Production Quality Control Technical Officer

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

Join our growing team in Henderson to undertake Product Quality Control inspections, witnessing, testing and delivery of PQC services.

Responsibilities

• Undertake PQC Dimensional inspections, Industrial Coating inspections, metal loss inspections, Pressure Vessel inspections, witnessing, process/weld audits and testing in line with CCSM requirements.
• Delivery of PQC services.
• Report writing (electronic, Word & Excel).
• Review of quality documentation on Collins Class Submarines (CCSMs).
• Liaise with engineering personnel, production, trades and contractors when items are not meeting the quality standard or how to rectify non-conformances to allow work to meet technical / quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with any reasonable instructions, comply with WHS policies, maintain knowledge of and compliance with all CMS policies, procedures and processes.

About you

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant Trade or Engineering qualification.
• Relevant PQC Qualifications (Metrology CMM Experience, NACE 2, Corrosion Technologies, AICIP Pressure Vessel Inspections).
• Diploma / Certificate qualifications in Quality / Auditing or similar qualifications.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience working in a Submarine/Heavy Industry environment.
• Sound knowledge of metrology and experienced in conduct of dimensional inspections using standard methods and advanced laser tracker/ CMM methods.
• Ability to interface with stakeholders at all levels.
• Flexibility in methods of approach to resolving problems.
• Ability to interpret Work Instruction, Drawings & Standards.
• Competent in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite.

Familiarity with Coordinate Measurement Machine, AICIP Pressure Vessel Inspection, WTIA or CSWIP inspection Certificate / Cert 10 Weld supervision is desirable.

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.

Whilst ASC will accept all applications for this role, as this role requires an ability to access protected US defence technology, applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries will not be eligible.

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.

About ASC

Established in 1985, ASC's 2,500-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 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.

Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.