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 People & Culture Business Partner to join our team at Osborne.

The primary focus of this role is to own the relationship with stakeholders to develop and deliver departmental People Plans. This role largely takes responsibility for the relationships with leaders across the business.

Acting as an advisor, coach and facilitator in people related issues you will effectively support people related decisions within the business areas the role supports. You will facilitate and build leadership capability and develop business unit plans which link People and Culture (P&C) strategies to organisational outcomes. 

You will work strategically and operationally and be able to see the big picture. This role will partner with other specialist functions within the wider P&C team to support the business in delivering their overarching strategic plan. The P&C Business Partner will be proactive in resolving P&C related situations while driving best practice outcomes and ensuring compliance with Company policies, procedures and employment legislation.

 Responsibilities

• Deliver talent, capability development, workforce planning, change, culture and engagement initiatives that form part of the P&C strategy
• Provide coaching, guidance and advice to business leaders on employment relations matters
• Identify critical people risks / challenges and liaise with P&C specialists, functional teams, and leaders to develop and implement mitigation plans

 About You

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources or relevant field with a minimum of 8 years’ experience, 3 of which are in a senior operational role is desirable or commensurate experience. 
• Experience in establishing trust and developing effective relationships with Senior Executive stakeholders
• High level of communication and influencing skills across multiple levels of stakeholders
• Ability to identify and articulate people issues and to work with relevant stakeholders to develop solutions to those issues
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities and achieve deadlines within a fast-paced environment
• Extensive experience in applying a customer focussed approach to achieve positive business and customer focused outcomes
• Previous experience working in a defence organisation is desirable but not mandatory

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance to a NV1 level. 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 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.

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.