SUBSAFE Program Improvement Manager

Competitive salary + Super + Salary Sacrificing

We work in an environment that is interesting and meaningful. We’re Australia’s submarine company, and every day we support the Royal Australian Navy to protect Australia’s national security and ensure the safe return of submariners.

If you are seeking a role that makes a difference, we offer opportunities for career growth, flexibility, and security to balance life and work. Working at ASC provides a unique purpose that we can all be proud of.

About the Opportunity

Supporting the Program Director SUBSAFE, the SUBSAFE Program Improvement Manager is responsible for enhancing the performance of the ASC SUBSAFE Program and increasing capability to support current and future programs.

This role focuses on operational efficiency and compliance, delivering continuous improvement projects, developing and delivering personnel training programs for ASC and the SUBSAFE Supply Chain. The goal is to ensure all stakeholders are qualified and experienced, and that our systems, tools, and processes are suitable and operational for all SUBSAFE-related work.

This is a full-time, permanent position based in either Henderson, WA, or Osborne, SA.

Responsibilities

1. Develop the SUBSAFE Improvement Program across technical systems, standards management, compliance, processes, and change management.
2. Identify potential risks to the SUBSAFE Program compliance and develop mitigation strategies, including proactive programs and initiatives.
3. Manage and report on SUBSAFE Program performance, ensuring compliance, addressing findings, optimizing resources, and embedding continuous improvement.
4. Lead projects to improve submarine operations, including process optimization, cost reduction, and performance enhancement, with a focus on compliance.
5. Provide training and support to staff on new processes and technologies related to the SUBSAFE program.
6. Identify and incorporate new technologies and innovative solutions to enhance the SUBSAFE program's application and compliance.

About you

• Degree or equivalent experience in engineering, safety, or business.
• Significant experience in compliance or governance management.
• Proven ability to manage quality, certification, safety, or environmental management systems.
• Knowledge of systems or equipment onboard ships and/or submarines.
• Understanding of SUBSAFE and Defence Seaworthiness requirements (or equivalents).
• Experience delivering continuous improvement initiatives, implementing management systems, and training programs in complex environments like submarines or shipbuilding.

Leadership and management experience with a team are essential.

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance, an Australian Defence Security Clearance, and access to protected US defence technology. Eligibility depends on obtaining and maintaining these clearances.

Applicants holding certain foreign nationalities may be ineligible due to access restrictions. Please check your eligibility on the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

Benefits include:

• Unique and meaningful work with a deeper purpose.
• Secure, long-term career opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements for work-life balance.
• Additional leave, parental leave, subsidised childcare, health initiatives, volunteer leave, paid reservist leave, professional development, a diverse environment, and discounts from Australian brands.

About ASC

ASC has been Australia’s submarine builder and sustainer for over 35 years, supporting the Collins Class submarines and now working on nuclear-powered submarines. We deliver submarine capability and availability to the Royal Australian Navy, supported by a skilled Australian workforce and supply chain.

Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may begin immediately.