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 conventionally armed, 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 Digital Tools – Governance & Support, based in Osborne SA, your project management experience and knowledge of engineering, product lifecycle management, and enterprise resource management methods and tools will enable you to effectively engage with the business capabilities and ASC technology delivery capabilities to project manage the successful implementation of Digital Tool projects.  Your success in the role will be dependant on your ability to effectively project manage and support governance oversight tasks, provide direct support for Digital Tools project activities, and executing successful change management for governance activities.  This full-time, permanent role will work across ASC SA and WA sites, in a complex and emerging environment where customer service and stakeholder engagement are paramount, and your ability to work independently and collaborate with other teams to deliver successful outcomes is essential. 

Responsibilities  

• Ensure the delivery of successful planning, execution and closeout of project activities associated with the Digital Tools – Governance and Support
• Support business improvement and process development activities whilst coaching and mentoring other team members to build ASCs project management capability  
• Provide liaison and facilitation services as required between business capabilities and internal service providers to ensure the alignment of activities and priorities that support strategic objectives and programs of work 
• Undertake effective customer and stakeholder engagement for all tasks with the aim to enhance business outcomes and build relationships
• Collaborate/manage internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal program outcomes 
• Effectively manage the risks associated with the delivery of projects in a complex environment
• Running project meetings, structured in alignment to Department set, to manage schedule, cost and quality, risk and opportunity, and dependencies, including resourcing 
• Managing development of WBS, data dictionary, cost estimates, schedule, resourcing and risk and opportunity for new business to ensure scope and solution are both fully defined and achievable 

Please note: Availability for collaboration calls outside normal working hours (UK timezone) is required. Periodic domestic and international travel may also be required on an ad hoc basis.  

About you   

• Tertiary degree in a technical discipline relevant to the management of complex technical projects or relevant equivalent experience
• A minimum of five years’ experience in a complex project environment as a Project Manager (or equivalent) 
• Familiarity with PLM (Product Lifecycle Management), PDM (Product Data Management), ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) or ERM (Enterprise Resource Management) methods and tools, such as Siemens Teamcenter, Dassault Enovia, IFS, SAP.
• Excellent knowledge of project delivery best practices including scheduling, earned value management, risk management, quality management, stakeholder and personnel management as applicable to a complex digital tools project environment 
• Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise and deliver desired business outcomes 
• Demonstrable high-level verbal and written communication skills 
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across the organisation and externally by building and developing relationships 
• A good understanding of systems engineering, product lifecycle, configuration management, product safety, Defence Seaworthiness principles and engineering governance and assurance, will be highly regarded

Eligibility  

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance to an NV1 level. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance.   

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.  
• Relocation support for you and your family, whether you’re from interstate or overseas.  

Adelaide, South Australia (SA), combines cosmopolitan living with natural beauty, featuring picturesque hills, renowned wineries, and stunning coastlines. As a centre for innovation, SA offers careers in defence, space and advanced manufacturing. Celebrated for its Mediterranean climate and cultural richness, Adelaide provides excellent work/life balance. Explore world-class wineries, enjoy the vibrant food scene, and experience affordable, family-friendly living in a welcoming, community-oriented city.  

 About ASC  

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. Established in 1985, the company’s work on Australia’s conventionally armed, 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.