Dimensional Controller

About the Opportunity

Based in Henderson the Dimensional Controller will be responsible for ensuring vessel structures and assemblies are manufactured and assembled to the required dimensional tolerances, specifications, ad quality standards. Working closely with production, engineering, and quality teams, the Dimensional Controller plays a critical role in supportive efficient vessel construction while identifying and resolving dimensional issues before they impact production.

This role is ideally suited to an experienced trade qualified Fabricator, Boilermaker, or Shipbuilder looking to transition from hands-on fabrication into a technical quality and production support role.

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. With operations spanning multiple sites, Austal offers diverse career opportunities in trades, maintenance, engineering support, project services, corporate functions and operational delivery.

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.

This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.

What’s Involved

- Perform dimensional inspections and surveys of vessel structures, modules, and assemblies throughout the build process

- Verify structural alignment, fit-up, and geometry against engineering drawings, 3D models, and production requirements

- Use laser tracking, total station, and other measurement equipment to capture and record dimensional data

- Identify dimensional non-conformances and work with production and engineering teams to develop practical solutions

- Produce accurate inspection records, reports, and dimensional control documentation

- Assist production teams to establish datum points, reference lines, and build tolerances

- Review workshop drawings and construction specifications to ensure dimensional requirements are understood and achieved

- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance build accuracy, efficiency, and quality

- Adhere to Austal Safety and Quality standards

- Maintain a safe, professional, and productive work environment

You’ll Need

- Trade qualification in Fabrication/Boiler making

- Experience in shipbuilding, heavy fabrication, defence manufacturing, or similar large-scale construction environments

- Strong understanding of fabrication and assembly processes

- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and 3D models

- Experience performing dimensional checks, quality inspections, or production verification activities

- Strong attention to detail and methodical approach to problem solving

- Sound computer skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with production, engineering and quality personnel

- Hold a Construction Safety Induction (White Card)

- Eligibility for a Defence Security Clearance

Why Join Us?

- Competitive compensation and benefits package.

- Professional development and training opportunities.

- A supportive and dynamic work environment.

- Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.

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, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply. Veterans are also encouraged to apply.

Learn more at https://www.austaljobs.com/australia