Learning Designer

About the Opportunity

Based in Henderson, the Learning Designer will be responsible for designing, developing and maintaining engaging learning solutions that support workforce capability across Austal. Working closely with stakeholders and subject matter experts, the role will transform complex technical information into practical, learner-focused content delivered through digital, virtual and face-to-face learning experiences. The position plays a key role in driving learning effectiveness, supporting organisational capability development, and ensuring learning content is aligned with business 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. 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. Learn more at austal.com/ssa

What's Involved

• Design and develop engaging learning solutions, including e-learning, instructor-led training, assessments and supporting resources
• Partner with stakeholders and subject matter experts to translate technical content into effective, learner-focused learning experiences
• Manage learning content and resources within Workday Learning and other learning platforms, ensuring materials remain current, accessible and aligned to business needs
• Evaluate learning effectiveness through feedback, analytics and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance capability outcomes

You'll Need

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE) and experience in Learning Design, Instructional Design or a similar capability development role
• Demonstrated experience developing digital, blended and facilitator-led learning solutions using e-learning authoring tools such as Articulate 360 and Learning Management Systems
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and technical writing skills, with the ability to simplify complex information into effective learning resources
• Sound knowledge of adult learning principles and learning technologies
• Experience within Defence, shipbuilding, manufacturing or other technical industries. (Desirable)

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment.
• Opportunities to influence capability development across a growing organisation.
• Long-term career opportunities supporting nationally significant Defence and maritime programs.

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