Shipwright/Subcontractor and Dockings Manager at Serco Plc

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Shipwright Expertise, Project Management, Subcontractor Coordination, Maritime Regulations, Quality Assurance, Engineering Investigations, Schedule Management, Cost Control, Invoice Approval, Asset Management Systems, First Aid Certification, Security Clearance

Industry

Facilities Services

Description

Continue applying your shipwright knowledge while managing subcontractors and dockings Serco is a place where you can grow Join a team of 12,000+ professionals across Asia Pacific (APAC) and experience a place of challenge, opportunity, and reward. We offer flexibility and support at every stage of your career, including: • Flexible work arrangements and supportive leadership • Career growth and learning opportunities • Access to wellbeing programs and employee networks • Long-term, government-backed contracts • Meaningful work supporting Australia’s Defence sector • A safe and inclusive work environment Make an impact at Serco As a Shipwright/Subcontractor and Dockings Manager in the Kuttabul Port team, you’ll play a vital role in the Defence Marine Support Services (DMSS) Contract. You’ll provide professional technical and trades expertise to ensure the safe operation and maintenance of various vessels. Working from the Kuttabul Port Team Offices, you’ll manage subcontractors and oversee dockings, directly supporting the Royal Australian Navy. Key responsibilities: • Managing docking projects from scope development through to execution • Applying shipwright expertise to vessel maintenance and repair projects • Coordinating subcontractors and ensuring compliance with maritime regulations • Leading warranty processes and overseeing quality assurance documentation • Supporting engineering investigations and liaising with vessel crews • Directing schedule management and cost control for dockings • Approving invoice claims and ensuring administrative accuracy in asset systems Serco is a place for you To be successful in this role you’ll have: • A minimum Certificate III Trade qualification (Shipwright or related) and relevant licences (Driver’s and Forklift) • Extensive maritime experience, with at least three years in a senior or leadership role • Demonstrated experience in shipwright, vessel docking, or marine trades • Knowledge of RAN operations and asset maintenance practices • Competence in MS Office and Asset Management Systems • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively • Current First Aid Certificate • The ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline Security Clearance This is a position of trust and responsibility. To support this, we conduct a thorough probity assessment, including a national police check, as an essential part of the selection process. Are you ready to do important work that really matters? At Serco, we bring together the right people, the right technology, and the right partners to create impactful solutions that address urgent and complex challenges. We focus on serving governments all over the globe. The work we do has touched the lives of millions in Australia, New Zealand, and Hong Kong, and offers unique opportunities to leverage your skills across our core capabilities in Health, Defence, Maritime, Justice, Immigration, and Community Services. We seek and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds and cultures including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQI+, veterans, and people with disability. By joining Serco, you’ll also have access to Employee Networks led by colleagues passionate about diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Impact a better future at Serco.

Responsibilities

Manage docking projects from scope development through to execution while applying shipwright expertise to vessel maintenance and repair projects. Oversee subcontractors, ensuring compliance with maritime regulations and directing schedule management and cost control for dockings.