Project Coordinator

ASC Pty Ltd; Cockburn; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Purpose-driven work

Flexible work arrangements

Up to 10 days additional leave per yr

Parental leave

Childcare subsidies

Wellbeing initiatives

Professional development

Diverse and supportive environment

Employee discounts

Job summary

ASC Pty Ltd is Australia’s submarine company, delivering maintenance, upgrade and asset management projects for national security applications. The Project Coordinator will support planning, delivery and reporting across multiple lifecycles, working with Engineering, Production, Planning, Supply Chain, Quality, Commercial, Finance and People & Culture to drive outcomes and maintain readiness.

The role requires a tertiary qualification or equivalent experience, strong communication skills, and

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Project Management, Engineering, Business or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage a broad range of stakeholders.
• Experience supporting projects within a complex or highly regulated environment.
• Australian Defence security clearance, or eligibility to obtain one, is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, execution and delivery of project activities across multiple project lifecycles.
• Coordinate cross-functional inputs to ensure project milestones, schedules and deliverables are achieved.
• Assist with project scheduling, cost tracking, reporting and performance monitoring.
• Identify project risks, issues and dependencies, and support mitigation activities.
• Prepare and coordinate project reports, governance reviews and stakeholder updates.
• Maintain project documentation, action registers and change records.
• Monitor scope readiness, including material availability, engineering inputs and planning requirements.
• Foster strong stakeholder relationships and contribute to a high-performing project environment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project processes, tools and delivery outcomes.

Skills

Communication skills

Regulated environment experience

Defence clearance eligibility

Education

Tertiary qualification in Project Management / Engineering / Business

Job description

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

As a Project Coordinator, you will support the successful planning, delivery and reporting of complex maintenance, upgrade and asset management projects. Working closely with the Project Manager and cross-functional teams, you'll play a key role in coordinating project activities, monitoring progress, managing risks and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.

This is a highly collaborative role where you'll engage with stakeholders across Engineering, Production, Planning, Supply Chain, Quality, Commercial, Finance and People & Culture to drive project outcomes and maintain project readiness throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, execution and delivery of project activities across multiple project lifecycles.
• Coordinate cross-functional inputs to ensure project milestones, schedules and deliverables are achieved.
• Assist with project scheduling, cost tracking, reporting and performance monitoring.
• Identify project risks, issues and dependencies, and support mitigation activities.
• Prepare and coordinate project reports, governance reviews and stakeholder updates.
• Maintain project documentation, action registers and change records.
• Monitor scope readiness, including material availability, engineering inputs and planning requirements.
• Foster strong stakeholder relationships and contribute to a high-performing project environment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project processes, tools and delivery outcomes.

About you

• Tertiary qualification in Project Management, Engineering, Business or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience supporting projects within a complex or highly regulated environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage a broad range of stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of project scheduling, risk management, financial tracking and project reporting.
• Ability to analyse project performance and coordinate corrective actions where required.
• Defence, maritime, construction, infrastructure or asset-intensive industry experience will be highly regarded.
• Australian Defence security clearance, or eligibility to obtain one, is desirable.

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.

• 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

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. 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.

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately. [IB2]