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 are seeking a PMO Officer to join our Transformation Office Program Management Office (PMO) at Osborne, SA. In this role, you will provide essential PMO services across ASC’s Strategic Transformation Programs and Projects. You’ll work closely with program leadership, a PMO Lead, PMO team, delivery teams, IT, vendors, and partners to ensure governance, reporting, and risk management are executed to the highest standards. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to complex, high-impact programs that shape ASC’s future.
Responsibilities
- Deliver PMO governance, processes, and program support aligned with ASC’s Transformation Office Delivery Framework.
- Perform the Risk Coordinator Role which leads the risk management process with the program and project teams
- Prepare and manage program documentation, including management plans, risk registers, and reporting artefacts.
- Support governance reporting for steering committees and ASC Board updates.
- Manage project registers (issues, risks, change control, deliverables).
- Provide tools and process support, including SharePoint and Jira administration.
- Assist with procurement, IT coordination, and audit activities.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within PMO processes.
About you
- Experience in project support, PMO, or project administration roles.
- Exposure to large-scale transformation programs or Defence industry is advantageous.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with SharePoint and Jira desirable.
- Knowledge of project governance, reporting, and risk management.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with confidence to engage stakeholders at all levels.
- Initiative-driven, collaborative, and customer-focused mindset.
Eligibility
This role requires a current National Police Clearance and the potential need in the future for Australian Defence Security Clearance. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearances.
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 2500-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.
