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

ASC is seeking an experienced hands on Material Coordinator Lead to manage the day‑to‑day operations of the ASC West warehouse. This role is critical in ensuring the accurate receipt, storage, issue, and distribution of materials to support WA project maintenance activities.

You will lead warehouse operations, coordinate freight movements, oversee inventory accuracy, and ensure all work is performed safely and in accordance with ASC Corporate Management System (CMS), OH&S requirements, and Standard Operating Procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily warehouse operations, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient material handling.
• Coordinate all material receipts, dispatches, storage, and stock transfers.
• The role is based at ASC West, supporting WA operations with national freight interfaces, including courier coordination and inward/outward freight processing.
• Ensure stock availability to support Production and minimise downtime.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee stocktakes and cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Maintain stock data and system transactions within IFS and GIR, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Enforce warehouse housekeeping standards, SOP compliance, and OH&S requirements.
• Provide customer-focused support to internal stakeholders, Facilities, and Production as required.

About you 

You will be a reliable and disciplined leader who takes ownership of warehouse operations, demonstrates sound judgement, and upholds ASC’s values of Protect, Respect, Integrity, Discipline, and Excellence. Your attention to detail, commitment to safety, and customer-focused mindset will be key to your success

• 2+ years’ experience in a hands-on warehouse or logistics lead role
• Experience with MRP systems (e.g. IFS/GIR) and RF inventory systems
• Proven ability to lead warehouse staff and oversee daily operations
• Strong stock control and inventory accuracy skills
• LF Forklift licence with practical operating experience
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
• Strong communication, time management, and attention to detail
• Sound understanding of safety, security, and chain of custody requirements
• Eligible to obtain Baseline or NV1 Defence Security Clearance

Eligibility

• This role requires a current National Police Clearance and ‘eligibility’ to obtain Australian Defence Security Clearance. Your suitability 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.
• 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 3000-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 conventionally armed, 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.