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 purposeful. What we do contributes directly to Australia’s national security. At ASC, you will find meaningful work, opportunities to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC offers a deeper purpose you can be proud of.
About the Opportunity
As a Supply Chain Governance Officer, you will play a key role in supporting ASC's Supplier Qualification, Risk & Assurance function, helping to maintain a resilient, compliant and secure supply chain. You will coordinate supplier onboarding, qualification, risk assessment and assurance activities, ensuring suppliers meet ASC's governance and compliance requirements.
This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organised and enjoys working in a governance-focused environment. As a highly cross-functional role, you will partner closely with stakeholders across Procurement, Quality, Security, Engineering, WHSE, Australian Industry Capability (AIC), and program teams to coordinate supplier qualification activities, manage risk, and support effective supplier governance across ASC.
You will also contribute to the ongoing improvement of supplier assurance frameworks, processes and systems, helping ASC strengthen supplier governance capability and supply chain resilience.
Responsibilities
- Support end-to-end supplier onboarding, pre-screening and qualification activities.
- Conduct supplier due diligence and assist with supplier risk assessments.
- Coordinate multi-disciplinary supplier reviews and approval workflows across Quality, Security, Engineering, WHSE, AIC and Procurement teams.
- Administer supplier re-qualification and ongoing assurance activities in line with risk-based requirements.
- Maintain accurate supplier qualification, assurance and risk records to support audit readiness and reporting.
- Provide advice and support on supplier governance, qualification and compliance requirements.
- Monitor supplier compliance against agreed standards, certifications and governance obligations.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen supplier assurance processes, systems and controls.
About You
- Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Business, Law or a related discipline, or currently working towards one.
- 1–3 years' experience in supply chain, governance, compliance, risk, procurement or a related field.
- Understanding of supplier assurance, risk management or governance frameworks.
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 and supplier compliance processes is highly regarded.
- Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking and organisational skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
- Experience using Microsoft Office applications; exposure to supplier assurance platforms such as JOSCAR, FRDM or similar systems will be advantageous.
- Ability to work collaboratively across multiple functions and manage competing priorities.
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, 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 strong work/life balance.
- Up to 10 days additional leave each year to rest and recharge.
- Generous parental leave so you can focus on your family.
- Subsidised childcare to ease financial pressure.
- Health and wellbeing initiatives to support your performance.
- Professional development opportunities to grow your career.
- A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
- Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands.
- Relocation support for you and your family, interstate or overseas.
About ASC
ASC's 2,400-plus workforce brings unmatched experience across submarine design, construction, sustainment, engineering, project management and supply chain delivery. Established in 1985, ASC operates from Osborne in South Australia and Henderson in Western Australia, supporting Australia's Collins Class submarines and the future conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarine program. ASC also plays a vital role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.
Apply Today
Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.
Shortlisting will commence after 23.07.26, and only candidates who meet the above criteria will be contacted.
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