Design Manager

About Austal

Austal is a global shipbuilder, defence prime contractor and maritime technology partner of choice; designing, constructing and supporting revolutionary defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators.

For over 30 years, Austal has designed and constructed over 300 vessels for over 100 operators in 54 countries, gaining an enviable reputation for innovative shipbuilding using advanced technologies. From safe, modern shipyards located in Australia, the United States of America, the Philippines and Vietnam - and service centres located around the world - Austal offers naval, government and commercial operators the highest quality ships, systems and support.

We have a new position arise within our Design department located at our Philippines shipyard for an experienced & motivated Design Manager. You will develop & maintain the Design Department to ensure efficient local design activities. 

With our track record of success and an even brighter future, Austal is an excellent choice for anyone seeking a rewarding career in a dynamic, global industry.

About the role

Design Manager develops and maintains the Austal Philippines Design Department ensuring efficient local design activities. To plan, organize and control design activities, to ensure that designs support Production requirements and meet all contractual and external needs, on time, within budget and to the Austal standard.

Key objectives & responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Establish a capable and professional Design department through effective resourcing planning & recruitment execution.
• Design planning and management of new project including definition of design scope, technical and regulatory constraints, quality, schedule and resourcing planning.
• Establish & maintain project design schedules through strong design planning & direction, resource forecasting & planning, materials requisitioning & planning, cost control & analysis.
• Monitor department KPI’s and take appropriate action where variances occur .
• Identify & address all potential precontract and emerging design risks in accordance with relevant specifications, policies & procedures, in a timely manner.
• Direct management of design personnel including recruitment, training, development & performance management
• Design sub-contractor management (if applicable)
• Implement & support continuous improvement initiatives with quality assurance & compliance
• Ensure Design personnel comply with Austal’s Safety, Health & Environmental policies & procedures; whilst striving to achieve a positive SH&E aware culture throughout the business

Required Skills / Experience / Attributes:

Essential

• A Bachelor degree in Engineering (Naval Architecture or Mechanical)
• A minimum of 10 years demonstrated work experience preferably in an aluminium shipbuilding industry
• Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English
• Good computer skills and knowledge of industry ship design software 
• Good knowledge of Imo Rules (preferably IMO HSC Code)
• Has managerial experience

Desirable

• Chartered Engineer

Note: Interested applicants are required to submit the following as well to **********@austal.com: 

• Application letter and detailed resume (showing relevant evidence where above duties have been performed)
• Copy of Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree (whichever is applicable)
• Any other relevant licenses and certifications

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.

What's on Offer?

• The role requires full-time work in the Philippines, specifically in Balamban Cebu, the shipbuilding capital of the Philippines.
• Fixed Term salaried position
• Four Weeks total leave
• Medical insurance (employee and dependents)
• Relocation and demobilization Benefit (employee and dependents)
• Onsite and/or Offsite Accommodation (employee and dependents)
• Tuition fee (qualified dependents)
• Transportation
• Annual home country visit flight

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, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply.