Ship Area Coordinator: Subcontractor Delivery & Coordination

Austal; Fremantle; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Professional development

Supportive environment

Career advancement

Job summary

Austal Defence Australia (ADA) is seeking a Ship Area Coordinator to support the Ship Manager in coordinating subcontractor activities across project and construction environments. You will ensure work packages are delivered safely, on schedule, and in line with quality and contractual requirements.

Operating across both project and construction environments, the role balances practical trade knowledge with structured project coordination.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification or hands-on experience in a relevant discipline.
• Strong organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple subcontractors and competing priorities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills to work across trades and project stakeholders.
• Eligibility for a Defence Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate subcontractor activities to keep work on track, aligning with project requirements and milestones.
• Manage subcontractor performance to ensure safe, on-time, and quality delivery.
• Support onboarding and mobilisation for subcontractors into site activities and Austal processes.
• Track progress and identify risks, delays, or constraints to maintain momentum.
• Assist in resolving on-site issues, including technical queries and coordination challenges.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting including performance, compliance, cost tracking, and schedule inputs.

Skills

Coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Trade qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Austal Defence Australia (ADA) is seeking a Ship Area Coordinator to support the Ship Manager in coordinating subcontractor activities across project and construction environments. You will ensure work packages are delivered safely, on schedule, and in line with quality and contractual requirements.

Operating across both project and construction environments, the role balances practical trade knowledge with structured project coordination.