About the Opportunity
The Facilities System Engineer is an engineering authority for shipyard facilities and infrastructure developed by Austal Defence Shipbuilding Australia (ADA), required for the delivery of shipbuilding programs across the Henderson Shipbuilding Precinct.
This role ensures that all engineering systems—including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, automation and control systems—are designed and implemented to meet industry and defence standards, safety regulations, and operational efficiency requirements. Reporting to the Infrastructure and Capability Manager, this role will provide engineering practical and technical support across the infrastructure capability team.
About Austal
Austal isAustralia'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.
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.
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This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.
What's Involved
* Provide Engineering support to Design, implement, and integrate shipyard infrastructure systems (power, compressed air, water treatment, HVAC, fire suppression etc.) into the facility.
* Provide engineering support to Specify, procure, install, and commission operational machinery (steel cutting, welding, bending, lifting, assembly, surface treatment).
* Ensure all systems and machinery comply with defence requirements, industry regulations, government construction codes, and occupational safety standards
* Introduce automation, monitoring, and sustainability initiatives to improve shipyard efficiency and resilience
You'll Need
Essential
* Bachelor's degree in engineering, preferably in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.
* 5+ years of experience in heavy industrial facilities engineering, preferably in shipbuilding, heavy steel fabrication, manufacturing or defence projects.
* Proficiency in Engineering software (CAD, CATIA, SolidWorks etc…)
* Strong problem-solving skills and capability
* Strong knowledge of operational automated machinery design, installation, and maintenance.
* Experience in civil engineering and infrastructure construction projects
* Familiarity with defence and industry standards, construction codes, and ISO quality systems.
* Experience with industrial control systems.
Desirable
* Systems integration and multidisciplinary engineering coordination experience.
* Project management and stakeholder communication skills.
* Reliability engineering and asset management knowledge
* Problem-solving and innovation in industrial environments experience
* Safety engineering and risk management understanding.
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.
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