Business Analyst

About the Opportunity

As the Business Analyst for Austal Defence Australia (ADA), you’ll be responsible for driving operational excellence by analysing business processes, identifying improvement opportunities, and supporting the delivery of strategic initiatives across the organisation The role works collaboratively with stakeholders to optimise processes, improve productivity, support change management, and ensure that business requirements are translated into practical and sustainable solutions that support organisational objectives.

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

• Lead the elicitation, analysis, documentation, and management of business requirements to ensure solutions meet operational and strategic objectives of ADA
• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement across functional and digital environments by aligning business processes, information requirements and digital capabilities
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders to facilitate collaboration, support change adoption, ensuring business readiness for new processes and technologies
• Provide analysis, reporting, and governance support that enables informed decision making and ensures initiatives deliver intended businesses value

You’ll Need

• Diploma or certificate in business analysis, project management or related discipline
• Demonstrated experience in leading large-scale business process re-engineering initiatives, developing sophisticated process models, and directing the strategic implementation of enterprise-level IT systems
• Proven ability to provide strategic oversight of business systems, driving operational excellence and aligning technology solutions with overarching organisational goals
• Advanced experience in leveraging enterprise-level business analysis tools and the full suite of Microsoft Office applications to deliver strategic insights and drive data-driven decision making
• Expertise in leading strategic change management initiatives, employing advanced methodologies to drive organisational transformation and ensure seamless adoption of new processes and technologies
• Extensive experience in engaging and influencing senior executive stakeholders, building strategic partnerships, and driving consensus on complex business initiatives
• Understanding and strategic application of Agile and Waterfall methodologies
• 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 Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia