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 an experienced Project Manager – Reporting to join our Nuclear and Capability (N&C) Business Unit, as we grow ASC capabilities to support both Collins Class and Nuclear Powered Submarine Programs.

As a Project Manager – Reporting you will be accountable for the delivery of data-driven value add reporting. This means utilising data to provide extra benefits or improvements by analysing information to make better decisions and create more value for the business, programs and projects. Working closely with the Nuclear and Capability (N&C) Leadership Team, you will lead the planning, execution, and closeout of various digital improvement and reporting projects, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, cost, and performance objectives.

Responsibilities

• Deliver data-driven value-add reporting for effective decision-making.
• Develop and maintain improvement project schedules and cost baselines.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project alignment.
• Produce reports and metrics on project progress.
• Implement agile project management processes for continuous improvement.
• Build project management capability through coaching and education.
• Identify and deliver continuous improvement projects within N&C Business Unit.

About You

• Tertiary qualifications in a technical or management discipline relevant to project management.
• Membership of a Project Management body and/or Agile Project Management Accreditation.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a complex project environment, ideally in the defence sector.
• Demonstrated experience in agile project management and reporting of digital improvement projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Autonomous, goal-directed, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Understanding of the shipbuilding/defence sector through previous work experience would be advantageous.

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 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. 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.