ASC Pty Ltd (ASC), Australia’s submarine company, has selected Orbis Sibro Inc. (dba ORBIS) as its first US AUKUS capability collaboration partner. ORBIS is a veteran owned US Defence contractor headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, which employs over 450 employees. ORBIS supports the US nuclear powered submarine and aircraft carrier enterprises. ORBIS will be engaged […]
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]]>ASC Pty Ltd (ASC), Australia’s submarine company, has selected Orbis Sibro Inc. (dba ORBIS) as its first US AUKUS capability collaboration partner.
ORBIS is a veteran owned US Defence contractor headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, which employs over 450 employees. ORBIS supports the US nuclear powered submarine and aircraft carrier enterprises.
ORBIS will be engaged to perform a Submarine Rotational Force-West (SRF-W) Gap Analysis to support ASC’s requirements to develop and deliver a SSN Submarine Support System Plan and a SSN Industrial Workforce Plan. As the Australian Government’s selected Sovereign Submarine Partner for sustainment of both conventionally-armed and nuclear-powered submarines, ASC has a pivotal role to play in delivering SRF-W through building, developing and upskilling its workforce.
The Gap Analysis will identify ASC’s recruitment and training needs for the AUKUS SSN Sustainment program and enable training placements in the USA for ASC’s Australian employees for future roles in Virginia Class sustainment in Australia.
ASC’s collaboration with ORBIS is a key milestone in Australia’s efforts to sustain its conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines.
Quotes attributable to:
ASC CEO and Managing Director Stuart Whiley – “ASC is pleased to partner with ORBIS, which has an excellent reputation within the US Defence community. This marks a significant milestone in ASC’s journey towards maintaining Australia’s Virginia class submarines and we look forward to working with ORBIS to ensure a sovereign and enduring nuclear submarine capability for the nation.”
ORBIS President Charles Grabenstein – “As a company with deep roots in the US Nuclear-Powered Submarine enterprise, ORBIS understands that the success of the AUKUS program is critical to both US and Australian defence needs. Both nations rely on the freedom of the seas to promote national security and economic interests. Failure is not an option.”
About ASC: ASC has proudly served as Australia’s conventional submarine builder and sustainer for more than 35 years. ASC built Australia’s Collins Class submarines and now maintains and upgrades them while providing in-service support to maximise the fleet’s ongoing availability and capability for the Royal Australian Navy. ASC has recently been selected as the Australian Government’s Sovereign Submarine Partner to sustain and jointly build conventionally armed nuclear-powered submarines in Australia. ASC will be the prime contractor for sustainment of visiting US and UK submarines in Western Australia, Australia’s own sovereign Virginia Class submarines in 2032 and SSN-AUKUS submarines currently in the design phase.
About ORBIS: ORBIS is Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) with more than two decades of experience in major Navy programs. Specialising in leading, delivering and managing professional support services, ORBIS proudly serves NAVSEA, the Warfare Centres and the US Navy Industrial Enterprise. ORBIS’ offerings encompass the full Department of Defence lifecycle of acquisition, program management, delivery, modernization, quality control, audits and certification, ensuring adherence to the highest standards of excellence across all projects. The ORBIS corporate headquarters are in Charleston, SC and regional business units are located at the Washington Navy Yard, DC, Groton, CT, Norfolk, VA, Portsmouth, NH, Philadelphia, PA, with satellite offices in Huntsville, AL, Newport, RI, and San Diego, CA.
For more about ASC, visit: asc.com.au
For more about ORBIS visit: www.orbisinc.net
MEDIA CONTACTS
ASC Pty Ltd
Damon Hunt
Head of Corporate Communications and Media
+61 409 079 887
Julie La Rosa
General Manager – Stakeholder Relations
+61 8 8348 7796
ORBIS
Jamie Kalowsky –
Captain, USN (retired)
AUKUS Program Manager
(808)747-5448 – mobile
Shauna Burrows
Chief Operating Officer
[email protected]
(703)508-8034 – mobile
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]]>ASC acknowledges the ongoing protected industrial action being undertaken by the AMWU, AMU, ETU and their members at ASC’s Osborne facility, which today included a Trades workforce ‘walk-out’. The Unions and their members have not informed ASC of the duration of the walk-out. To date, multiple offers have been presented to the Unions and their […]
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]]>ASC acknowledges the ongoing protected industrial action being undertaken by the AMWU, AMU, ETU and their members at ASC’s Osborne facility, which today included a Trades workforce ‘walk-out’. The Unions and their members have not informed ASC of the duration of the walk-out.
To date, multiple offers have been presented to the Unions and their members by ASC to achieve a resolution to their ongoing protected industrial action, including to defer to the Fair Work Commission for a judgement. However, to date these offers have been rejected.
