We work in an environment that is interesting and meaningful. We’re Australia’s submarine company, and everyday we’re supporting the Royal Australian Navy to protect Australia’s national security and to bring its submariners home safely.

If you are looking for a role that makes a difference, we’ll provide you with the opportunity to grow your career that offers flexibility and security to balance life and work. It’s why working at ASC is like no other job. It’s a deeper purpose that we can all be proud of.

About the Opportunity

The Senior Product Safety Advisor (SPSA) plays a critical role in implementing the Product Safety Management Plan, under the guidance of the Assurance & Governance Business and Investigation Manager.

The SPSA is responsible for conducting thorough investigations into product safety incidents and issues as they arise. Additionally, the SPSA will represent the Product Safety Team in the WHSE Committee and SICT, and will provide leadership and support to drive continuous improvement in product safety across the team and business.

The SPSA will also perform systematic proactive reviews of the application of policies, procedures, and evidence related to product safety within the ASC Submarine Maintenance and Submarine Building Business Units, including their associated projects.

There are two full-time positions available, based from Osborne, SA and Henderson, WA.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and chair Product Safety Incident Reviews (PSIR)
• Utilise ICAM techniques in conducting a Product Safety Investigation
• Communicate outcomes effectively with relevant stakeholders across all levels of the business
• Ensure the upkeep of Product Safety reports, databases and Business Improvement Requests
• Gain intimate knowledge of all Product Safety related processes and procedures
• Be able to contribute in undertaking Assurance and Governance activities when required
• Compile trend analysis data for prioritisation of Assurance and Governance schedules
• Work collaboratively within team environment and with external stakeholders, both National and International
• Ability to maintain factual focus when challenged by conflicting external views

About you 

• Relevant Graduate Diploma or Trade in Engineering, Quality or Safety fields.
• Proven experience in the leading/mentoring of teams in a complex engineering environment
• Familiar with or trained ICAM Investigator or similar qualifications
• Previous experience relating to the conduct of audit and/or technical investigations
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of technical systems of work, quality assurance standards, and change management processes
• The ability to effectively communicate factual and objective outputs both verbally and in writing across a broad spectrum of stakeholders at multiple levels

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance, an Australian Defence Security Clearance and an ability to access protected US defence technology. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearances and approvals.

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.
• Secure and long-term career opportunities that provide a deeper purpose.
• Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work- life balance.
• 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.
• Volunteer leave, so you can contribute back to the community.
• Paid reservist leave to support our nation’s defence capabilities.
• 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

ASC has served as Australia’s submarine builder and sustainer for over 35 years. ASC built the Collins Class submarines and now sustains the fleet in Osborne, South Australia and in Henderson, Western Australia. Supported by its predominantly Australian supply chain and a highly skilled workforce, we deliver submarine capability and availability to the Royal Australian Navy.

Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.