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

Are you ready to grow your career in project management and make a real impact? We’re seeking a proactive and driven Project Coordinator to support the Assistant Project Manager in the delivery of UK international placements for the SSN AUKUS Program.

This role is ideal for professionals who are passionate about stakeholder engagement and project delivery in a dynamic and fast paced environment. You will be undertaking end-to-end coordination of international placements to the UK, ensuring alignment with program objectives, schedules and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of the Project Coordinator may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist in developing, planning and coordinating project strategies and plans.
• Build and maintain internal and external stakeholder relationships, including SSN AUKUS departments and management.
• Contribute to risk assessments, opportunity reviews and provide proactive risk mitigation.
• Prepare reports, coordinate project reviews and maintain candidate trackers and project performance metrics.
• Monitor project progress, analyse variances, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with planning documents, processes and procedures, briefing notes, minute taking, presentations, and other project correspondence and communication materials.
• Promote a strong safety culture and support best practices in project management across teams.

About you 

• Tertiary or vocational qualifications in project management desired.
• Proven administration experience in fast-paced, complex environments.
• Autonomous, adaptable and goal orientated.
• Skills and experience in stakeholder engagement and presentations.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Well organised, being able to manage multiple priorities with high attention to detail.

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance to an 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.
• Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.

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.

Applications will close on Sunday 11th January 2026 and shortlisting of candidates will commence shortly after. Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.