Value Stream Improvement Specialist

Experience working in engineering, production, maintenance, planning, supply chain, project delivery, business transformation, continuous improvement or similarly complex operational environments.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data, performance metrics and insights to identify opportunities and drive business outcomes.

Demonstrated experience developing and managing implementation plans and coordinating priorities, activities and dependencies across multiple stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.

Proven ability to influence leaders and stakeholders, build commitment and support the adoption of new ways of working.

Excellent communication, facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across all levels of an organisation.

The ability to thrive in complex, cross-functional environments, balancing multiple priorities while maintaining a focus on delivery.

A proactive and adaptable approach, with the initiative to identify opportunities, overcome challenges and achieve results.

High levels of curiosity, learning agility and a commitment to capability development and improving operational performance.

A tertiary qualification in Engineering, Project Management, Business, Supply Chain Operations, Change Management, Data Analytics or a related discipline, or equivalent demonstrated experience.

We welcome applications from individuals who have worked in complex operational environments and have experience working across organisational boundaries to improve forecasting, planning, coordination, delivery and operational performance. Experience in defence, manufacturing, mining, logistics, supply chain, engineering, consulting or similarly complex environments will be highly regarded.

Successful candidates will demonstrate strong systems thinking, stakeholder influence, structured problem-solving capability and a track record of translating analysis into practical business outcomes. The ability to understand how multiple functions interact within a broader operational system and to bring people together around shared outcomes will be highly valued.

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 please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

Established in 1985, ASC’s 2,500-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.

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