Program Quality Manager

7 days ago


Osborne, Australia ASC Pty Ltd Full time

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**

ASC is committed to continuously enhancing our organisational capabilities, particularly in supporting Submarine Build and Sustainment programs of work. The Program Quality Manager is accountable for the management and leadership of the Quality Assurance departments under the umbrella of an exciting new program by ensuring that high quality, safe and efficient systems of work are in place.

**Responsibilities**
- Develop and execute the Program Quality Management Strategy in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
- Setting standards in line with relevant legislation, accreditation requirements and policy; such as those pertaining to ISO.
- Ensuring consistent work processes/approaches to tasks (where beneficial) to support continuous improvement and innovation.
- Overseeing change management process for improvements to systems and processes.
- Developing the provision of quality assurance guardrails for the Program including the appropriate operating models and systems of work
- Providing advice and clear articulation of frameworks and policies, ensuring they are understood and executed accordingly.
- Set and achieve strategic goals, ensuring alignment and collaboration with stakeholders.
- Identify and mitigate risks to the program.
- Manage and allocate budget effectively across the program.
- Define and implement governance programs in the Quality function.
- Support team development, encourage innovation, and conduct performance reviews for continuous improvement.

**About you**
- Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Quality Management or related discipline
- Proven experience and competency with Nuclear and/or SUBSAFE quality/certification systems in a Shipyard/dockyard or heavy engineering environment
- Demonstrated experience and competency in the management and leadership of a cross-functional team across multiple locations.
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in the Quality Management and Leadership, preferably in submarine sustainment and/or shipbuilding
- Proficiency in Dockyard/Shipyard processes, Quality Management Systems and capability realisation plan development
- Strong understanding of shipbuilding / defence sector through previous work experience
- Demonstrated ability to identify and implement interventions and high-quality solutions to complex problems
- Demonstrated ability to lead high performing teams in complex environments
- Ability to set priorities and achieve deadlines within a fast paced environment.

**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.

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.



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