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

We are seeking a dynamic Talent Development Specialist to join the team at ASC Osborne SA on a 12-month contract! As our Talent Development Specialist, you will support the design, development and implementation of the Talent Management Frameworks including overall governance, processes, and alignment of talent strategies across the business.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that Talent framework, governance, process and education is embedded in the business, with leaders and employees having a clear understanding of their role and requirements.
• Manage the design, implementation and ongoing maintenance of PageUp and IFS (Talent) and provide technical support to all users.
• Ensure PageUp is successfully utilised to foster and drive ongoing performance and ensure IFS (Talent) is successfully implemented and integrated to enable Talent Review.
• Ensure Performance and Development Plans are completed in an efficient, effective and consistent manner across the business.
• Drive the Talent Review and monitor follow up actions across ASC, ensuring process and timelines are adhered to, and outputs are meaningful.
• Work collaboratively with broader Organisational Development Team to ensure alignment between needs identified within the Talent Review and the development of Talent Programs to close capability gaps.
• High Level of Stakeholder management and engagement with Nuclear and Capability Development Group, People and Culture team, leaders, colleagues.
• Continuous improvement of the performance and talent process, documentation and education to support the business.

About you 

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or relevant field; coupled with demonstrated experience in developing and implementing Talent Management solutions.
• Demonstrated professional experience in HR/ Learning and development.
• Strong Stakeholder management & engagement skills, strong ability to influence others and strong negotiation skills.
• Strong people, learning and development focus, with the ability to support leaders, teams and individuals in achieving their capability and skills development goals.
• Ability to work at a strategic level as well as “hand on” to design, implement and facilitate activities.
• Excellent Written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism with proven ability to act with integrity on sensitive organisational and people matters.

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 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.

Note: This role is subject to an extended advertising period and shortlisted candidates will be contacted from 13 January 2025.