The Role
The acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is an historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. The whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting edge nuclear-powered submarine program will transform Australia's economic and national security landscape for decades to come.
The ASA Domestic and Overseas Facilities team are responsible for the day-to-day management of ASA Facilities. The team oversee spatial allocation, access management, maintenance support, minor facilities upgrade works and deliver accommodation projects to the agency.
The team work closely with various Defence and Government stakeholders to deliver on new critical accommodation requirements. As the Assistant Director for ASA Facilities Programs, the role includes the following key requirements:
* Accountable for leading a team, managing allocated resources, setting work area priorities, managing workflows, developing strategies and evaluating business outcomes.
* Accountable for accurate completion of work within timeframes and quality requirements, share own expertise with others and guide and mentor less experienced employees.
* Manage the development of five year strategic estate maintenance plans.
* Deliver estate project in accordance with the strategic plans for ASA.
* Generate the development, implementation and governance of estate maintenance management strategies consistent with national requirements, while ensuring that all monitoring and reporting requirements are met.
* Implement innovative strategies and solutions that assist in achieving a strategically aligned, affordable and sustainable Defence estate that supports Defence capability.
* Liaise with stakeholders on planning and development issues for the region.
* Motivate and mentors teams; aligning complementary skills and allocates resources in a manner that delivers results.
* Analyse current and emerging estate related issues, and recommend solutions to achieve business outcomes.
* Evaluate estate projects to understand critical factors for success, and engage in activities to achieve continuous improvement.
About our Team
The ASA Domestic and Overseas Facilities team are responsible for the day-to-day management and continued operation of ASA Facilities. Through a high level of advice and guidance, the team effectively resolve maintenance issues and concerns, and deliver projects in accordance with ASA strategic requirements ensuring the ASA accommodation and Facilities are maintained to Work Health and Safety and Security standards, boosting workforce morale and operational outputs.
The ASA Facilities team is also responsible for:
* ASA Estate Project Delivery
* Resource Management
* Spatial Allocations
* Operating Budget and Simple Procurement Activities
* Workplace Management
* Property Services
* General Facilities support to the ASA as required
Our Ideal Candidate
We are a dynamic organisation seeking employees who are agile, innovative and energised by high-paced work. We are seeking highly motivated and collaborative minded people who will have the opportunity to contribute to a once in a lifetime program.
Our ideal candidates will bring the following attributes and skills to the role:
* The ASA Domestic and Overseas Facilities is seeking a high performing and effective leader to join the team.
* As the leader of the Estate Program stream, you will be an exception communicator, effectively building relationships and working closely with stakeholders to build confidence to deliver the end result.
* You will also be able to articulate and develop the strategic requirements of the organisation by forward thinking and being aware of the ASA needs long-term.
* You will be accountable for financial management of the Program, and Projects, therefore an ability to understand and manage budgets is critical to this role.
* You will mentor staff, and upskill them in the Estate space, building an enduring capability for the ASA over the coming critical years of the program.
Application Closing Date: Monday 2 February 2026
For further information please review the job information pack, reference ASA/00123/26 on