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 conventionally armed, 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

We’re seeking a detail-oriented Supply Chain Governance Officer to join our dynamic team supporting supplier risk, assurance, and compliance activities. This role plays a key part in ensuring our supply chain practices meet strategic and regulatory requirements, contributing to audit readiness, ethical sourcing, and governance maturity across a complex, multi-program defence environment.

Responsibilities

• Support supplier onboarding, pre-screening, and qualification using platforms like JOSCAR, FRDM, Sayari, and ASIC.
• Monitor supplier risk indicators (e.g., modern slavery, sanctions, financial health) and escalate concerns.
• Assist in coordinating cross-functional fit-for-business assessments.
• Maintain accurate supplier records and data across systems.
• Contribute to the review and update of supply chain policies, procedures, and CMS documentation.
• Help develop dashboards and reporting tools for risk and compliance tracking.
• Support audit preparation, evidence collation, and action tracking.
• Maintain risk registers and compliance obligations in systems such as Predict and CAMMs.
• Assist with training and awareness initiatives for supply chain governance processes.

About you 

• Tertiary qualification (or working towards) in supply chain, business, law, or a related field.
• 1–3 years’ experience in supply chain, compliance, or governance roles.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, supplier assurance, or risk management frameworks is desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent administrative and analytical skills.
• Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with platforms like JOSCAR, CAMMs, Predict is a plus.
• Comfortable working in a regulated, fast-paced environment with evolving compliance requirements.

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance up to an NV1 level. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance.

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.
• Relocation support for you and your family, whether you’re from interstate or overseas.

Adelaide, South Australia (SA), combines cosmopolitan living with natural beauty, featuring picturesque hills, renowned wineries, and stunning coastlines. As a centre for innovation, SA offers careers in defence, space and advanced manufacturing. Celebrated for its Mediterranean climate and cultural richness, Adelaide provides excellent work/life balance. Explore world-class wineries, enjoy the vibrant food scene, and experience affordable, family-friendly living in a welcoming, community-oriented city.

About ASC

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. Established in 1985, 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.