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 General Manager (GM) – Operations Execution, the Head of Operational Services & Support is accountable for managing the provision of multiple operational services to support the Operations team executing the Collins Class Submarine (CCSM) Program. The role is a Senior Leadership position, directly supporting the GM Operations Execution, to ensure we deliver on strategy and achieve operational excellence. The position will act as the state-based operations representative in South Australia, working closely with the business and the Operations/CCSM Program lead team.

The portfolio includes the following functions:

• Operational Facilities management
• Operational Subcontractor management
• Operational Administrative Support
• Operations Workforce management

The leadership of these functions is key to ensuring the ongoing availability of operations activities and consistency across ASC operations and sites. The timely provision of these services and management of the associated budget will be key to the success of the CCSM Sustainment Program.

Responsibilities

• Provide site-based senior leadership in South Australia in support of the GM Operations Execution and overall CCSM Program objectives
• Contribute to ensuring the successful undertaking and completion of all operational elements of the CCSM Program, including through aligning activities with ASC’s strategy and assisting ASC to meet any relevant contractual deliverables
• Working within the CCSM Program leadership team, maintaining a strategic perspective of the entire business and considering a wide range of longer-term issues, opportunities and risks to ensure ongoing business success
• Provide direct leadership to the leaders of these functions, ensuring team members are provided with direction and attainable yet challenging performance targets.

About You 

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Business, Management, or similar
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in a senior operational, project management or engineering role, preferably in Defence / shipbuilding
• Experience managing multi-disciplined resources across multiple work sites
• Demonstrated performance in developing strong, outcome focused multidiscipline teams and an ability to identify and implement interventions and high-quality solutions
• Strong interpersonal, leadership and communication skills and an ability to establish and maintain key stakeholder relationships
• Experience in a complex Project Environment where work is constrained by budget and schedule

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 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.