Trade Manager

2 days ago


Osborne, Australia ASC Pty Ltd Full time

975435- Osborne- Trades Management- Full time- Closing on: Dec 11 2024ASC 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**

The Trade Manager - Fabrication is responsible for the establishment and maintenance of a safe, efficient and effective trade group to support the submarine maintenance program, in accordance with business objectives. An integral part of the position is to ensure adequate fabrication resources are provided to the project teams in support of submarine maintenance activities.

This role represents a rare opportunity to work on the pioneering SSN AUKUS Build Program, delivering an essential sovereign capability for Australia.

This is a full-time opportunity based at our Osborne site in SA.

**Responsibilities**
- Ensure the required quality, technical and safety standards associated with the production trade value stream are achieved and maintained.
- Manage the fabrication department performance, professional and trade development, succession planning and performance appraisals.
- Ensure adequate fabrication resources are provided to the project teams in support of submarine maintenance activities.
- Refine the facility, equipment and tooling requirements for all aspects of the production trade effort.
- Deliver continuous improvement strategies across all areas of influence and responsibility

**About you**
- Educational qualifications in Engineering, Management or equivalent experience
- Experience in managing/supervising a large workforce in a shipbuilding, submarine or heavy engineering environment
- Ability to execute scheduled work
- Demonstrate an understanding of Submarine Fabrication techniques
- Ability to work across multi
- functional teams / departments in a complex and fast-paced environment

**Eligibility**

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance to an NV1 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.
- 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.



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