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

Reporting to the ASC Capital Works Manager, you will project manage capital procurement and engineering projects from concept through to completion. The projects are critical to improving the efficiency and sustainability of facilities and infrastructure in support of the submarine business. You will assist the maintenance team with general technical advice on maintenance engineering issues and problem solving breakdowns when required.

Responsibilities

• Through design principles, develop scopes of work and technical specifications for upgrade and improvement projects.
• Review quotes and tenders from suppliers
• Manage delivery by sub-contractors
• Perform contractor site inductions, permits to work and ensure contractor conformance to ASC OHS policies and external legislative requirements
• Support the Facilities Department in regards to the daily activities of site facilities management
• Ensure compliance with any reasonable instruction that is given to you by the Capital Works Manager

About you 

• Engineering Degree qualifications in a Mechanical or Electrical stream
• Previous experience working within Facilities
• Interpret the needs of the organisation through communication with a diverse group of stakeholders
• Work closely with Procurement to support the tender process and contractor selection
• Be agile and flexible due to changing priorities and unforeseen events
• Coordinate and manage internal and external resources to achieve department goals
• Assess and determine ‘best for project’ and ‘best for ASC’ outcomes with consideration of safety, stakeholder requirements, schedule and budget
• Project manage a range of multi-disciplinary facility upgrade projects ensuring full legislative and safety compliance

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.

About ASC

Established in 1985, ASC’s 1900-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.