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. 

About the Opportunity 

ASC is undergoing a significant transformation of its systems, platforms, policies, processes and culture as it transitions to a multi-program organisation. This position is integral to the effective delivery of the transformation programs, ensuring that all program stakeholders and the wider ASC workforce are kept informed and engaged during program scoping and delivery, as part of our Change Management Strategy.

Reporting to the Head of Internal Communications and Engagement and working closely with the Change Principal Transformation, this leadership position conceives, plans, delivers and measures internal communication content production, projects and initiatives for the Transformation Office and its portfolio of transformation programs and projects. This will include the Workforce Transformation Program and the Finance Transformation Program. 

This position will be ‘embedded’ within the Transformation Office for day-to-day activity, but will remain a member of ASC’s Internal Communications and Engagement (ICE) Team. The ICE Team exists to keep all ASC employees fully informed and engaged.  The team utilises a host of channels to deliver a detailed schedule of high-quality, targeted internal communications and engagement content to our growing workforce.

This is a 2-year fixed term contract.

About You  

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a communications or similar role, preferably in an organisation undergoing transformation or large-scale change. 
• Demonstrated experience working in project-based environments and a working knowledge of project management methodologies.
• Leadership and management skills – ability to manage teams, time and tasks. 
• Highly developed interpersonal relationship skills and demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement.  
• Initiative, flexible and ability to adapt to uncertainty, competing demands and ambiguity.
  
  

Eligibility 

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security 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.