ASC will continue to negotiate with the Unions and its workforce in good faith.
ASC does not provide statements regarding Collins Class submarine availability for national security reasons. These questions should be directed to the Department of Defence media team: [email protected].
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]]>ASC acknowledges the ongoing protected industrial action being undertaken by the AMWU and ETU and their members. ASC is continuing to negotiate with the Unions and their members, this has included a meeting between ASC’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer and senior union representatives. Further offers have been presented to the Unions and their […]
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]]>ASC acknowledges the ongoing protected industrial action being undertaken by the AMWU and ETU and their members.
ASC is continuing to negotiate with the Unions and their members, this has included a meeting between ASC’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer and senior union representatives.
Further offers have been presented to the Unions and their members by ASC this week to achieve a resolution, however these offers have been rejected.
ASC has once again appealed to the Union and its members to defer to the Fair Work Commission for a judgement and they have again rejected this offer.
ASC will continue to negotiate with the Unions and its workforce in good faith.
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]]>ASC acknowledges the protected industrial action which is being undertaken by the AMWU, ETU and its members. ASC has presented an offer to the Unions and its members that would provide an average increase of 12% at the commencement of the agreement, with further opportunities for the employees to achieve additional increases through arbitration by […]
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]]>ASC acknowledges the protected industrial action which is being undertaken by the AMWU, ETU and its members.
ASC has presented an offer to the Unions and its members that would provide an average increase of 12% at the commencement of the agreement, with further opportunities for the employees to achieve additional increases through arbitration by the Fair Work Commission.
If supported by the Fair Work Commission, this offer provides the opportunity for employees to achieve their wage position.
ASC continues to negotiate with the Unions and their members despite their rejection of all reasonable offers made by ASC to end this dispute.
The AMWU’s protected industrial action is not currently disrupting the availability of the Collins class submarines to the Royal Australian Navy, nor ASC’s work on Australia’s build and sustainment of conventionally armed, nuclear powered submarines.
ASC has not threatened its workers with dismissal.
ASC is disappointed by the AMWU’s comments regarding its Chief Executive and Managing Director, which are not conducive to bargaining in good faith.
The ASC’s CEO & Managing Director’s salary banding is set and governed by the Australian Remuneration Tribunal, which is independent of ASC.
In response to the AMWU’s statement to the media:
Quote attributable to Mr Stuart Whiley, Managing Director & CEO. ASC Pty Ltd:
‘I have complete trust in my Executive Team’s ability to undertake these negotiations with the AMWU. This is a normal and acceptable position for a large company such as ours. While I do not attend these negotiations, I am fully briefed on the outcomes and will continue to work collaboratively with the Executive Team towards achieving a mutually beneficial outcome for ASC, the AMWU and its members.’
Quote attributable to Mr Bruce Carter, Chairman, ASC Pty Ltd:
‘ASC has negotiated in good faith with the AMWU and its members. ASC’s CEO & Managing Director, Stuart Whiley has the complete confidence and support of the ASC Board in his handling of these negotiations and rejects this personal attack by the AMWU. ASC has adhered to the mandated negotiation process and has been open and proactive in its dealings with the Unions and their members.
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]]>ASC acknowledges the protected industrial action taken by the AMWU, ETU and its members today and recognises their right to take this action. ASC has been in exhaustive negotiations with the Unions and their representatives over the last six months and has made a number of offers, taking into account the economic and environmental cost […]
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]]>ASC acknowledges the protected industrial action taken by the AMWU, ETU and its members today and recognises their right to take this action.
ASC has been in exhaustive negotiations with the Unions and their representatives over the last six months and has made a number of offers, taking into account the economic and environmental cost factors of the two locations. The Unions and their members have rejected all of these offers. ASC has also suggested engaging the services of the Fair Work Commissioner to review employee claims and mandate an outcome, however the Unions and their members have also rejected this.
In response to the claims made by the Unions today:
ASC will continue to maintain good working relationships with both the Unions and our workers as we continue to negotiate in good faith.
Quote attributable to Mr Stuart Whiley, Managing Director & CEO of ASC Pty Ltd:
‘Despite ASC’s best intentions, we have been unable to reach an agreement with the Unions and their members in regard to their claims. We will continue to negotiate with the Unions and our workers in good faith, to achieve a mutually beneficial outcome.’
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]]>Australia’s submarine company ASC Pty Ltd (ASC), has been selected as the Australian Government’s Sovereign Submarine Partner to sustain and jointly build the nation’s nuclear-powered submarines. The announcement recognises ASC’s over-35-year experience and expertise as the original builder, and ongoing sustainer of the Collins Class submarine fleet. ASC has demonstrated its unrivalled capability in Australian […]
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]]>Australia’s submarine company ASC Pty Ltd (ASC), has been selected as the Australian Government’s Sovereign Submarine Partner to sustain and jointly build the nation’s nuclear-powered submarines.
