Support & Test Equipment (S&Te) Officer

We work in an environment that is interesting and meaningful. We are Australia’s submarine company, and every day we’re supporting the Royal Australian Navy to protect Australia’s national security and to bring its submariners home safely.

If you are looking for a role that makes a difference, we’ll provide you with the opportunity to grow your career that offers flexibility and security to balance life and work. It’s why working at ASC is like no other job. It’s a deeper purpose that we can all be proud of.

About the Opportunity

Permanent opportunity supporting our Supply team based in Henderson, WA.

Reporting to the S&TE Manager you will be responsible for ensuring all Support and Test Equipment is tested and tagged, safe, certified, located appropriately and ready for use. As a service provider to the business, you will be required to support technical personnel in a pro-active manner with review, identification, procurement and management of required Support and Test Equipment in a timely manner to contribute to the scheduled delivery of maintenance tasks. Mechanical, Electrical, Fabrication trade knowledge is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Test & Tag of Support & Test Equipment items IAW ASC Electrical Test and Tag process to include PAT testing single and three phase testing.        
• The Quarantining and reporting of damaged Support & Test Equipment items including rectification.
• Raising purchase requisitions.
• Following CAPEX purchases from beginning to end.
• Sourcing and hiring of equipment where required.
• Regularly liaising with various stakeholders.
• Adding new items, policies and maintaining IFS (Asset Management System).
• Provide support through issue and return of Support and Test Equipment.
• Calibration of various equipment.

We are seeking an individual who has the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders and who can work well both as part of a team and autonomously.

About you 

• Mechanical, Electrical, Fabrication trade knowledge
• Test and Tag certification (mandatory) PAT testing single and three phase testing.      
• Trade background (preferred).
• 2 years minimum experience in a purchasing role.
• Experience in the calibration of various technical equipment.
• Experience and knowledge of safe working practices, legislative requirements and Australian standards pertaining to specific equipment and tools.
• Advanced computer skills particularly in corporate databases, inventory control programmes and Microsoft office packages.
• Demonstrates exemplary communication skills – written and verbal, showcasing your ability to interact effectively with people at all levels of the company across WA and SA.

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

ASC has served as Australia’s submarine builder and sustainer for over 35 years. ASC built the Collins Class submarines and now sustains the fleet in Osborne, South Australia and in Henderson, Western Australia. Supported by its predominantly Australian supply chain and a highly skilled workforce, we deliver submarine capability and availability to the Royal Australian Navy.

Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.