Production Controller

976076
- Osborne
- Technical Officer
- Trades - Assistant
- Full time
- Closing on: Sep 23 2025

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**

We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and motivated Production Controller to join the team at Osborne SA. Reporting to the Production Control Team Lead, the Production Controller is responsible for providing day to day support to their allocated Team Leads. The role is to liaise between other allied departments (Planning, Supply, Scheduling, Engineering, and Quality) as required, ensuring that all Work Packs and materials are processed “Right First Time” and in a timely manner allowing the Team Lead to dedicate most of their time to direct supervision of the Production work force.

**Responsibilities**
- Pre vetting of work packs prior to scheduled start date.
- Arrange the accurate picking of materials in line with project schedules and work pack start dates.
- Audit work packs upon completion of tasks and close out both unused materials and completed work packs.
- Accurate data entry and maintaining suitable levels of data integrity in a ERP System.
- Drive process improvement initiatives whilst working with structured processes and procedures.
- Demonstrated research skills as well as sound organisational skills.
- Work in a team environment with limited supervision and be able to work under pressure dealing with multiple tasks simultaneously.

**About you**
- Experience in a Production or Stores (Supply) based environment.
- Exposure to one or more of the following disciplines (Production, Production Control, Planning, Materials Control, Scheduling, Estimating, Supply / Contract Administration, Warehousing). Defence Industry experience is highly desirable.
- Experience in the use of an ERP system (e.g.: SAP/Control/IFS).
- Proven ability to communicate effectively both orally and written, coupled with accurate data entry.
- Demonstrated experience in working with structured processes and procedures.
- Proven ability to work in a team environment with limited supervision and deliver whilst working under pressure dealing with multiple tasks simultaneously.

**Eligibility**

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

To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

**Benefits**
- Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
- 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.