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

As our new Senior Project Manager within the SSN AUKUS Build Preparedness Integrated Project Team (IPT), you will lead critical cross-functional projects that lay the foundation for the submarine build phase. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-profile national defence program, working with domestic and international stakeholders to ensure readiness, alignment, and successful delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage cross-functional build preparation projects across the SSN AUKUS Build Program.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, risk registers, and reporting dashboards to support decision-making.
• Coordinate with IPT leads, delivery partners, and government stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment.
• Identify and manage program-level risks, issues, and interdependencies.
• Prepare high-quality reports, leadership briefings, and documentation for governance and readiness reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying process gaps and sharing lessons learned.
• Mentor and support junior project managers and coordinators within the IPT.

About you 

• Hold tertiary qualifications in project management, engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
• Strong knowledge of project delivery methodologies, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence outcomes in a matrixed environment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and reporting skills.
• Desirable: Experience in defence, infrastructure, or large-scale government programs, and familiarity with ASC, BAE Systems, or Defence governance frameworks.

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.
• 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 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. 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.