Welding Capability Lead

WHY AUSTAL

Austal(ASX: ASB) is Australias global shipbuilder Defence prime contractor and maritime technology partner of choice; designing constructing and supporting defence and commercial vessels for the worlds leading operators. The company operates shipbuilding and sustainment facilities in Australia the USA Philippines and Vietnam.

Austal Australia is delivering multiple naval shipbuilding and sustainment programs for the Royal Australian Navy Australian Border Force and the Department of Defence employing approximately 1000 people in facilities in located Western Australia Queensland and the Northern Territory.

About the Opportunity

The Welding Capability Lead is a key position within the Quality team delivering together. The successful candidate will:

• Enhance and ensure the efficiency of welding operations for all major projects within the Australian shipbuilding business.
• Create and execute NonDestructive Testing (NDT) Plans in line with the Austal Quality Management System (QMS) customized as needed for specific projects or programs.
• Develop and implement Quality Control procedures to monitor and improve welding operations.
• Ensure project compliance with welding processes and quality control plans.
• Address nonconformance issues according to prescribed standards.
• Continuously review and enhance project processes to improve business operations and the quality of Austalsupplied products.
• Train project and quality teams on weld control procedures and best practices.

Skills and Experience

• Diploma or higher qualification in Welding Engineering NonDestructive Testing or related discipline (required)
• Minimum 5 years experience in welding operations
• Detailed knowledge of welding techniques materials and equipment including methods for weld inspection and testing in support of efficient operations.
• Indepth understanding of industry standards and codes
• Proficiency in welding software and tools
• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills.
• Internal auditor training (Nationally Accredited)
• International Welding Engineer (IWE) or International Welding Supervisor (IWS) qualification (desirable)
• Experienced with developing capability in Shipbuilding Accuracy Control methods (desirable)
• Qualification in Lean Manufacturing/TQM or Six Sigma (desirable)
• Knowledgeable of and experienced with robotic welding systems (desirable)
• Lead auditor training (Nationally Accredited) (desirable)
  

Due to the Security Clearance required for this position applicants must be an Australian Citizen and eligible to obtain and uphold a Baseline Security Clearance through the Australian Department of Defence.

Benefits

• True work/life balance with a 9day fortnight
• Competitive salary package and generous employee benefits (including EAP retailer discounts salary sacrificing and novated leasing where applicable)
• Professional development and training opportunities
• A supportive and dynamic work environment with an established mentor program
• Real opportunities for genuine career advancement within our growing global organisation

Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement (SSA)

With an exciting pipeline of future work for the Australian Defence Force at the Henderson Shipyard now is the time to join us to be a part of some meaningful work in a dynamic and outcome focussed environment.

We are on our path towards becoming the Commonwealths Strategic Shipbuilder in the West aiming to be in contract for the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement (SSA). Join us for this exciting opportunity to be part of continuous naval shipbuilding contributing and significant work for the Australian Defence Force.

The SSA will establish an overarching program which enables the design and build of vessels at the Henderson Shipyard. The objective of the SSA is to possess the capacity and capability to initially deliver Landing Craft Medium & Heavy for the Australian Army in supporting continuous naval shipbuilding in WA.

The SSA is about establishing the capability within the Henderson Precinct and Western Australia to continuously build vessels for the Commonwealth. It will be led by Austal and will require the engagement of local industry supply chain and workforce to be successful.

Working within the SSA will provide career development opportunities whilst working alongside experienced dedicated and passionate industry professionals in a collaborative dynamic and outcome focused environment.

Why Defence Industry

Defence in Australia is a $40 bn per annum industry that is growing faster than many other sectors in the economy. In Western Australia the defence industry is set for even faster growth to support the countrys need to increase its defence capabilities.

A career in defence industry rewards collaboration curiosity and ingenuity. Defence Industry attracts talent with research manufacturing and technology skills which means our people come from many backgrounds bringing a rich and diverse culture.

Culture

Our global team is guided by a universal set of values that describe thefocus of our efforts; Excellence Customer Focus Integrity Team Work.

Our goal is for all our decisions and actions to reflect these core values. We believe that putting our values into practice creates the greatest benefits for our shareholders customers employees suppliers and communities in which we serve.

Austal Giving supports our local communities through inkind and financial support of various charities and organisations that focus on improving health education and the environment.

Austal provides a safe and inclusive work environment for all employees. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders people of all abilities cultural background age and gender to apply.