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

This position works collaboratively with the whole business to facilitate company objectives in a compliant manner, with a particular focus on developing strategies to identify and mitigate risk arising from export control/controlled technology frameworks including but not limited to the Australian Defence Trade Controls and Customs Acts, the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Foreign Military Sales (FMS) regime and Export Administration Regulations (EAR), UK and European export control regimes clearly and precisely.

The role will assist the business by effectively overseeing and managing risk and ensuring compliance with export control laws, will support business development and project management activities impacted by controlled technology, and will monitor and hold accountability for relevant access controls.

This position is required to consider, manage and advise on a wide range of issues, opportunities and risks relating to domestic and foreign import and export laws to ensure ongoing business continuity and success – specifically protecting ASC from significant financial, reputational, contractual and legal harm and sanctions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the strategy for the Technology Controls Function and controlled technology compliance
• Develop Controlled Technology frameworks for decision making and governance arrangements to empower teams to make informed decisions, ensure compliance, accountability and clear structure
• Proactively manage the delivery of the Technology Controls Function at ASC in line with ASC’s policies and procedures and legal and regulatory requirements
• Report on Technology Controls Function performance and compliance in accordance with business and program requirements
• Proactively identify processes within the Technology Controls Function that would benefit from improvements and recommend the appropriate action

About You

• Tertiary qualifications in relevant field or discipline desirable (not mandatory)
• Must be eligible for Australian Defence Security Clearance (Neg Vet 1) and full access to all Controlled Technology held by ASC
• 5 years’ plus experience in the management of domestic and foreign import/export control laws or similar, managing risk/compliance obligations
• Excellent verbal communication and written language skills and strong attention to detail
• Experience leading and mentoring a small team 
• Focus on quality/accuracy and responsiveness and ability to work autonomously and influence
• Ability to engage with multiple stakeholders across the business

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 1900-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.