Mechanical Operations Team Lead

We work in an environment that is interesting and meaningful. We are Australia’s submarine company and every day we are 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 will provide you with the opportunity to grow your career that offers flexibility and security to balance life and work. This is why working at ASC is like no other job. It is a deeper purpose that we can all be proud of.

**About the Opportunity**

The Mechanical Team Lead is responsible for leadership in all production areas including but not limited to WHS&E, Performance and Quality standards in accordance with ASC policy and legislative requirements. As a leader you will be honest, accountable, use initiative and act with integrity at all times.

**Responsibilities**
- Ensure trade personnel within the work team have a comprehensive understanding of company processes and are trained and competent in all tasks assigned.
- Ensure productivity, quality and efficiency within the work group.
- Comply with all WHS policies and procedures and ASC’s Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Policy as well as ASC PRIDE values.
- Coordinate and manage trade team to deliver on SPOW commitment i.a.w project schedules.
- Liaise with boat management team to provide direction to trade team complete all tasks i.a.w priority of work.
- Identify and implement innovative methods to deliver safer, higher quality and more efficient outcomes.
- Manage time allocation overtime and shift requirements.

**About you**

**ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Engineering Mechanical Trade - Cert 3.
- Working knowledge to a high level of competency in mechanical installation, machining, refurbishment, testing and STW of Submarine equipment.
- Commitment to work within WHS&E regulations.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a mechanical trade.
- Experience within a heavy engineering/shipbuilding/ship repair industry.
- Good computer literacy to manage Technical & Administration tasks.
- Manage personnel to achieve common goals.
- Read and understand technical drawings and work instructions.
- Strong leadership skills with ability to motivate, influence and train others.

**DESIRABALE QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Stream (or modules progressing towards achieving such).
- Cert 4 Front Line Management.
- Cert 4 Training and Assessment.

**Eligibility**

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance. 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.
- 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.