The announcement recognises ASC’s over-35-year experience and expertise as the original builder, and ongoing sustainer of the Collins Class submarine fleet. ASC has demonstrated its unrivalled capability in Australian submarine construction, combat systems integration, testing, commissioning and certification on the Collins Class program.
ASC has successfully established and developed ‘green field’ submarine construction and sustainment capability through growing and retaining a highly skilled workforce; and developing and managing a comprehensive domestic and international supply chain.
Today, ASC holds the highest concentration of submarine expertise in the nation and it is well positioned to deliver on the Australian Government’s nuclear-submarine program requirements.
Sustainment of nuclear-powered submarines
As the Australian Government’s Sovereign Submarine Sustainment Partner, ASC will sustain the nation’s nuclear-powered submarines in Australia, including visiting US and UK submarines, Australia’s sovereign Virginia Class submarines, and Australia’s SSN-AUKUS submarines which will be built at Osborne in South Australia.
In the near term, ASC will provide sustainment for visiting US and UK submarines at Garden Island, Western Australia. This work will commence with a rotational presence of US and UK nuclear-powered submarines. In the interim, ASC personnel will undergo Virginia Class sustainment training, including on-the-job training deployments to the Pearl Harbor shipyard in Hawaii from late 2024.
As Australia acquires its sovereign Virginia Class submarines, ASC will integrate Virginia Class sustainment with its existing Collins Class submarine sustainment program to deliver consistent submarine availability to the Royal Australian Navy. ASC will also be responsible for sustaining the SSN-AUKUS submarines, including their short-term, medium-term and deep-cycle maintenance.
Build of SSN-AUKUS nuclear-powered submarines
ASC and BAE Systems have been selected as the Sovereign Submarine Build Partners and will collaborate to form an incorporated joint venture to construct the SSN-AUKUS submarines at the Osborne Naval Shipyard in South Australia.
Work on the first submarine is scheduled to be underway before the end of this decade, with delivery to the Royal Australian Navy from the early 2040s.
The collaboration between ASC and BAE Systems will be integral to the success of the nuclear-powered submarine program and will ensure that Australia establishes a strong sovereign submarine building capability for the future. ASC looks forward to working with BAE Systems to deliver this history making program.
ASC will establish new company entities and a physical presence in both the UK and the US to facilitate its AUKUS partner collaborations.
Opportunities for suppliers and job seekers
The nuclear-powered submarine program will be the biggest industrial undertaking Australia has ever embarked upon, both in scale and technical complexity. Accordingly, there will be many opportunities for prospective Australian suppliers and skilled employees to become involved in the program.
ASC looks forward to working with its current and future supply chain partners, and the Australian workforce to execute these programs. Potential suppliers and appropriately skilled workers who aspire to participate in the nuclear-powered submarine program can register their interest at: asc.com.au/aukus.
Photo courtesy of BAE Systems
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]]>ASC, Australia’s submarine company, has renewed its longstanding supply chain partnership with MacTaggart Scott Australia (MTSA). “ASC are pleased to extend our supply chain partnership with MTSA who are an integral part of the Collins Enterprise,” ASC’s Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director Stuart Whiley said. MTSA Director Peter Richings said the new contract will […]
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]]>ASC, Australia’s submarine company, has renewed its longstanding supply chain partnership with MacTaggart Scott Australia (MTSA).
“ASC are pleased to extend our supply chain partnership with MTSA who are an integral part of the Collins Enterprise,” ASC’s Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director Stuart Whiley said.
MTSA Director Peter Richings said the new contract will give greater security to the company and its suppliers.
“It enables MTSA to plan further ahead, and there are in excess of 70 companies that will benefit from this contract,” he said.
“MTSA has changed its supply chain significantly since it was formed, and can now boast that it uses more than 80% local industry.”
MTSA was established in 2011 to work with its main customer, ASC-Australia’s submarine builder and sustainer.
“This contract also helps us to further develop the research and development products to bring them to fruition,” Mr Richings said.
“It highlights the close working relationship between ASC and MTSA, which together benefits the Collins Class Submarine and the sustainability of the class.”
MTSA is the Australian-subsidiary of MacTaggart Scott–a global entity based in Scotland supporting the manufacture of key systems in the naval defence industry, employing 350 people across three countries with a turnover of around AUD $69.6 million.
“Despite our small size, MTSA has been conducting research and development with the Defence Material Technology Centre, Swinburne University, Defence Science and Technology Group and Laserbond, into advanced coatings to extend the life of various Collins Class components, as well as looking at lighter composite items while retaining the material properties critical to product quality and safety,” Mr Richings said.
