ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s nuclear-powered submarines – the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.

Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.

About the Opportunity

The Business Design Manager leads the Business Design Team ensuring that expertise in business analysis and business process design is provided to Transformation Programs and Projects at ASC.

As part of the Transformation Office Leadership Team, this position works with the broader ASC business when large scale changes to business processes and models are required. The role involves fosters positive working relationships with all stakeholders to deliver on the organisation’s transformational objectives.

The primary focus will be on the Digital Transformation Program (DTP), with some alignment activities managed across the Transformation Office (TO).

This role is Full Time, based in Henderson WA or Osborne SA. 

Responsibilities

• Manage the Business Design Team, including Business Analysts, Business Process Design specialists, and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
• Ensure business requirements and customer needs are understood and reflected in Transformation Programs and Projects.
• Provide business analysis and design expertise, services, and support to Transformation Programs and Projects.
• Gather and document business requirements, maintaining a requirements baseline.
• Provide change impact analyses in collaboration with the Organisational Change Management Team.
• Oversee business and functional design activities related to Transformation Office projects.
• Ensure the involvement of appropriate SMEs and stakeholders in Transformation Programs and Project workstreams.
• Contribute to Transformation Office methodologies, tools, and templates.

About you 

• Minimum 10 years in a business process design/ reengineering, and/ or senior business analyst role in a complex organisation/ program.
• Minimum 5 years of team leadership/ management experience in large and complex environments.
• Demonstrable experience successfully delivering significant changes to business processes in complex and challenging environments.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and management skills, with experience engaging at all organisational levels, including the Board.
• Solid knowledge and experience in organisational change management.
• Contemporary IT management and transformation experience.
• Ability to gather, understand, and prioritise customer requirements in complex environments.
• Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills.
• Experience in Defence or similar security-sensitive industries is desirable.
• Qualifications/certifications in Business Analysis, Business Process Design, Lean, Six Sigma, or related disciplines are desirable.

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance. To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

Benefits

• Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
• Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.
• Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
• Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
• Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
• Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
• A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
• Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.

About ASC

Established in 1985, ASC’s 2,400-plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering experience and expertise that is unparalleled in Australia’s defence industry. The company’s work on Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.

Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose. Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.