Head of Asset Performance and Optimisation

**About Austal**

Due to the Security Clearance required for this, applicants must be an Australian Citizen and eligible to obtain and uphold a Baseline Security Clearance.

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**About the role**

The Head of Asset Performance and Optimisation is responsible for the development and growth of Austal’s Asset Management System, with a focus on asset performance and optimisation activities through the life of the Asset (design, build, commission, through life support and de-commission) in accordance with the company’s strategic objectives.

**_Key objectives & responsibilities include:_**
- Leadership & Capability_
- Leadership, guidance and management responsibility for Asset Performance and Optimisation personnel within the team
- Develop and sustain an Asset Management framework that embeds asset management principles across all functions of the Austal business
- Tools and Processes_
- Develop and maintain the Asset Management System aligned to ISO 55001
- Maintain, promote and enforce standards and procedures for control and quality
- Reporting_
- Supporting all estimating activities that relate to Asset Management services and that all relevant project finances are controlled, reported on and any required corrective measures are initiated promptly
- Ensure accurate life cycle management of data across all contracts
- Ensure the development of ILS artifacts are accurate, meet contractual requirements and are fit for through life support
- Business Growth / Continuous Improvement_
- Evaluate performance and efficiencies, address barriers and prioritise critical areas which may impede on business success
- Lead and support risk and opportunity management, strategic change management and business improvement activities and initiatives, as required
- Work with the Operational Excellence Manager to identify and develop opportunities through structured Business Cases

**_Required Skills / Experience / Attributes:_**
- Hold a Construction safety induction (white card)
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline such as Asset Management or Engineering;
- Experience in a field relevant to the sustainment of Naval Assets;
- Eligibility of or Membership of the Asset Management Council, Engineers Australia or similar recognised body.
- Eligibility for senior professional accreditation(s) such as Certified Senior Practitioner / Fellow in Asset Management (CSAM / CFAM), Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) or relevant equivalent accreditation; and
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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**Why Austal**
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- A supportive and dynamic work environment.
- Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.

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**What's on Offer?**
- Located in Henderson
- Permanent salaried position
- Nine-day fortnight with an RDO every second Friday
- Salary Sacrificing, Novated Leasing, Retailer discount, EAP, Insurance discounts

Our global team is guided by a universal set of values that describe the focus of our efforts. 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.

Excellence - Customer Focus - Integrity - Team Work

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.