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 Multi Class Services Planning Team is a key capability area within the MCS department. The core purpose of the MCS Planning Team is to provide world class planning services and support to ASC and broader Submarine Enterprise. The Planning Team also manages external stakeholder relationships (e.g. Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group, Raytheon, THALES etc) in support of Maintenance Activity work package generation, execution and coordination and associated technical information to the wider CCSM Enterprise.  

Responsibilities

Based on Garden Island, WA reporting to the Operational Maintenance Planning Team Lead, the Operational Maintenance Planner provides services and support to Operational Submarines and Assisted Maintenance projects in support of team commitments aligning with Operational commitments and Submarine priorities. The primary purposes of the role is to manage development and changes to the Operational and maintenance period work scopes in a compliant and accurate manner, utilising ASC corporate systems and processes.

Expectations of the role include, but are not limited to:

• Coordination and ongoing development of Operational and Maintenance Availability Work Packages.
• Ensure all Work Package Planning services are delivered in accordance with milestone dates (or better) and are provided in a format required by downstream customers.
• Develop, coordinate and ensure accurate Maintenance Change Proposals and Unscheduled Corrective Maintenance tasks for allocated projects as required.
• Continuous improvement and adherence to the Submarine Planning Corporate Management System processes, internal work instructions and other processes required by the Project Management Plan.
• Demonstrate leadership and provide guidance to other departments pertaining to the allocated project/Maintenance Activity. Act as point of contact between the Project Team and the Planning Team for Operational and Scheduled Maintenance.

About you

• Mechanical/Electrical Trade qualified or other relevant technical qualification. Diploma or Advanced Diploma of Engineering desirable.
• Demonstrated competence and experience with work order generation, coordination and closeout within a project or planning environment.
• Demonstrated corporate data base and ERP system knowledge and skills utilised to interrogate corporate tools and data bases in support of work package generation, execution and closeout.
• Competent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication and influencing skills - written, verbal, interpersonal and across multiple levels.
• High level problem solving and decision making skills.
• Ability to set priorities and achieve deadlines within a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail, alignment and accuracy of corporate data and information systems.

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.