Work Package Planner

  • 977132
  • Osborne
  • Other
  • Full time
  • Closing on: Dec 12 2025

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 for a dedicated and motivated Work Package Planner to join the team at Osborne SA. The Work Package Planner provides services and support to dedicated maintenance projects in support of team commitments as allocated by the Work Package Planning Team Lead.

Responsibilities

  • Coordination and ongoing development of Maintenance Availability Work Packages (MAWP) iaw allocated project end to end milestones.
  • Ensure all Work Package Planning services are delivered in accordance with the E2E process / milestone dates (or better) and are provided in a format required by downstream customers.
  • Develop, coordinate and ensure accurate Maintenance Change Proposals, Unscheduled Corrective Maintenance and additional work task requests for allocated projects as required.
  • Conduct impact assessment of Maintenance Availability Work Packages as a result of integration of modifications to work packages resulting from work package updates including; CCI’s, CCP’s, PDR’s, SG2’s, and URDEF’s
  • Continuous improvement and adherence to the Submarine Planning Corporate Management System processes, internal work instructions and other processes required by the Project Management Plan.
  • Demonstrate leadership and provide guidance to other departments pertaining to the allocated project MAWP. Act as point of contact between the Project Team and the Planning Team for allocated maintenance activity.

About you 

  • Demonstrated extensive corporate data base and ERP system knowledge and skills utilized to interrogate corporate tools and data bases in support of work package generation, execution and closeout.
  • Strong communication and influencing skills- written, verbal and interpersonal and across multiple levels.
  • High level problem solving and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to set priorities and achieve deadlines within a fast-paced environment.
  • Attention to detail, alignment and accuracy of corporate data and information systems.

Eligibility 

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance to a Baseline level or higher. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance and International Traffic in Arms Regulations. 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 

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. 

 

 

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