Lead Submarine Program Manager - Complex Defence Projects

ASC; Perth; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Purpose-driven work

Extra leave

Parental leave

Childcare subsidies

Wellbeing programs

Professional development

Job summary

ASC is Australia’s submarine company. A Senior Project Manager will lead a team delivering complex projects across the Collins Class Submarine Program from Henderson, with occasional work at Garden Island.

You will drive strategy, remove barriers and ensure outcomes align to program priorities. This role requires 10+ years in project management, strong leadership, and experience in defence or heavy industry.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in a technical, engineering or project management discipline.
• Membership of AIPM or similar professional body is desirable.
• Experience in Defence or heavy industry asset maintenance is desirable.
• Australian Navy experience with Defence customers is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the safe and successful delivery of complex projects from planning through to execution and close-out, ensuring alignment with approved project management frameworks.
• Establish and manage project schedules, monitor performance against baselines and implement corrective actions to achieve objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, stakeholders, internal teams and contractors.
• Oversee project risk and financial performance, including risk management planning and CAM responsibilities.
• Lead, coach and develop Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers, fostering a high-performing team culture.
• Prepare and present project reports, performance updates and briefings to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives and promote ASC's PRIDE Values across project delivery.

Skills

10+ years experience

Leadership & communication

Scheduling & risk management

Stakeholder & team management

Defence industry understanding

Education

Engineering/PM tertiary qualification

AIPM membership desirable

Navy/defence experience desirable

Job description

ASC is Australia’s submarine company. A Senior Project Manager will lead a team delivering complex projects across the Collins Class Submarine Program from Henderson, with occasional work at Garden Island.

You will drive strategy, remove barriers and ensure outcomes align to program priorities. This role requires 10+ years in project management, strong leadership, and experience in defence or heavy industry.