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
We’re seeking a Technical Authority Coordinator to support ASC’s senior technical leadership in evolving governance frameworks and information flows as we transition to a multi-class submarine organisation. Reporting to the Head of Technical Governance and Assurance, you’ll coordinate technical councils, streamline processes, and ensure efficient communication of critical technical information across ASC. This role is key to driving improvements, supporting strategic objectives, and enabling ASC to meet contractual deliverables for Australia’s nuclear and conventional submarine programs.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate ASC’s technical councils (Quality, Technical, Product Safety, etc.), ensuring efficient information flow and action tracking.
- Maintain and improve the technical council framework and associated documentation to support multi-class submarine operations.
- Lead change management and communication for updates to Technical Governance and Assurance policies and frameworks.
- Capture, analyse, and visualise technical information to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Develop processes for performance measurement within the Technical Governance and Assurance department.
- Build strong stakeholder relationships to influence positive change and promote governance initiatives across ASC.
About you
- Strong understanding of reporting structures, processes, and systems in complex organisations.
- Skilled in collecting, analysing, and communicating technical information through multiple formats (slides, documents, dashboards).
- Experience in high-risk or regulated industries is desirable.
- Highly organised, structured, and collaborative, with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels and managing concurrent projects effectively.
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.
Established in 1985, 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. 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.
Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.
We will review applications in January 2026