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.

Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.

About the Opportunity

The Supplier Quality Control Technical Officer is responsible for working within the Supplier Quality Control Team to ensure material compliance for items issued to ASC by approved suppliers to Contract and or ASC Purchase Order requirements.

Reports issues of significance arising from duties performed during product receipt inspection.

Participates in improving SQC procedures and inspection requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct receipt inspection / acceptance of ASC procured product to ensure compliance, including review / acceptance of supplied documentation and assist in the resolution of any technical issues which may arise.
• Assist in quality inspections and tests at suppliers’ premises to ensure adequate Quality Control of in-progress work and final supplied items/equipment.
• Assess inspection results against technical requirements / technical standards and promptly assess / determine corrective action where required.
• Ensure that all SQC records are produced, maintained, and stored.
• Report to the Line management on issues of significance arising from the activities conducted.
• In the performance of duties, maintain knowledge of and compliance with all CMS policies, procedures and processes associated with your role and any subordinate roles.
• In the performance of all duties, comply with all Security policies and procedures, ensuring regular Security policy reviews are conducted.
• Provide guidance and assistance to internal stakeholders and external parties in maintaining compliance with applicable quality Standards.
• Take all reasonable care to protect your own and others work health, safety and environment complying with all WHSE policies and procedures.
• Other duties as directed by the Line management

About you

Qualifications:

• Trade or technical qualifications. Technical Competency:
• Appropriate trade or technical tertiary qualifications.
• Ability to assess results of quality inspections and tests to assure compliance with the specified technical requirements (specifications, standards).
• Problem Solving skills, flexibility, logical analytical thought process and sound judgment with the ability to interpret inspection results and promptly assess corrective action where required.
• Understanding engineering technical requirements.

Experience and Skills,

• Ability to work within a team environment with a mature and confident disposition.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant heavy industry experience.
• The ability to interpret complex technical data, drawings and standards and demonstrated ability to make sound technical decisions based on available evidence.
• Computer literacy skills – Demonstrated competency in the Microsoft Office Suite functions.

Qualifications, Technical Competency, Skills and Experience (Desirable),

• Formal training in technical investigations or auditing and a pragmatic approach to resolving quality problems.
• Experience in a Quality Control environment

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.

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.

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 3,000-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 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.