Head of Industry Engagement

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**

Reporting to the General Manager, Capability Development, and in collaboration with joint partners, the Head of Industry Engagement and Development is responsible for developing and executing an industry engagement and development strategy for the SSN AUKUS Program

The Head of Industry Engagement & Development will serve as the ASC lead representative, ensuring the delivery of all industry engagement and development initiatives aligned with ASC’s strategy and contractual deliverables.

Working closely with the SSN-AUKUS Capability and Supply Chain leadership teams, this role requires a strategic perspective on the business, considering long-term issues, opportunities, and risks to ensure ongoing success.

**Responsibilities**
- Develop and execute an industry engagement and development strategy.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to maximise Australian industry participation.
- Act as the ASC lead representative to ensure delivery of all industry engagement and development initiatives.
- Align key activities with ASC’s strategy to meet relevant contractual deliverables.
- Maintain a strategic perspective on the entire business, addressing long-term issues, opportunities, and risks.
- Work with the SSN-AUKUS Capability and Supply Chain leadership teams to ensure program success.

**About You**
- Tertiary qualifications in Supply Chain, Commerce, or Program Management
- Minimum of 12 years’ relevant experience with a strong emphasis on Supply Chain strategies within a complex multi-partner program.
- Experience in maritime design, build, and sustainment processes.
- Proven ability to develop high-level strategies and translate them into operational plans.
- Experience in developing and implementing a strategic Supply Chain or Procurement program.
- Strong understanding of project strategy creation and alignment with organisational goals.
- Ability to build credibility and influence external stakeholders from diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Proficiency in influencing external and international stakeholders, including government entities.
- Demonstrated ability to identify and implement solutions to complex problems.
- Proven leadership skills in managing high-performing teams in complex environments.

**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.