-649 CM principles.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate CM activities per project plans and CM Plans.
• Maintain accurate configuration information and change records.
• Support baseline management, configuration identification, control, and status accounting.
• Coordinate and participate in Physical Configuration Audits and reporting.
• Assess CM impacts of Engineering Change Processes (ECPs).
• Mentor CM Officers and Document Controllers as needed.

Skills

CM experience

Systems engineering standards

CMMS / AMOS

Documentation management

Baseline management

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Security clearance

Education

Engineering degree or related discipline

Certificate IV in technical discipline

Tools

CMT

CMMS

AMOS

Document management systems

Job description

About The Opportunity

Based in Henderson, WA, the Senior Configuration Management Officer is responsible for supporting the coordination and delivery of Configuration Management (CM) activities across major Defence shipbuilding programs. Working closely with the Configuration Lead and Configuration Manager, you will help maintain configuration integrity throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring accurate baseline management, configuration control, engineering change management, and audit readiness. This role plays a critical part in supporting platform acceptance, successful handover, and transition between acquisition and sustainment activities.

About The Opportunity

Based in Henderson, WA, the Senior Configuration Management Officer is responsible for supporting the coordination and delivery of Configuration Management (CM) activities across major Defence shipbuilding programs. Working closely with the Configuration Lead and Configuration Manager, you will help maintain configuration integrity throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring accurate baseline management, configuration control, engineering change management, and audit readiness. This role plays a critical part in supporting platform acceptance, successful handover, and transition between acquisition and 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

What’s Involved

• Coordinate and deliver Configuration Management activities in accordance with project plans and Configuration Management Plans
• Maintain accurate configuration information and change records within Configuration Management Tools
• Support baseline management, configuration identification, control, and status accounting activities
• Coordinate and participate in Physical Configuration Audits and configuration reporting
• Assess and manage Configuration Management impacts associated with Engineering Change Processes (ECPs)
• Monitor and report Configuration Management performance against agreed KPIs
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of CM processes, procedures, and work instructions
• Collaborate with stakeholders across Engineering, Production, Programs, and ILS functions
• Provide mentorship and guidance to CM Officers and Document Controllers when required
• Act on behalf of the Configuration Lead during periods of absence

You’ll Need

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering or a related discipline, or a Certificate IV (or higher) in a technical discipline
• Demonstrated experience in Configuration Management within engineering, defence, or complex project environments
• Working knowledge of Systems Engineering standards and EIA-649 Configuration Management principles
• Experience using engineering software and document management systems such as CMT, CMMS, AMOS, or similar
• Strong understanding of baseline management, configuration control, status accounting, and configuration audits
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Intermediate Microsoft Office and Excel skills
• Australian Citizenship and eligibility to obtain and maintain a Baseline 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.

Learn more at

https://www.austaljobs.com/australia