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 

Reporting to the Head of Strategic Projects and working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, the Capability Partnerships Manager is responsible for establishing and managing the Multi-Class Sustainment (MCS) Capability Partnerships Panel. 

You will lead the development and execution of partnering strategies, manage existing relationships, and identify new opportunities for collaboration and integration. This includes overseeing budget and performance outcomes, establishing and managing supplier agreements, and ensuring ASC enablers are in place to support service delivery. 

Responsibilities 

• Establish, manage, and maintain key capability support partnerships, ensuring alignment with program objectives. 
• Develop and implement partnership strategies, policies, and processes across the MCS program. 
• Analyse partner capabilities and identify opportunities for new partnerships and integration. 
• Negotiate and formalise agreements with new partners, in collaboration with commercial and legal teams. 
• Monitor and report on partnership performance, proactively resolving issues and adapting strategies to maximise value. 
• Manage panel budget and optimise cost and schedule performance. 
• Engage with internal stakeholders across Operations, Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain and Business Performance to support service delivery. 

About You: 

Successful candidates will have a delivery mindset and a growth focus. You will bring a strong commercial mindset and the ability and maintain strategic relationships: 

• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Engineering, Commerce, Law, Procurement or a related discipline.  
• Project Management qualifications (desirable).  
• 10+ years’ experience in project management, supply chain, procurement, or commercial advisory roles.  
• Knowledge of value chains within a Maintenance Repair Organisation (MRO), ideally in shipbuilding or defence.  
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.  
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outcomes in complex environments.  
• High-level analytical, financial and commercial acumen.  
• Experience developing strategies for partnership growth and integration. 

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance, an Australian Defence Security Clearance and an ability to access protected US defence technology. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearances and approvals.

Whilst ASC will accept all applications for this role, as this role requires an ability to access protected US defence technology, applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries will not be eligible.

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 2500-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.