Skills & Training Academy Strategy Manager

975307- Osborne- Human Resources & Training- Full time- Closing on: Nov 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 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 have an exciting opportunity available for a Skills and Training Academy Manager to join our team in Osborne SA

The Skills and Training Academy Strategy Manager will be accountable for supporting the development of the South Australian (SA) Campus of the Skills and Training Academy (STA) and training infrastructure projects.

**Responsibilities**
- Supporting the development of the South Australian (SA) Campus of the Skills and Training Academy (STA)
- Work with the Joint Partners to define the proposed learning curriculum for the SA STA.
- Preparation and delivery of internal and external briefings and workshops to ensure key stakeholders are informed on project progress.
- Act as the ASC lead for STA implementation and other future training infrastructure projects.
- Develop an implementation plan to achieve Initial Operating Capability phase for the SA STA.
- Delivery of inputs to into internal/external workshops including coordination of internal Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) as required.
- Provision of leadership to the broader STA team. Up to 4 direct reports.
- Direct and ensure delivery of ASC's support to STA pilot workforce growth initiatives.

**About you**
- Qualification in project management, training or equivalent experience in project management and strategy definition.
- A minimum of 10 years' experience in a complex project environment with responsibility for defining strategy (or equivalent) ideally in the delivery of technical training/education programs. Government and Defence Industry experience is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated understanding of project strategy creations and alignment to organisational goals.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, time management and organisational skills are critical for this role.
- Autonomous, adaptable, pragmatic, goal directed and capable of managing multiple priorities with limited direction.
- Exceptional stakeholder management and excellent negotiation and persuasion skills are required.

**Eligibility**

This role requires a current National Police Clearance, an Australian Defence Security Clearance and an ability to access protected US defence technology. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearances and approvals.

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.