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

The role is accountable for the design, development, implementation and evaluation of L&D initiatives to increase capability, drive high performance and improve culture across the business. This includes conducting training needs analysis, competency analysis, designing fit for purpose solutions and project managing to coordinating and facilitating learning programs.

The position is required to maintain strong working relationship with the wider Multi-Class Sustainment team, P&C Department and L&D Teams to ensure ongoing operational support of Learning and Development Department while consistently demonstrating positive behaviours in line with the organisational values and demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset by developing, sharing and implementing new processes and procedures to support the effective execution of the SSN Sustainment Program.

Responsible for supporting business leaders, particularly the Transfer of Technology Teams, in delivering timely, compliant and cost-effective Learning and Development solutions and advice to meet operational objectives.

Informs and influences the broader ASC P&C team to enable an effective delivery of L&D Services to the business.

Responsibilities

Support Learning and Development initiatives, with a focus on employee development and the implementation of key projects such as:

• Transition of international training packages in line with defence export training control requirements.
• Develop Australian based training solutions and associated competency management processes to meet international training outcomes.
• Define and demonstrate existing ASC skills and supporting evidence within the CCSM program for use on VCS in the SSN Sustainment Program.
• Coaching and mentoring programs.
• Induction and onboarding programs.
• Safety and Compliance Programs.
• Technical and discipline specific programs.

About You

• Vocational or Tertiary Qualification in HR, Learning and Development, Adult Education, or equivalent related work experience.
• 8+ years of relevant experience.

• Previous experience in in a similar role working across a multi-site multi-disciplined business, ideally with multi-national aspects.
• Previous experience in managing L&D projects from inception to completion and continuous improvement.

• Proven understanding of contemporary and modern Learning Solutions.
• Good understanding of L&D Systems and interfaces.
• Sound understanding of export controls and Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information related to learning and development and transfer of knowledge.

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.

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 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.