AddressASC 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 the Head of Nuclear Management Arrangements, you will contribute to defining an architecture of mandatory standards, policies, templates and guidelines for Nuclear Management Arrangements (for implementation by programs), in line with relevant nuclear legislation and associated regulations and standards.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the General Manager (GM) Nuclear Oversight, you will develop and implement strategies for Nuclear Management Arrangements to ensure nuclear site licence conditions will be satisfied for both sustainment and build programs, ensure alignment and coordination across teams and facilitate collaboration, effectively manage, track, and report as necessary, Specify and develop mandatory standards, policies, templates and guidelines for decision making and governance arrangements, provide input into ASC’s risk framework ensuring that risks within the areas of accountability are identified and adequately managed/ mitigated, and provide advice to the broader Nuclear Oversight Team.
About You
You will have a Tertiary qualification in Engineering or a related discipline (Masters is preferred), Professional certification or membership in a nuclear field, 10 years’ experience in a senior nuclear role preferably in defence/shipbuilding or energy sector, demonstrated ability to lead a team in a highly complex environment, exemplary communication and leadership skills, and strong knowledge of Nuclear licensing and regulatory requirements.
Eligibility
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.
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 1900-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.Please note that the job closes on 11 July 2024.
