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 Technical Officer- Calibration role is to provide support to the Senior Technical Officer Calibration. You will arrange calibration of ASC’s Inspection, Measuring and Test Equipment by both internal and external calibration facilities. The work will require you to liaise directly with internal asset owners and calibration facilities to ensure that effective and timely calibration services are provided.

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

Responsibilities

• Ensure all compliance and certification processes are meticulously followed while maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• Review of Calibration certificates for compliance to defined standards
• Collaborate with Project Managers (PMs) or Team Leads in production.
• Communicate with production staff regarding calibration recalls and other issues
• Engage with external stakeholders effectively  
• Prepare dispatch documentation, and administer quotations and purchase orders
• Raise PDR (Product Deficiency Reports) with the engineering team for out-of-calibration equipment
• Possess a degree of technical understanding relevant to mechanical engineering and similar equipment.
• Communicate any issues related to equipment calibration and performance while working closely with the engineering team to resolve technical issues.

About you 

• Mechanical or Electrical Trade qualifications or relevant training and experience
• Awareness of ISO 17025 standard and requirements would be beneficial
• Demonstrated proficiency in administration skills to identify and resolve administrative issues efficiently
• Ability to prioritise tasks and to manage time effectively to handle various administrative duties
• Proven ability to effectively communicate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to maintain organised and accurate documentation for record-keeping and the ability to follow compliance and certification processes.
• Demonstrated experience with tasks including but not limited to: dispatch records, purchase orders, quotations, conformance reports.  

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance to a baseline level. 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.

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.