WHSE Advisor: SSN AUKUS Build Program

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 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

We are seeking a WHSE Advisor to support the delivery of industry-leading safety frameworks and risk reduction initiatives. This hands-on role involves coaching and mentoring staff in the effective use of WHSE systems, while providing on-ground support across all safety programs. A solid understanding of WHSE management systems is essential to ensure successful implementation and alignment with strategic goals.

The WHSE Advisor will play a key role in driving continuous improvement, assurance activities, and workforce engagement through effective consultation and communication. This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about safety and committed to fostering a proactive, risk-aware culture.

This role represents a rare opportunity to work on the pioneering SSN AUKUS Build Program, delivering an essential sovereign capability for Australia. The L&D Specialist will implement learning and development solutions and ensure alignment with the national organisational Learning and Development strategy

Responsibilities

• Partner with key stakeholders enabling the development and review of risk assessments, safe operating procedures and high-risk activities.
• Provide advice and guidance to the business in relation, but not limited to Safety in Design principles, WHSE legislation, Codes of Practice & relevant Standards.
• Partner with key stakeholders to build WHSE capability, implement risk reduction activities and continually improve safety.
• Ensure compliance with incident reporting requirements and facilitate the incident investigation process.
• Develop & maintain relationships with key internal/external stakeholders and the customer.
• Support the development, implementation and continual improvement of WHSE management plans, procedures, and training.
• Champion a proactive culture of innovation and continual improvement.
• Contribute to monitoring and analysing injury/incident trend data and implement/recommend actions to counter trends.
• Establish and implement site safety and environmental operational requirements for Construction and production activities.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in workplace health and safety management, environmental science, or equivalent.
• minimum of 2-4 years of experience.
• Proven understanding, interpretation and application of WHS/Environmental Legislation and relevant standards.
• Proven working knowledge in a Construction, manufacturing or high risk industry.
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of incident cause analysis method investigation methodologies (ICAM).
• Strong communication skills - written and verbal.
• Proven ability to establish relationships with internal and external stakeholders across numerous departments and organisations.

Eligibility

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

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.

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.

Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.