Risk Management Lead

**WHY AUSTAL**

Austal **(ASX: ASB)**is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor and maritime technology partner of choice; designing, constructing, and supporting defence and commercial vessels for the world’s 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 1,000 people in facilities in located Western Australia, Queensland, and the Northern Territory.

**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 country’s 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.

**About the Opportunity**

The Risk Management Lead is a key position within the Enterprise Program Management Office (EPMO) and plays an integral role in the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement Program. Reporting to the Head of EPMO, you’ll lead the organisation in best practice risk management and culture establishment and ongoing development.

Specifically, you will have the opportunity to

Establish and operationalise a compliant Risk Management Framework for the SSA.

Provide expert risk management guidance to delivery leaders, programs, and projects.Oversee risk surveillance, ensuring accurate tracking, assessment, and reporting.Design, implement, and refine risk management practices in line with the Risk Management Strategy.Develop and maintain risk management tooling and templates to enhance efficiency.
- Ensure SSA risk processes align with the CASG framework and Austal Enterprise Risk Management framework.
- This role is ideally suited to a seasoned risk management practitioner and leader who has established sustainable risk management and assurance practices for large organisations in a transformational environment._

**Skills and Experience**
- Tertiary qualification in Risk Management (e.g. Cert IV, Diploma), Business, Commerce, Engineering
- Minimum 7 years of experience leading, facilitating and managing risk in complex organisational environments, including setting risk management strategies and the design and implementation of risk management practices, processes, and activities.
- Management of risk processes at enterprise and portfolio management level
- Minimum 5 years of designing and delivering training in risk management processes and tools, to both front line staff and senior managers.
- Demonstrable experience in risk management process optimisation, leading an organisation through risk capability maturity.
- Undergraduate Degree in Risk Management
- Demonstrable experience in managing Transformation Program risks.
- Delivering risk management governance and support services in a Defence environment

**Security Clearance roles only**: 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 9-day fortnight
- Competitive salary package and generous employee benefits (including EA