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

To meet ASC program objectives, we are expanding the apprentice training programs to provide sufficient appropriately skilled and competent trades. The Senior Technical Trainer will be responsible to ensure ASC’s multi-discipline trade teams schedule and deliver apprentice programs to provide these trades on an ongoing basis.

Reporting to the Technical Training Manager, the Senior Technical Trainer plays a pivotal role to ensure the success of the Apprentice Training Program for all trade disciplines. The role is responsible for the execution and ongoing monitoring of the apprentice programs for all trade disciplines.

The Senior Technical Trainer will work closely with the Trade Managers, Superintendents and Team Leads to ensure adherence to the training program schedule and continued progression of apprentices.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop a team of training specialists through coaching, performance management and ongoing support.
• Respond to the increase of technical skill demands and develop a sustainable and improved Apprenticeship, Early Career Program and Technical Bridging program.
• Maintain apprentice competency records via the appropriate corporate process.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure the training meets ASC’s requirements. 
• Manage the trade training timetables and apprentice rotations to reduce risk to the CCSM program to deliver on the required training outcomes of the business whilst ensuring supervision ratios are met.
• Manage budget for training requirements and consumables.
• There may also be a requirement to deliver a small amount of generalist training.

About you 

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant Trade certification.
• At least 5 years’ experience in an operational leadership role (preferably within the Defence Industry or RTO/TAFE).
• Current Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 10 years’ relevant trade experience.
• Developed written and verbal communication skills.
• An understanding of WHSE policies and procedures.
• Proven demonstrated ability to manage people, WHSE, quality systems and frameworks.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the Vocational Education and Training Sector.

REQUIRED BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• As a member of the Technical Training leadership team, the Senior Technical Trainer is required to work across the various trade disciplines and build relationships.
• Consistently demonstrate positive culture behaviours that are consistent with ASC Values.
• Highly driven and motivated to achieve positive business and customer focused outcomes.
• Consistently demonstrate positive culture behaviours that are in line with organisational values.
• Works in a collaborative manner with local and interstate team members.

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 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 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. 

Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.