Strategy & Planning Manager

at; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading submarine company in Adelaide seeks a Strategy and Planning Manager to develop strategic plans and align business outcomes with strategic goals. Requires over 10 years of strategy/business planning experience, tertiary qualifications, and strong communication skills. This full-time role offers flexibility, competitive benefits, and a focus on national security.

Benefits

Up to 10 days additional leave

Generous parental leave

Subsidised childcare

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Professional development opportunities

Discounts from leading Australian brands

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of strategy/business planning experience.
• Demonstrate knowledge of contemporary strategic frameworks.
• High attention to detail and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and update strategic plans and roadmaps for the MCS business unit.
• Align departmental and program-level execution plans.
• Monitor performance metrics and targets.

Skills

Strategic analysis

Project Management

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Leadership

Education

Tertiary qualification in business engineering or related discipline

Project Management qualifications

Job description

Base Salary, Super and Performance Bonus

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

Reporting directly to the Head of Strategic Projects, as part of the Multi Class Sustainment (MCS) Business Unit. The Strategy and Planning manager is accountable for two major success measures: the development and maintenance of MCS strategy, represented in the ten-year strategic plan and the development and maintenance of a hierarchy of business unit roadmaps detailing key activities and milestones. The position will align the Multi Class Sustainment business outcomes with ASC’s strategic goals, by addressing long‑term issues, operational opportunities and risk mitigation.

Please note: While this is a full‑time role, we are open to considering candidates who are seeking a four‑day work week. Flexibility can be discussed during the recruitment process.

Responsibilities

• Create and update strategic plans and roadmaps for the MCS business unit.
• Facilitate the alignment of departmental and program‑level execution plans.
• Collaborate with MCS leadership to set and monitor performance metrics and targets.
• Conduct ongoing strategic analysis to identify and mitigate risks.
• Undertake monthly and quarterly planning activities at the business unit, department and project level.

About you

• Tertiary qualification in business engineering or related discipline, equivalent.
• Possess Project Management qualifications and bring over 10 years of strategy/business planning experience.
• Demonstrate knowledge of contemporary strategic frameworks and strategic analysis/reporting.
• Ability to take ownership and apply principles to problem solving.
• High attention to detail, demonstrates strong communication skills with the ability to motivate and influence.
• Show a growth mindset, delivery focus with forward planning within shipbuilding, defence or maintenance repair organisations (MRO).

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.

• 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 2500-plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering 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.