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

As our new Head of Platform Engineering, you’ll lead a department of around 60 engineers across 6 IPTs, with 6 direct reports. You’ll deliver Platform Systems Engineering outcomes that are critical to program success, reporting to the General Manager – LOTE Platform System Design & Engineering. You’ll shape technical strategy, manage delivery, and work directly with our customer to solve complex engineering challenges.

This is a 12-month opportunity with potential to grow, offering real influence across technical and commercial domains.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering operations and initiatives that drive strategic goals and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate across departments to share knowledge, improve processes, and manage engineering risks.
• Define departmental structure, strategy, processes, and future direction aligned with business strategy.
• Manage recruitment, secondments, and training to build a skilled and engaged workforce.
• Oversee project estimates, schedules, and resource allocation to ensure delivery readiness.
• Monitor engineering activities for quality, compliance, and timely delivery aligned with ASC policies.

About you 

• Qualified in engineering and complex project management, with 8+ years leading large technical programs.
• Experienced in Naval systems design, sustainment and engineering delivery.
• Skilled in leading technical teams and shaping engineering organisational models.
• Strong in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement and project recovery.
• Confident in lifecycle, configuration, safety and engineering governance.
• Proactive, adaptable and energises teams to deliver high performance.

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 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. 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.