Western Australia's defence industry needs skilled workers to meet future industry requirements and prepare for major projects happening now and up to the next 20 years. Defence career opportunities are available across Western Australia’s defence industry in trade, paraprofessional, professional and specialist roles.

Occupation spotlight

When considering your role in Western Australia’s defence industry, the following 24 occupations are in-demand and will be required to sustain current and upcoming defence projects in Western Australia. 

  • diploma engineering - technical
    Project management and supply chain

    Maintenance Planner

    Maintenance planners ensure that the machinery used in manufacturing, refining and processing plants is in the best possible working order.

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  • project scheduler
    Project management and supply chain

    Project administrator

    Project administrators are responsible for creating and managing systems that plan, monitor, control, and report the progress and performance of projects and programs.

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  • project manager
    Project management and supply chain

    Project manager

    Project managers oversee the operations of individual projects within a program of work.

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  • Man smiling with his arms folder in a warehouse
    Project management and supply chain

    Purchasing and logistics officer

    A purchasing and logistics officer prepares and processes orders for goods and services, and monitors stock levels and supply sources to support defence operations.

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  • procurement manager
    Project management and supply chain

    Supply and distribution manager

    A supply and distribution manager oversees the flow of materials, services and equipment to supply defence industry companies and the Australian Defence Force (ADF).

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