Sustainability Specialist

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**

It is ASC's vision is to achieve excellence in environment, social and governance (ESG) to create a sustainable and responsible future whilst building and maintaining Australia's sovereign submarines. This will be done by effectively managing our impacts and dependencies on nature to minimise harm and create positive impact, positively impacting the people we engage with through our operations and supply chain, and establishing a robust governance framework that promotes transparency, accountability, and ethical decision-making.

**Responsibilities**
- Develop and communicate ASC's Sustainability Management Framework (RMF) in accordance with applicable Australian legislation and international standards such as the International Financial Reporting Standards as it relates to the disclosure of sustainability-related financial information.
- Lead the maintenance and continuous improvement of the framework. Identify ways to achieve positive sustainability outcomes and assist the business in the implementation of related sustainability improvement initiatives.
- Build an effective ESG Working Group across the business, including establishing and overseeing awareness, training, and coaching.
- Work actively with ASC's IT function to establish supporting ESG data capturing and reporting systems.
- Lead the definition of assurance requirements in in alignment with the three lines of defense approach and primary contact with ASC's external audit providers on sustainability matters.

**About you**
- Experience in establishing and implementation of Sustainability frameworks, consisting of Environment, Social & Governance (ESG).
- Previous experience in leading a team
- Ability to use and adapt written and verbal communication skills to suit a variety of different audiences.
- Effective team member, with the capability of developing professional relationships with others outside of their immediate team.
- Works well without direct supervision and has strong initiative to be a self-starter. Must be able to manage their own priorities and utilize their time management skills to achieve objectives and manage workloads. Is able to take responsibility for delegated tasks as required by the Head of Risk Management.
- Analytical capability required to review documentation, provide guidance and possible recommendations.

**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.

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.