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 WHSE Specialist is responsible for supporting the design and development of industry-leading WHSE frameworks, systems, and processes to support our overall strategy. This full-time role, based in Henderson, WA, is strategic and requires a solid understanding of ASC's operations to effectively support the Operational WHSE team. The role includes overseeing all governance aspects of ASC’s WHSE programs, including the Safety Critical Risk Program.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Senior WHS Specialist and Senior WHS Advisor design the WHSE management system for ASC workers overseas.
• Ensures WHSE documents and tools are useful and follow both international and Australian WHSE laws.
• Checks and compares international WHSE systems to ensure they match Australia's WHSE systems and laws.
• Uses risk management tools like travel risk assessments, safety assessments, and WHSE inductions.
• Helps improve the WHSE management system for workers at international sites.
• Ensures ASC workers in the US follow both US and Australian WHSE laws

Essential Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in WHS management, environmental science, engineering, or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of experience, with at least 2 years in a systems role.
• Strong understanding of WHS and Environmental Legislation and standards.
• Significant experience in data analysis, workflow design, and governance frameworks.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially MS Project and MS Excel.
• Ability to travel international and national on occasion
• Exposure to OHSA legislation (USA) desirable

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance, an Australian Defence Security Clearance and an ability to access protected US defence technology. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearances and approvals.

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.
• 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.