Lagger

About The Opportunity

As a Lagger for Austal Defence Australia (ADA), you'll be responsible for the installation of thermal insulation, fire protection systems and lagging solutions across defence vessel projects. Working within the Production Fitout team, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality work safely, efficiently and to required standards, while contributing to a productive and collaborative work environment.

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

Installation of thermal insulation and structural fire protection systemsPerforming lagging activities to agreed quality standards and class requirementsSafe operation and maintenance of trade-related hand and power toolsMaintaining a clean, organised and safe work environmentContributing to continuous improvement initiatives and waste reductionWorking collaboratively with team members to meet project schedules and production targetsFollowing company procedures, work instructions and HSEQ requirements

You'll Need

Experience in lagging, insulation installation, structural fire protection, or a similar trade environment.Understanding of thermal insulation and fire protection installation methods.Ability to perform work to agreed quality standards, specifications and class requirements.Experience using trade-related hand and power tools safely and effectively.Strong commitment to workplace safety, housekeeping and quality procedures.Ability to work effectively within a team and adapt to a variety of production activities.Good communication, time management and organisational skills (Desirable).Previous marine insulation or shipbuilding experience, and/or High Risk Work Licences (Forklift and EWP) (Desirable).

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.

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