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 GM Transformation Office, the Head of EPMO & PMO Services leads ASC’s enterprise-wide portfolio management approach, providing the Enterprise Portfolio Committee with insights, prioritisation and performance reporting to support delivery of ASC’s strategic objectives. This 2-year fixed term role also leads the PMO function for enabling functions and transformation, driving governance, consistency, and delivery excellence across programs that underpin ASC’s organisational transformation and strategic capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and continuous improvement of enterprise portfolio governance frameworks and standards.
• Provide high-quality insights and recommendations to the Enterprise Portfolio Committee (EPC) to support decision making.
• Oversee PMO services for enabling functions and transformation initiatives, ensuring effective governance, reporting, and scheduling practices.
• Align portfolio initiatives to strategic priorities and available resources.
• Drive improvements in portfolio prioritisation, risk management, and dependency mapping.
• Partner with Business Units and PMOs to ensure an accurate view of drivers, constraints, and dependencies.
• Champion data-driven performance tracking using tools such as Power BI and portfolio analytics.
• Lead, coach, and develop high-performing EPMO and PMO teams, fostering a culture of accountability, transparency, and delivery excellence.
• Support audit and assurance activities to maintain compliance and governance maturity.

About you 

• Proven experience leading enterprise portfolio management and program governance within large, complex organisations.
• Expertise in portfolio prioritisation, risk management, and dependency mapping.
• Skilled in senior stakeholder influence and cross-functional team leadership.
• Advanced analytical and reporting capability, ideally with Power BI and portfolio tools.
• Tertiary qualifications in business, engineering, project management, or a related discipline.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills; able to operate effectively at all levels of the organisation.
• Resilient and outcomes-focused, comfortable navigating complexity and ambiguity.

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 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.