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 have an exciting opportunity in our growing Talent & Performance team. As a Talent & Performance Specialist, you’ll play a key role in shaping ASC’s talent strategy. You’ll design and implement talent frameworks that support our business goals, lead performance and talent review cycles lead processes to identify and track key talent groups and collaborate across the organisation to build a strong pipeline of future leaders.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain talent management frameworks, governance, and processes that identify and support key talent groups.
• Lead succession planning activities across the business.
• Lead performance and talent review cycles, including calibration and reporting.
• Develop education and resources to support leaders and employees.
• Manage talent and HRIS systems and provide technical support for role specific projects.
• Analyse data to identify trends and inform decision-making.
• Collaborate with P&C Business Partners and OD teams to align talent strategies.
• Track development plans for key talent groups.

About You

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or related field.
• Experience designing and implementing enterprise-wide talent frameworks.
• Strong understanding of performance management and succession planning.
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.
• Ability to work strategically and operationally in a complex environment.

Please note: We will begin to review applications after 15/01/2026. We appreciate your patience and wish you a wonderful holiday season. 

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

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.