Operations and Supply Chain Capability Manager

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 conventionally armed, 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 to the Head of Operations and Supply Chain Capability, this pivotal role ensures the right people, skills, and systems are in place to support ASC's operational and supply chain targets, whilst driving strategic workforce planning and capability development to meet current and future program demands.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with planning teams to identify short-, medium-, and long-term resource and capability gaps across Operations and Supply Chain programs.
• Lead the development and execution of workforce capability strategies aligned with ASC's operational and program delivery objectives.
• Partner with Recruitment, Learning & Development, and Talent teams to address workforce shortfalls and support capability building initiatives.
• Provide leadership and direction to the Operations and Supply Chain Capability team, setting clear goals and performance expectations.
• Support effective resource prioritisation and decision-making within a constrained workforce environment.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying and implementing high-quality solutions to complex workforce and operational challenges.

Please note: Availability for collaboration calls outside normal working hours (UK timezone) is required. Periodic domestic and international travel may also be required on an ad hoc basis.

About you

• Qualifications and/or suitable equivalent experience relevant to operations or supply chain management supplemented with qualifications in a management discipline.
• Membership of CIPS/ASCM or a recognised trade development organisation (eg. Weld Australia) ideally with professional practice certification (MCIPS, AWE etc).
• Proven leadership experience in operations, supply chain, project management, or capability development—ideally within a similar industry.
• Demonstrated success in delivering capability development programs aligned with strategic business objectives.
• Solid understanding of the shipbuilding or defence sector, including current industry trends, technologies, and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in coaching and evaluating competencies across diverse job families.
• Strong decision-making skills, with the ability to prioritise limited resources and make effective trade-offs.
• A track record of identifying and implementing high-impact solutions to complex workforce and operational challenges.

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance to an NV1 level. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance.

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.
• Relocation support for you and your family, whether you're from interstate or overseas.

Adelaide, South Australia (SA), combines cosmopolitan living with natural beauty, featuring picturesque hills, renowned wineries, and stunning coastlines. As a centre for innovation, SA offers careers in defence, space and advanced manufacturing. Celebrated for its Mediterranean climate and cultural richness, Adelaide provides excellent work/life balance. Explore world-class wineries, enjoy the vibrant food scene, and experience affordable, family-friendly living in a welcoming, community-oriented city.

About ASC

ASC's 2,400-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.

Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.