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 conventionally armed, 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

This is an exciting opportunity to shape onboarding for one of Australia’s most significant defence programs. Based in South Australia, you will lead the design and delivery of onboarding for the AUKUS submarine build, influencing how employees experience the program from the moment they join. This is a growing and evolving space where your work will have visible, lasting impact for employees.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and continually review and improve the onboarding framework for the AUKUS build program
• Design, facilitate and deliver engaging and compliant induction programs for new starters.
• Partner closely with People and Culture, program leaders, and joint venture stakeholders to further develop the onboarding framework for the Integrated Joint Venture
• Ensure onboarding processes scale with workforce growth and program maturity
• Balance regulatory requirements with a positive, human-centred employee experience
• Gather feedback and continuously improve onboarding effectiveness
• Act as a trusted advisor on onboarding best practice

About you

• Experience designing and improving onboarding, employee experience, or wider HR initiatives and processes within new or evolving programs
• Strong understanding of employee experience design in complex, high-growth environments
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills including influencing and constructive challenge
• Highly organised, detail-focused, adaptable and able to maintain momentum in a highly uncertain environment
• Advanced presentation and PowerPoint skills, translating complex information clearly
• Creative, practical communicator who builds trust and improves engagement

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.

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.
• Relocation support for you and your family, whether you’re from interstate or overseas.

About ASC

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. Established in 1985, 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.

How to Apply

Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose. 

Shortlisting will commence after 3rd April. Only candidates who meet the above criteria will be contacted. To ensure a smooth and secure application process, please upload your resume in PDF format supported by Windows 11. This helps us review your application efficiently and ensures compatibility with our recruitment systems.