Senior Community & Social Performance Advisor
Base Salary, Super and Flexible Working Conditions
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
ASC is seeking a full time Senior Community and Social Performance Advisor, who will play a key role in delivering our social licence strategies, based at Henderson, Western Australia.
Operating as part of the broader Stakeholder Relations team across WA and SA, you will coordinate and contribute to engagement initiatives that build trust, foster partnerships, and create meaningful outcomes for local communities, Traditional Owners, and industry stakeholders.
This role offers variety and impact, working closely with the Social Performance Manager and broader Stakeholder Relations team to co-design programs that strengthen ASC's social licence and support our national corporate social responsibility (CSR) objectives.
If you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy building relationships that make a difference, this is an opportunity to shape ASC's community engagement journey.
Please note, this role may include some out of hours and weekend work.
Responsibilities
Implement ASC's social licence strategies, aligned with corporate and CSR objectives
Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners, Traditional Owners, and key stakeholders
Facilitate engagement events and collaborative initiatives with industry and government bodies
Support the development of frameworks and policies for governance and compliance
Provide input into risk management and continuous improvement processes
Act as a trusted representative of ASC in the WA community
About You
5+ years' experience in social impact, community engagement, or stakeholder relations
Demonstrated experience delivering social licence strategies and engaging diverse stakeholders
Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to represent ASC confidently in community settings
Cultural awareness and experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
Adaptability and resilience in dynamic environments, with a consultative and solution-focused approach
Comfortable attending community engagement activities and events which may be outside standard hours
Tertiary qualifications in Social Science, Community Development, Sustainability, Public Policy, or related field (preferred)
This role requires a current National Police Clearance and baseline 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 ****, 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 conventionally armed, 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.
Applications will close on the 8th Feb ****, however, we encourage early applications as shortlisting will commence immediately.
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