Continuous Improvement 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 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 Innovation & Improvement and working closely with all business units, local and overseas capability partners, the Continuous Improvement Manager is accountable for working across the ASC business to bring positive, effective and resilient change and continuous improvement to the business.

This role is available in either Osborne SA, or Henderson WA.

**Responsibilities**
- Develop and execute ASC’s continuous improvement strategy, ensuring its alignment to the overall business strategy.
- Set clear, and actionable goals to ensure delivery of strategic objectives within continuous improvement.
- Ensure that areas of responsibility identify and implement best practices and meet industry leading standards and expectations.
- Effectively manage, track, report and reallocate budget as necessary to ensure optimised allocation across continuous improvement.
- Identify potential risks to continuous improvement and develop mitigation strategies for these, including developing programs and initiatives which address concerns proactively.

**About you**
- Tertiary qualifications in engineering, operations, project management or related discipline
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in a leadership role in operations, engineering, or capability leadership role (or similar), preferably in a similar industry.
- Demonstrated experience in establishing, managing or significantly contributing to continuous improvement programs and driving a culture of continuous improvement within a complex organisation.
- Demonstrated project planning and management experience (formal qualifications preferred).
- Strong understanding of shipbuilding / defence sector, including knowledge of current trends, practices, technologies, and regulatory environment.

**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.
- 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.