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Full-time

Henderson WA 6166

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About the Opportunity

As the Warehouse and Logistics Officer for Austal Defence Australia (ADA), you’ll plays a key role in supporting production and operational activities through the safe, accurate, and efficient handling of materials, tools, consumables, and equipment.

Responsible for receiving, storing, inventory management, material movements, and dispatch activities, this role helps ensure operational continuity, inventory accuracy, and the effective delivery of Supply Chain services. The position also contributes to continuous improvement initiatives across the Warehousing and Logistics function.

This role reports to the Warehousing & Logistics Manager.

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

• Supporting production teams through the timely receipt, storage, movement, and distribution of materials, tools, and equipment.
• Maintaining accurate inventory records and material traceability using IFS.
• Coordinating inbound and outbound logistics activities, including freight and site material movements.
• Conducting stocktakes and inventory replenishment activities to ensure material availability.
• Working collaboratively with Production, Procurement, subcontractors, and logistics providers to resolve material and inventory matters.
• Maintaining a safe, organised, and compliant warehouse environment.
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, inventory control, and safety performance.

You’ll Need

Essential

• Current High Risk Work Licence (Forklift).
• Current Australian Manual Driver's Licence.
• High school certificate, trade qualification, or equivalent vocational certification.
• Demonstrated experience in warehousing, logistics, stores, or materials handling environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and experience using ERP or warehouse management systems.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with a commitment to safety, accuracy, and customer service.
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