Material Planner - LCH

About the Opportunity

As the Material Planner for Austal Defence Australia (ADA), you’ll be responsible for ensuring that all materials and components required for production are available on time as per the schedule, in the correct quantities, and meet quality and specification standards. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate material data and ensuring that material requirements are correctly represented in the ERP system to enable efficient procurement and production planning. The role focuses on translating the Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOM) into a Production Bill of Materials (PBOM), validating material accuracy from both input and output perspectives across work orders and shop orders. The Material Planner ensures timely release of orders to the Supply Chain team to support on-time procurement and delivery in line with project and production schedules.

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

• Forecast material requirements using production schedules, work orders, and engineering drawings.
• Develop and maintain material plans aligned with project schedules and budgets.
• Monitor material availability, usage, and inventory to support production and minimise shortages or waste.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Procurement, Production, and Supply Chain to manage design changes, obsolescence, and material risks.
• Support logistics activities to ensure timely delivery of materials for production.
• Ensure materials comply with marine, Defence, and project quality and safety requirements.
• Liaise between Engineering and Procurement to coordinate custom components and resolve material issues. 

You’ll Need 

• 1 – 3+ years of experience in materials planning or procurement
•  Strong knowledge of supply chain, logistics, and material planning.
• Proficient in ERP/MRP systems, including IFS and SAP.
• Skilled in material forecasting, scheduling, and inventory planning.
• Able to interpret Bills of Materials and engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of shipbuilding materials, marine standards, and regulations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Effective communicator with engineering, procurement, logistics, and production teams.
• Understanding of global supply chains, supplier lead times, and project-driven environments.
• Police Clearance Certificate

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