About the Opportunity Austal Defence Australia requires an Acceptance Coordinator to support the planning, coordination, execution and closeout of acceptance related activities to enable timely and orderly progression toward vessel acceptance. 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. Learn more at austal.com/ssa This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now. What’s Involved Coordinate acceptance related activities in line with assigned Scopes of Work. Support management and Validation and Verification activities and associated with deliverables. Coordinate Test and Activation activities, including readiness, scheduling, and execution support. Support MSITP management, including booking, scheduling, and activity coordination Management acceptance issues, observations, and defects through tracking, burndown, and closeout activities. Support Pre-Delivery Maintenance Program activities where assigned. Coordinate Integrated Product Support validation activities as required. Maintain accurate acceptance records, trackers, and documentation to support acceptance milestones. Liaise with engineering, testing, quality, operations, subcontractors, and external stakeholders. Provide regular status updates and inputs to acceptance reports and dashboards. Support continuous improvement of acceptance coordination process and tools. You’ll Need Diploma, Trade Qualification, or Bachelors degree in Engineering, Technical, or related discipline, with experience in shipbuilding, marine operations, or complex project environments OR Equivalent experience in project coordination, scheduling, or project controls within large-scale technical, marine, defence, or industrial projects Strong coordination and scheduling skills Ability to manage multiple workstreams concurrently Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy Stakeholder engagement across technical and non-technical terms 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 encouraged to apply. Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia
