About the Opportunity
Step into a career where innovation meets realâworld impact. At Austal, we’re seeking passionate and ambitious Graduate Naval Architects ready to contribute to some of the most complex and largeâscale maritime projects in the industry. This is a rare opportunity to begin your professional journey inside a globally recognised shipbuilding organisation known for its proven capability, advanced engineering excellence, and trusted performance.
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.
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
The Austal Graduate Program offers an exciting opportunity to gain meaningful exposure across multiple areas of our business, giving you the foundations to build a successful and rewarding career.
Designed for students and recent graduates yet to step into professional work, this two-year development pathway provides targeted coaching, structured support, and handsâon learning experiences to accelerate your growth as you begin your journey with us.
* A structured program with development opportunities
* On the job experience
* Rotations across the business
* A supportive team environment
You’ll Need
* Must be a Naval Architect student or recent graduate.
* Ability to obtain an OHS Construction Industry White Card
* 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.
Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia