Careers

The Role:

It’s never been a more exciting time to be joining Navantia Australia, one of Australia’s leading companies in the Maritime and Defence industry. We are committed to growing Australia’s shipbuilding and sustainment capability and we want you to grow your career with us.

Due to Navantia Australia’s ongoing success in delivering specialised Engineering Services to the Royal Australian Navy, we are growing considerably and have an exciting opportunity for Structural Engineers to join the Design and Engineering Centre in its Melbourne, Docklands office. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a successful multi-disciplined Engineering team and work alongside industry leaders and like-minded engineers on exciting new naval ship designs.

As a Structural Engineer, you will be working within the “Structural” division of Navantia Australia and will be responsible to deliver systems for naval ships.

In this role, you will:

The Structural Engineer is responsible for working within the Structural Engineering division of Navantia Australia’s Naval Design and Engineering Centre to deliver structural elements and analyses for naval ships. System responsibilities include:

• Hull structure (plating, primary and secondary members);
• Equipment foundations (major and minor);
• Major support structures (walking platform, construction jig, transport cradles etc.).

As the ideal candidate, you will have:

• Bachelor Degree – Engineering (Naval Architecture, Structural, Aeronautical, Mechanical)
• 3+ years proven skills and experience in a Structure and/or Naval Architecture function;
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, both first principles and FEA;
• Demonstrated understanding of structures (particularly, ship) and material (particularly, steel) properties.
• Project Management, including management of task schedule and progress monitoring and reporting
• Strong work ethics and interpersonal skills;
• Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning, listening and decision making skills;
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results in a high pressure environment;
• Ability to manage, prioritise and complete multiple tasks concurrently;
• Ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships within the organisation and with clients.

What it’s like to work with Navantia Australia

At Navantia Australia, we recognise that it’s our people who are our greatest asset. We are committed to giving all employees the opportunity to grow their skills, gain valuable experience, develop professionally, and work on exciting diverse projects.

We provide a range of benefits including, ongoing professional development, flexible working options and competitive remuneration packages. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer and embrace culture of corporate diversity and workplace innovation.

About Us:

Navantia Australia specialises in project management, engineering services and through life support in the naval shipbuilding domain. We provide the Royal Australian Navy (Navy) with cross platform solutions through our heritage and evolved capability as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and our platform integration expertise.

As the designer and through participation in the Destroyer Guided Missile (DDG), Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment (AOR), Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) and LHD Landing Craft (LLC) programs, Navantia Australia has been a vital part of interesting, innovative and cutting-edge shipbuilding and sustainment activities. Navantia Australia also supports the Navy through provision of design compliant and product agnostic engineering upgrades to meet demands for capability advancements to accommodate for new and emerging threats.

Benefits (Included but not limited to):

• Company Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements – dependent on work location
• Defence Reservist Leave
• Mentorship Program
• Novated Lease options
• Spanish Classes
• Service Awards
• Multiple Learning and Development Opportunities
• Instant Employee Recognition Awards

To apply, click on ‘Apply for this job’

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The Role:

Do you want to be part of a leading organisation, which dates back 300 years in the shipbuilding industry?

It’s never been a more exciting time to be joining Navantia Australia, one of Australia’s leading companies in the Maritime and Defence industry. Due to great success and ongoing projects, we and are expanding our team and are looking for a Senior Combat Systems Integration Engineer to join the Naval Design and Engineering Centre in its Melbourne, Docklands office. You will come with strong technical and design knowledge and lead the Combat Systems Integration discipline within the Engineering division of Navantia Australia’s Naval Design and Engineering Centre to deliver combat systems integration for naval ships.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a successful multi-disciplined Engineering team and work alongside industry leaders and like-minded engineers on exciting new naval ship designs.

In this role you will:

• Work within the Combat Systems division within Navantia Australia to provide engineering services for naval ships.

• Work effectively within the broader Navantia Engineering Team by engaging and working with the different engineering disciplines.

• Provide high level of naval engineering technical competence based on relevant experience and knowledge.

• Provide experience and broad technical knowledge of functional and detailed design related to Combat Systems Integration of a naval ship

• Work effectively and collaboratively across the different engineering discipline at the Navantia Design and Engineering Centre, and Engineering teams working on the Programs

• Work effectively within the broader Navantia Australia Engineering Team (Melbourne, Sydney, W.A, Canberra) to engage with different engineering disciplines in the development of new naval ship system designs

• Work effectively within the broader Navantia Engineering Team (Spain, UK, Norway,…) to engage with different engineering disciplines in the development of new naval ship system designs

Skills and experience required:

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in an engineering function.
• Very strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead, motivate
• Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning, listening and decision‐making skills
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results in a high‐pressure environment
• Ability to manage, prioritise and complete multiple tasks concurrently.
• Ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships at all levels of the business and clients
• Proven ability to produce and review clear and well‐presented reports to a suitable quality and standard
• 2D/3D CAD and other specialist software as required to review design information.
• MS Office to develop reports, spreadsheet data and presentation information.
• MS Project to monitor task and manage resources
• Knowledge and experience of vessel outfit and the requirements for equipment integration, preferably Naval Ships and with direct shipyard experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of statutory regulations and Classification and Flag rule sets.
• Knowledge and experience of ship Combat System integration design and its application to local structure and foundations.
• Knowledge and experience of ship systems design and its impact upon integration.

What it’s like to work with Navantia Australia:

Navantia Australia plays a key part in the Australian government’s Naval Shipbuilding Plan, we are committed to growing Australia’s shipbuilding and sustainment capability and we want you to grow your career with us.

At Navantia Australia, we recognise that it’s our people who are our greatest asset. We are committed to giving all employees the opportunity to grow their skills, gain valuable experience, develop professionally, and work on exciting diverse projects.

We provide a range of benefits including, ongoing professional development, flexible working options and competitive remuneration packages.

We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer and embrace culture of corporate diversity and workplace innovation.

About Us:

Navantia Australia specialises in project management, engineering services and through life support in the naval shipbuilding domain. We provide the Royal Australian Navy (Navy) with cross platform solutions through our heritage and evolved capability as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and our platform integration expertise.

As the designer and through participation in the Destroyer Guided Missile (DDG), Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment (AOR), Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) and LHD Landing Craft (LLC) programs, Navantia Australia has been a vital part of interesting, innovative and cutting-edge shipbuilding and sustainment activities. Navantia Australia also supports the Navy through provision of design compliant and product agnostic engineering upgrades to meet demands for capability advancements to accommodate for new and emerging threats.

Benefits (Included but not limited to):

• Company Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements – dependent on work location
• Defence Reservist Leave
• Mentorship Program
• Novated Lease options
• Spanish Classes
• Service Awards
• Multiple Learning and Development Opportunities
• Instant Employee Recognition Awards

To apply, click on ‘Apply for this job’

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Join our Melbourne office as an Administration Officer and contribute to shaping the future of Australia’s naval capability. At Navantia Australia, your organisational skills and dedication will support the teams pioneering advanced technologies, autonomous systems, and sustainable solutions for the Royal Australian Navy. You’ll work alongside industry-leading engineers, researchers, and partners, ensuring seamless operations that help transform bold ideas into reality. If you’re passionate about supporting innovation and want to play an essential part in Australia’s defence future, we want to hear from you

We are seeking an Administration Officer based in Melbourne. This role is available for an immediate start.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside a wonderful office with great culture and be an integral part of the team.

The position is required to be onsite 5 days per week, with a start time between 8-9AM and finishing between 4-5PM. We would also consider part time job share.

The Office Administrator & Receptionist is responsible for providing site-based administrative support and reception coverage. This role ensures the smooth operation of the office by managing various administrative tasks and serving as the first point of contact for visitors and inquiries. Key experience includes:

• Proven skills and experience in an administrative or receptionist function.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to operate autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning, listening, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to build and maintain positive relationships at all levels of the business and with clients.
• Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary administration practices and significant experience in office administration.
• Sound working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• SAP experience and knowledge.
• Australian Citizenship

We provide a range of benefits including:

• Company Paid Parental Leave (12 weeks Primary Carer / 2 weeks Secondary Carer)
• Company paid Defence Reservist Leave –4 weeks
• Employee Discounts Portal offering discounts from major retailers
• Novated Lease and Salary Sacrifice for Superannuation.
• Training opportunities
• Spanish language classes
• Quarterly Employee Achievement Award
• Company paid shuttle bus from Garden Island < > Kings Cross Station
• Weekly fruit boxes all sites
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About Us:

Navantia Australia specialises in project management, engineering services and through life support in the naval shipbuilding domain. We provide the Royal Australian Navy (Navy) with cross platform solutions through our heritage and evolved capability as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and our platform integration expertise.

As the designer and through participation in the Destroyer Guided Missile (DDG), Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment (AOR), Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) and LHD Landing Craft (LLC) programs, Navantia Australia has been a vital part of interesting, innovative and cutting-edge shipbuilding and sustainment activities. Navantia Australia also supports the Navy through provision of design compliant and product agnostic engineering upgrades to meet demands for capability advancements to accommodate for new and emerging threats.

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It’s never been a more exciting time to be joining Navantia Australia, one of Australia’s leading companies in the Maritime and Defence industry.

Navantia Australia plays a key part in the Australian government’s Naval Shipbuilding Plan, we are committed to growing Australia’s shipbuilding and sustainment capability and we want you to grow your career with us. We are growing considerably and are seeking expressions of interest from talented professionals from different disciplines to join our teams across our Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra and Perth offices.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside industry leaders and like-minded engineers on sustaining Navantia’s design class of warships in service with the Royal Australian Navy (including Hobart class DDGs, Canberra class LHDs and Supply class AORs).

Disciplines include:

• Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Structural, Combat Systems, Systems Engineers, ILS, Naval Architects)
• Draftspersons – Fixed Term and Permanent Opportunities
• Asset Management
• Configuration Management
• Project Managers
• Enterprise Risk
• Electrical Superintendents and Maintenance Planners
• Supply Chain

As the ideal candidate, you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline
• Demonstrated experience working in the Defence or maritime industry (desirable)
• Eligibility for an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) Defence Security Clearance
• Australian Citizenship

What it’s like to work with Navantia Australia

Navantia Australia plays a key part in the Australian government’s Naval Shipbuilding Plan, we are committed to growing Australia’s shipbuilding and sustainment capability and we want you to grow your career with us.

We recognise that it’s our people who are our greatest asset and are committed to giving all employees the opportunity to grow their skills, gain valuable experience, develop professionally, and work on exciting diverse projects. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer and embrace culture of corporate diversity and workplace innovation.

We provide a range of benefits including:

• Company Paid Parental Leave (12 weeks Primary Carer / 2 weeks Secondary Carer)
• Navantia Australia Flexible Work Policy (Up to 2 days per week Work From Home dependant on site)
• Company paid Defence Reservist Leave – 4 weeks
• Employee Discounts Portal offering discounts from major retailers
• Salary sacrifice for Superannuation
• Novated Lease
• Training opportunities
• ​​​​​​​Spanish language classes
• Quarterly Employee Achievement Award
• Weekly fruit boxes all sites
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About Us:

Navantia Australia specialises in project management, engineering services and through life support in the naval shipbuilding domain. We provide the Royal Australian Navy (Navy) with cross platform solutions through our heritage and evolved capability as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and our platform integration expertise.

As the designer and through participation in the Destroyer Guided Missile (DDG), Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment (AOR), Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) and LHD Landing Craft (LLC) programs, Navantia Australia has been a vital part of interesting, innovative and cutting-edge shipbuilding and sustainment activities. Navantia Australia also supports the Navy through provision of design compliant and product agnostic engineering upgrades to meet demands for capability advancements to accommodate for new and emerging threats.

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It’s never been a more exciting time to be joining Navantia Australia, one of Australia’s leading companies in the Maritime and Defence industry.

Navantia Australia plays a key part in the Australian government’s Naval Shipbuilding Plan, we are committed to growing Australia’s shipbuilding and sustainment capability and we want you to grow your career with us. We are growing considerably and are seeking expressions of interest from talented professionals from different disciplines to join our teams across our Sydney, Melbourne and Perth offices.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside industry leaders and like-minded engineers on sustaining Navantia’s design class of warships in service with the Royal Australian Navy (including Hobart class DDGs, Canberra class LHDs and Supply class AORs).

Disciplines include:

• Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Structural, Combat Systems, Systems Engineers, ILS, Naval Architects)
• Draftspersons – Fixed Term and Permanent Opportunities
• Asset Management
• Configuration Management
• Project Managers
• Enterprise Risk
• Electrical Superintendents and Maintenance Planners
• Supply Chain

As the ideal candidate, you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline
• Demonstrated experience working in the Defence or maritime industry (desirable)
• Eligibility for an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) Defence Security Clearance
• Australian Citizenship

What it’s like to work with Navantia Australia

Navantia Australia plays a key part in the Australian government’s Naval Shipbuilding Plan, we are committed to growing Australia’s shipbuilding and sustainment capability and we want you to grow your career with us.

We recognise that it’s our people who are our greatest asset and are committed to giving all employees the opportunity to grow their skills, gain valuable experience, develop professionally, and work on exciting diverse projects. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer and embrace culture of corporate diversity and workplace innovation.

We provide a range of benefits including:

• Company Paid Parental Leave (12 weeks Primary Carer / 2 weeks Secondary Carer)
• Navantia Australia Flexible Work Policy (Up to 2 days per week Work From Home dependant on site)
• Company paid Defence Reservist Leave – 4 weeks
• Employee Discounts Portal offering discounts from major retailers
• Salary sacrifice for Superannuation
• Novated Lease
• Training opportunities
• ​​​​​​​Spanish language classes
• Quarterly Employee Achievement Award
• Weekly fruit boxes all sites
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About Us:

Navantia Australia specialises in project management, engineering services and through life support in the naval shipbuilding domain. We provide the Royal Australian Navy (Navy) with cross platform solutions through our heritage and evolved capability as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and our platform integration expertise.

As the designer and through participation in the Destroyer Guided Missile (DDG), Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment (AOR), Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) and LHD Landing Craft (LLC) programs, Navantia Australia has been a vital part of interesting, innovative and cutting-edge shipbuilding and sustainment activities. Navantia Australia also supports the Navy through provision of design compliant and product agnostic engineering upgrades to meet demands for capability advancements to accommodate for new and emerging threats.

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It’s never been a more exciting time to be joining Navantia Australia, one of Australia’s leading companies in the Maritime and Defence industry.

Navantia Australia plays a key part in the Australian government’s Naval Shipbuilding Plan, we are committed to growing Australia’s shipbuilding and sustainment capability and we want you to grow your career with us. We are growing considerably and are seeking expressions of interest from talented professionals from different disciplines to join our teams across our Sydney, Melbourne and Perth offices.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside industry leaders and like-minded engineers on sustaining Navantia’s design class of warships in service with the Royal Australian Navy (including Hobart class DDGs, Canberra class LHDs and Supply class AORs).

Disciplines include:

• Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Structural, Combat Systems, Systems Engineers, ILS, Naval Architects)
• Draftspersons – Fixed Term and Permanent Opportunities
• Asset Management
• Configuration Management
• Project Managers
• Enterprise Risk
• Electrical Superintendents and Maintenance Planners
• Supply Chain

As the ideal candidate, you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline
• Demonstrated experience working in the Defence or maritime industry (desirable)
• Eligibility for an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) Defence Security Clearance
• Australian Citizenship

What it’s like to work with Navantia Australia

Navantia Australia plays a key part in the Australian government’s Naval Shipbuilding Plan, we are committed to growing Australia’s shipbuilding and sustainment capability and we want you to grow your career with us.

We recognise that it’s our people who are our greatest asset and are committed to giving all employees the opportunity to grow their skills, gain valuable experience, develop professionally, and work on exciting diverse projects. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer and embrace culture of corporate diversity and workplace innovation.

We provide a range of benefits including:

• Company Paid Parental Leave (12 weeks Primary Carer / 2 weeks Secondary Carer)
• Navantia Australia Flexible Work Policy (Up to 2 days per week Work From Home dependant on site)
• Company paid Defence Reservist Leave – 4 weeks
• Employee Discounts Portal offering discounts from major retailers
• Salary sacrifice for Superannuation
• Novated Lease
• Training opportunities
• ​​​​​​​Spanish language classes
• Quarterly Employee Achievement Award
• Weekly fruit boxes all sites
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About Us:

Navantia Australia specialises in project management, engineering services and through life support in the naval shipbuilding domain. We provide the Royal Australian Navy (Navy) with cross platform solutions through our heritage and evolved capability as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and our platform integration expertise.

As the designer and through participation in the Destroyer Guided Missile (DDG), Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment (AOR), Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) and LHD Landing Craft (LLC) programs, Navantia Australia has been a vital part of interesting, innovative and cutting-edge shipbuilding and sustainment activities. Navantia Australia also supports the Navy through provision of design compliant and product agnostic engineering upgrades to meet demands for capability advancements to accommodate for new and emerging threats.

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The Role:

It’s never been a more exciting time to be joining Navantia Australia, one of Australia’s leading companies in the Maritime and Defence industry.

Navantia Australia has been awarded the Designer Support Contract to provide comprehensive design and engineering support to all Navantia-designed ships in service with the Royal Australian Navy. This landmark contract marks a significant milestone for Navantia Australia, as it is the company’s first contract held directly with the Commonwealth of Australia (CoA), underscoring its commitment to innovation and excellence in the maritime industry.

Due to Navantia Australia’s ongoing success, we have exciting opportunities for multiple graduate engineers to come and be part of our ever growing organisation. You will support the delivery of combat systems integration projects and tasks for RAN ships. Responsibility includes the provision of engineering services, technical advice, investigations and solution development for the platform integration elements of the following (where applicable):

Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide engineering technical competence based on relevant experience and knowledge.

• Support design activities for naval ship systems, applying robust systems engineering processes.

• Undertake technical investigations, root cause analysis and solution identification.

• Deliver technical reports and technical documentation in accordance with established Navantia and customer standards.

• Work effectively within the broader Navantia Engineering Team to engage with different engineering disciplines in the development of new naval ship system designs.

• Support assigned engineering projects from concept through to delivery.

• Support and attend design coordination meetings with engineering project stakeholders.

• Support and attend Design Review meetings with the Client.

• Support the integrity and maintenance of Navantia’s engineering design tools, baselines, and engineering drawings.

As the ideal candidate, you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree ‐ Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, Naval Architecture, Aerospace, Structural, Mechatronics all considered)

• Proven skills and experience in a related engineering function.

• Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning, listening and decision-making skills.

• Demonstrated ability to deliver results in a high-pressure environment.

• Ability to manage, prioritise and complete multiple tasks concurrently.

• Ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships at all levels of the business and Clients.

• Australian Citizenship.

What it’s like to work with Navantia Australia

Navantia Australia plays a key part in the Australian government’s Naval Shipbuilding Plan, we are committed to growing Australia’s shipbuilding and sustainment capability and we want you to grow your career with us. We recognise that it’s our people who are our greatest asset and are committed to giving all employees the opportunity to grow their skills, gain valuable experience, develop professionally, and work on exciting diverse projects. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer and embrace culture of corporate diversity and workplace innovation.

We provide a range of benefits including:

• Company Paid Parental Leave (12 weeks Primary Carer / 2 weeks Secondary Carer)

• Navantia Australia Flexible Work Policy (Up to 2 days per week Work From Home)

• Company paid Defence Reservist Leave – 4 weeks

• Employee Discounts Portal offering discounts from major retailers

• Salary sacrifice for Superannuation

• Novated Lease

• Training opportunities

• Spanish language classes

• Quarterly Employee Achievement Award

• Company paid shuttle bus from Garden Island < > Kings Cross Station

• Weekly fruit boxes all sites

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About Us:

Navantia Australia specialises in project management, engineering services and through life support in the naval shipbuilding domain. We provide the Royal Australian Navy (Navy) with cross platform solutions through our heritage and evolved capability as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and our platform integration expertise.

As the designer and through participation in the Destroyer Guided Missile (DDG), Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment (AOR), Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) and LHD Landing Craft (LLC) programs, Navantia Australia has been a vital part of interesting, innovative and cutting-edge shipbuilding and sustainment activities. Navantia Australia also supports the Navy through provision of design compliant and product agnostic engineering upgrades to meet demands for capability advancements to accommodate for new and emerging threats.

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It’s never been a more exciting time to be joining Navantia Australia, one of Australia’s leading companies in the Maritime and Defence industry.

Navantia Australia plays a key part in the Australian government’s Naval Shipbuilding Plan, we are committed to growing Australia’s shipbuilding and sustainment capability and we want you to grow your career with us. We are growing considerably and are seeking expressions of interest from talented professionals from different disciplines to join our teams across our Sydney, Melbourne and Perth offices.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside industry leaders and like-minded engineers on sustaining Navantia’s design class of warships in service with the Royal Australian Navy (including Hobart class DDGs, Canberra class LHDs and Supply class AORs).

Disciplines include:

• Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Structural, Combat Systems, Systems Engineers, ILS, Naval Architects)
• Draftspersons – Fixed Term and Permanent Opportunities
• Asset Management
• Configuration Management
• Project Managers
• Enterprise Risk
• Electrical Superintendents and Maintenance Planners
• Supply Chain

As the ideal candidate, you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline
• Demonstrated experience working in the Defence or maritime industry (desirable)
• Eligibility for an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) Defence Security Clearance
• Australian Citizenship

What it’s like to work with Navantia Australia

Navantia Australia plays a key part in the Australian government’s Naval Shipbuilding Plan, we are committed to growing Australia’s shipbuilding and sustainment capability and we want you to grow your career with us.

We recognise that it’s our people who are our greatest asset and are committed to giving all employees the opportunity to grow their skills, gain valuable experience, develop professionally, and work on exciting diverse projects. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer and embrace culture of corporate diversity and workplace innovation.

We provide a range of benefits including:

• Company Paid Parental Leave (12 weeks Primary Carer / 2 weeks Secondary Carer)
• Navantia Australia Flexible Work Policy (Up to 2 days per week Work From Home)
• Company paid Defence Reservist Leave – 4 weeks
• Employee Discounts Portal offering discounts from major retailers
• Salary sacrifice for Superannuation
• Novated Lease
• Training opportunities
• ​​​​​​​Spanish language classes
• Quarterly Employee Achievement Award
• Weekly fruit boxes all sites
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About Us:

Navantia Australia specialises in project management, engineering services and through life support in the naval shipbuilding domain. We provide the Royal Australian Navy (Navy) with cross platform solutions through our heritage and evolved capability as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and our platform integration expertise.

As the designer and through participation in the Destroyer Guided Missile (DDG), Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment (AOR), Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) and LHD Landing Craft (LLC) programs, Navantia Australia has been a vital part of interesting, innovative and cutting-edge shipbuilding and sustainment activities. Navantia Australia also supports the Navy through provision of design compliant and product agnostic engineering upgrades to meet demands for capability advancements to accommodate for new and emerging threats.

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The Role:

It’s never been a more exciting time to be joining Navantia Australia, one of Australia’s leading companies in the Maritime and Defence industry. We are committed to growing Australia’s shipbuilding and sustainment capability and we want you to grow your career with us.

Due to Navantia Australia’s ongoing success in delivering specialised Engineering Services to the Royal Australian Navy, we are growing considerably and have an exciting opportunity for Naval Architects to join the Naval Engineering teams in its Melbourne and Sydney offices. Fantastic opportunities to be part of a successful multi-disciplined Engineering team and work alongside industry leaders and like-minded engineers on exciting new naval ship designs.

As a Naval Architect, you will be working within the “General Design” division of Navantia Australia and will be responsible to deliver systems for naval ships.

In this role, you will:

• Naval Architecture
• Weight Control
• Stability
• Seakeeping
• Ship Performance – Speed, Range, Crew Requirements, Operating Environment, Maneuvering,
• General Arrangement design
• Structural calculations to the required standards
• Class Society
• Ensure ship systems are designed, delivered and maintained within Class Society rules and requirements
• Equipment certification
• Ensure compliance to legislative requirements – IMO, AMSA, Commercial and Naval Standards
• Conduct Systems Engineering assessments of General Design requirements to confirm compliance with the standard and platform specifications
• Document deliverables in accordance Navantia and Customer Management Plans
• Support Business Development submission in accordance with ASDEFCON framework
• Liaison with Clients (internal & external) and subcontractors
• Requirements analysis and verification development.
• Perform engineering investigations and develop documentation such as reports and specifications.
• Interface with other Platform System disciplines for the delivery of technical services.
• Deliver quality documents in line with the scope and on time
• Project Management, including management of task schedule, resourcing, budget and progress monitoring and reporting.
• Other duties as required to support Navantia Australia activities.

As the ideal candidate, you will have:

• Currently studying a Tertiary qualifications in Engineering – Naval Architecture or Ocean Engineering
• Australian Citizen mandatory

What it’s like to work with Navantia Australia

At Navantia Australia, we recognise that it’s our people who are our greatest asset. We are committed to giving all employees the opportunity to grow their skills, gain valuable experience, develop professionally, and work on exciting diverse projects.

We provide a range of benefits including, ongoing professional development, flexible working options and competitive remuneration packages. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer and embrace culture of corporate diversity and workplace innovation.

About Us:

Navantia Australia specialises in project management, engineering services and through life support in the naval shipbuilding domain. We provide the Royal Australian Navy (Navy) with cross platform solutions through our heritage and evolved capability as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and our platform integration expertise.

As the designer and through participation in the Destroyer Guided Missile (DDG), Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment (AOR), Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) and LHD Landing Craft (LLC) programs, Navantia Australia has been a vital part of interesting, innovative and cutting-edge shipbuilding and sustainment activities. Navantia Australia also supports the Navy through provision of design compliant and product agnostic engineering upgrades to meet demands for capability advancements to accommodate for new and emerging threats.

To apply, click on ‘Apply for this job’

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The Role:

It’s never been a more exciting time to be joining Navantia Australia, one of Australia’s leading companies in the Maritime and Defence industry. We are committed to growing Australia’s shipbuilding and sustainment capability and we want you to grow your career with us.

Due to Navantia Australia’s ongoing success in delivering specialised Engineering Services to the Royal Australian Navy, we are growing considerably and have an exciting opportunity for Naval Architects to join the Naval Engineering excellence in its Melbourne and Sydney offices. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a successful multi-disciplined Engineering team and work alongside industry leaders and like-minded engineers on exciting new naval ship designs.

As a Naval Architect, you will be working within the “General Design” division of Navantia Australia and will be responsible to deliver systems for naval ships.

In this role, you will:

• Naval Architecture
• Weight Control
• Stability
• Seakeeping
• Ship Performance – Speed, Range, Crew Requirements, Operating Environment, Maneuvering,
• General Arrangement design
• Structural calculations to the required standards
• Class Society
• Ensure ship systems are designed, delivered and maintained within Class Society rules and requirements
• Equipment certification
• Ensure compliance to legislative requirements – IMO, AMSA, Commercial and Naval Standards
• Conduct Systems Engineering assessments of General Design requirements to confirm compliance with the standard and platform specifications
• Document deliverables in accordance Navantia and Customer Management Plans
• Support Business Development submission in accordance with ASDEFCON framework
• Liaison with Clients (internal & external) and subcontractors
• Requirements analysis and verification development.
• Perform engineering investigations and develop documentation such as reports and specifications.
• Interface with other Platform System disciplines for the delivery of technical services.
• Deliver quality documents in line with the scope and on time
• Project Management, including management of task schedule, resourcing, budget and progress monitoring and reporting.
• Other duties as required to support Navantia Australia activities.

As the ideal candidate, you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering – Naval Architecture
• 2D CAD (AutoCAD) to produce design information.2D/3D CAD and other specialist software as required to produce and to review design information.
• Familiarity with Class Society (primarily Lloyds Register Rules)
• Familiarity with IMO requirements
• Eligibility to qualify for ITAR clearance
• Knowledge and experience of ship structural design and its application to local structure and foundations.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively, but can also operate autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning, listening and decision making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results in a high-pressure environment.
• Australian Citizenship holding or eligible for an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) Defence Security Clearance to a minimum of Baseline

What it’s like to work with Navantia Australia

At Navantia Australia, we recognise that it’s our people who are our greatest asset. We are committed to giving all employees the opportunity to grow their skills, gain valuable experience, develop professionally, and work on exciting diverse projects.

We provide a range of benefits including, ongoing professional development, flexible working options and competitive remuneration packages. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer and embrace culture of corporate diversity and workplace innovation.

About Us:

Navantia Australia specialises in project management, engineering services and through life support in the naval shipbuilding domain. We provide the Royal Australian Navy (Navy) with cross platform solutions through our heritage and evolved capability as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and our platform integration expertise.

As the designer and through participation in the Destroyer Guided Missile (DDG), Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment (AOR), Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) and LHD Landing Craft (LLC) programs, Navantia Australia has been a vital part of interesting, innovative and cutting-edge shipbuilding and sustainment activities. Navantia Australia also supports the Navy through provision of design compliant and product agnostic engineering upgrades to meet demands for capability advancements to accommodate for new and emerging threats.

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