Pre Delivery Maintenance Lead

The Company

Civmec is an Australian-owned, integrated, multidisciplinary heavy engineering and construction services provider to the energy, resources, infrastructure, marine and defence sectors. Our diversification enables us to operate extensively across the nation, supporting a wide range of landmark projects and providing variety and career development opportunities for our workforce.

The Role

The Pre-delivery Maintenance Lead is responsible for leading a team of Coordinators and Technicians to ensure all Civmec OPV assets are preserved, maintained and are operable from delivery to the warehouse, ship installation, through set to work of the equipment then delivery of the vessel.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive reviews of Verification and Validation (V&V) plans, processes, and procedures to ensure alignment with project requirements and industry standards.

• Lead the pre-delivery maintenance team and subcontractors to ensure all maintenance is executed across all the OPVs

• Oversee the Pre-delivery subcontractor tasks, ensuring that maintenance activities are correctly conducted and OQE recorded.
• Provide support to Supply Chain to ensure pre-delivery maintenance contracts are in place and subcontractors complete their scope and delivery OQE in a timely manner.
• Ensure that pre delivery maintenance requirements are planned, scheduled and managed in accordance with program priorities and conflicts.
• Ensure all parties are informed of progress and issues throughout all project phases.
• Support internal stakeholders with Pre Delivery information at key project gates, such as SAT TRR and delivery.
• Ensure defects are raised appropriately and followed through to completion.
• Identifying areas for improvement within process and implanting change to increase efficiency and cost.
• Chair appropriate stakeholder weekly/monthly meetings.

About You

To be successful in the role you will possess the following:

• Trade certificate in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering
• Previous experience in Preservation and/or Maintenance role in the marine, oil and Gas or defence projects.
• Previous experience in a senior or lead role with direct reports.
• MS Office experience - Basic MS Word, Basic MS Excel, Outlook
• Knowledge in Physical & Functional Maintenance Systems and database

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.

Civmec + You

At Civmec, we offer an inclusive workplace built on family values, with a 'Never Assume' culture, sustained by our experienced and supportive management team. We believe our workforce is our greatest asset, and that's why we provide an environment rich in career development opportunities to upskill and develop professionally. Our generous Reward and Recognition scheme recognises employees that go the extra mile. Our staff benefits scheme gives you access to accident and sickness insurance, and a range of travel, entertainment, vehicle and lifestyle discounts.

How to Apply

Please click the "apply" link to start your application. We look forward to starting the pathway to your career with Civmec.

Alternatively, please email for a confidential chat or call our Recruitment Team on

Civmec is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.

Defence force experience is desirable, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

We respectfully request no agency submissions.

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Civmec + You

At Civmec, we offer an inclusive workplace built on family values, with a 'Never Assume' culture, sustained by our experienced and supportive management team. We believe our workforce is our greatest asset, and that's why we provide an environment rich in career development opportunities to upskill and develop professionally. Our generous Reward and Recognition scheme recognises employees that go the extra mile. Our staff benefits scheme gives you access to accident and sickness insurance, and a range of travel, entertainment, vehicle and lifestyle discounts.