At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead initiatives to enhance employee experience and drive cultural transformation.
- Company: Join ASC, Australia’s leading submarine company with a mission-driven focus.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible work, extra leave, generous parental support, and professional development.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team dedicated to innovation and excellence.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a unique role that shapes the future of our workforce.
- Qualifications: 7+ years in HR or organisational development with strong stakeholder engagement skills.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
- People Experience Manager - Fixed Term 12-month Contract
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ASC Pty Ltd .
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.
About the Opportunity
This strategic role leads the design and delivery of frameworks, programs and initiatives that strengthen organisational capability, support cultural transformation and improve the employee experience.
As part of a 12‑month fixed‑term contract starting ideally mid‑February 2026, the People Experience Manager will play a key part in attracting, retaining and engaging talent across ASC.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategies and frameworks that enhance the experience of all employees.
- Lead the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, EVP & Retention, Cultural Transformation and Employee Listening portfolios.
- Design and deliver initiatives that improve employee experience and organisational capability.
- Collaborate across Organisational Development, People & Culture and the wider business to ensure alignment and consistency.
- Lead and inspire the People Experience team, fostering a culture of stakeholder centricity and continuous improvement.
About You
- Tertiary qualifications in HR, Organisational Development, Psychology, Learning or equivalent.
- 7+ years’ experience leading in organisational development or people‑experience focused HR roles.
- Proven ability to deliver organisation‑wide programmes and cultural change initiatives.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
- Analytical capability to translate workforce data into meaningful insights.
- Strategic thinker with hands‑on ability to implement solutions.
- Eligibility
This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance.
Your eligibility for this role is dependent on obtaining and maintaining such clearance.
Check your eligibility at 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 a better work/life balance.
- Up to 10 days additional leave every year.
- Generous parental leave.
- Subsidised childcare.
- Health and wellbeing initiatives.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Inclusive and supportive environment.
- Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands.
- About ASC
ASC’s 2,400+ staff bring unparalleled submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering expertise.
Established in 1985, 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.
Internal Application Process
Prior to applying, please notify your reporting manager of your intent to apply.
If progressed to interview stage, you will need to update your manager.
Applications after the sourcing period closing on 05/01/2026 will be reviewed.
- Seniority Level
- Mid‑Senior level
- Employment Type
- Contract
- Job Function
- Human Resources
- Industry
- Defense and Space Manufacturing
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People Experience Manager in Adelaide employer: ASC Pty Ltd
ASC is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Henderson, WA, where you can contribute to the critical maintenance of Collins Class submarines. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, ASC provides comprehensive training and career advancement opportunities, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. Enjoy the unique advantage of working in a high-tech maritime setting, where your skills in electrical maintenance will be valued and rewarded.
