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

The Superintendent - Tool Crib Operations will manage the tool crib for the SSN-AUKUS submarine build program, ensuring tools and equipment are available, maintained, and efficiently distributed. Key responsibilities include; developing and implementing tool management strategies and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

The role requires the setting-up (tool tracking, layouts, etc.) and management of the tool stores and staff while collaborating with the Operations Team to develop a list of required equipment and tooling.

The role involves working with the Infrastructure Team to integrate equipment into facility layouts, ensuring safety, practicality, and compliance with Australian regulations. The Superintendent will also contribute to strategies for equipment delivery, storage, commissioning, maintenance, and consumables supply.

This is a full-time opportunity based at our Osborne site in SA.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with various departments to understand tool requirements 
• Identify tooling needs, manage tool requests and ensure timely distribution to support project timelines
• Collaborative engagement with IPT groups supporting the establishment of systems, process and procedures
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date tool inventory records, ensuring all tools are available and in good condition.
• Conduct regular audits to verify inventory accuracy and monitor tool usage and address any issues identified. 
• Identify and implement improvements in tool crib operations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Ongoing analysis of operations, identify areas for improvement and implement changes to streamline processes and monitor impact of improvements and adjust as needed.

About you 

• Certification in Supply Chain Management or Inventory Management or equivalent experience in tool crib operations. 
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in tool crib operations or a related field. 
• Demonstrated experience in tool crib or supply chain leadership roles.
• Demonstrated understanding of facility drawings to ensure alignment with spatial allocation, process flows and services.
• Proven experience in managing tool inventory and maintenance processes. 
• Proven ability to effectively and positively manage multiple stakeholders and priorities simultaneously.

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.
• 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.