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

We are seeking a Learning & Development Specialist to join the team on a 24‑month fixed‑term contract. The Learning & Development Specialist will play a key role in supporting ASC’s Digital Transformation Program (DTP), enabling the organisation’s transition to a more digitally capable future. Reporting to the Change Manager – PLM Transformation Program, you will design and deliver contemporary learning solutions that support system and technical change. This role works across multiple program streams and partners closely with stakeholders across the enterprise to achieve targeted learning outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and development initiatives aligned to the Digital Transformation Program
• Design and deliver end‑to‑end, audience‑specific learning programs for technical and system changes
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with project stakeholders and business leaders at all levels
• Provide insights into contemporary learning practices and recommend innovative, improved approaches
• Analyse complex data and systems to monitor and evaluate learning effectiveness and key performance indicators
• Manage the end‑to‑end administration of the Learning Management System (LMS) for the project

About you 

• Strong background in learning and development, with a demonstrated ability to support capability building across teams and individuals
• Proven experience designing learning solutions for technical, system, or digital transformation initiatives
• Experience working in a project‑based environment, ideally within a large‑scale digital transformation program
• Comfortable operating at both a strategic level and hands‑on delivery, including design, implementation, and facilitation
• Confident working independently as an embedded and trusted advisor within an L&D team
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage a broad, multi‑site stakeholder group and proactively challenge existing approaches to improve outcomes

Eligibility

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