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]]>Alice Williams has been appointed to the Board of ASC Pty Ltd, bringing more than 30 years of senior management and board-level experience. Ms Williams also has specialist knowledge in major-project governance, investment management, corporate advisory and equity fundraising. Ms Williams is a former Director of NM Rothschild and Sons (Australia) Limited, Vice-President of JP […]
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]]>Alice Williams has been appointed to
the Board of ASC Pty Ltd, bringing more than 30 years of senior management and
board-level experience.
Ms Williams also has specialist
knowledge in major-project governance, investment management, corporate
advisory and equity fundraising.
Ms Williams is a former Director of NM
Rothschild and Sons (Australia) Limited, Vice-President of JP Morgan Australia,
and Non-Executive Director for such organisations as Cooper Energy, Defence
Health, Telstra Sale Company Limited and the Australian Accounting Standards
Board.
ASC Chair Bruce Carter said Ms
Williams’s experience across a number of companies, organisations and
government would be invaluable to ASC.
“Ms Williams has wide-ranging skills
and corporate understanding that will be highly beneficial for the future of
ASC.”
“We are delighted to welcome her to
the Board.”
In
addition to Alice’s role with ASC, she is currently also a Non-Executive
Director of Djerriwarrh Investments, Mercer Investments Australia Ltd, Advance
Asset Management Ltd, Vocus, ProMedicus and Tobacco Free Portfolios.
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]]>ASC welcomes yesterday’s announcement on the Optimal Pathway for Australia to acquire a fleet of nuclear‑powered submarines, which will be built here in Adelaide, ensuring Australia retains a regionally superior submarine capability for many decades to come. ASC is looking forward to the opportunity to leverage its experience and expertise to help sustain visiting United […]
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]]>ASC welcomes yesterday’s announcement on the Optimal Pathway for Australia to acquire a fleet of nuclear‑powered submarines, which will be built here in Adelaide, ensuring Australia retains a regionally superior submarine capability for many decades to come.
ASC is looking forward to the opportunity to leverage its experience and expertise to help sustain visiting United States Virginia class and United Kingdom Astute class submarines, as it did during the visit of HMS Astute in 2021.
The Government’s decision underscores the critical role a potent submarine capability plays in securing the interests of Australia and her allies, reinforcing the essential work undertaken each day at ASC. As the holder of Australia’s sovereign submarine knowledge and workforce, ASC remains committed to supporting Defence in the delivery of this exciting endeavour, both through an expansion of the Sovereign Shipbuilding Talent Pool (SSTP) and the provision of sustainment services to visiting US and UK nuclear-powered submarines in Western Australia.
Throughout the consultation period, ASC has supported the important work of determining the Optimal Pathway, drawing on the deep experience and skills resident in the SSTP.
ASC’s Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Mr Stuart Whiley, said ASC will continue to work with Defence and ASC’s supply chain to ensure the Navy remains equipped with an agile and effective submarine capability through ongoing sustainment of the Collins class and in the transition to a nuclear‑powered submarine fleet.
“As we prepare for the introduction of a nuclear‑powered fleet, it remains essential that we deliver Navy the submarine availability and capability that they rely on, which continues to be provided through the highly capable Collins class fleet. A capable and available Collins class fleet is a critical component of the pathway to Australia acquiring its nuclear‑powered submarine capability” Mr Whiley said.
“We will continue to deliver Navy the capability they rely on to defend our interests through a world-class workforce, which includes Australia’s leading submarine platform engineers, trades and professionals.”
“Work to deliver the life-of-type extension program announced in 2021, which will update key equipment on our Collins class submarines is well advanced, and assures Australia’s submarine capability well into the 2030s and beyond.”
ASC recognises the significant work undertaken across the last 18 months to identify the Optimal Pathway to deliver nuclear-powered submarines for Australia and remains committed to supporting the successful delivery of Australia’s nuclear‑powered submarine fleet. ASC welcomes the Government’s announced intent to select Australia’s build and sustainment partners within the next 12 months and looks forward to the opportunity to participate.
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]]>World-recognised undersea technology expert Dr Janis Cocking, PSM, FTSE has been appointed to the Board of ASC Pty Ltd. A retired metallurgist and program leader who served as the Defence Science and Technology Group’s (DSTG) Chief, Strategy and Program Division and Chief, Maritime Division, Dr Cocking brings a deep knowledge of submarines and associated platforms, […]
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]]>World-recognised undersea technology expert Dr Janis Cocking, PSM, FTSE has been appointed to the Board of ASC Pty Ltd.
A retired metallurgist and program leader who served as the Defence Science and Technology Group’s (DSTG) Chief, Strategy and Program Division and Chief, Maritime Division, Dr Cocking brings a deep knowledge of submarines and associated platforms, gained through a career spanning more than four decades.
ASC Chairman Bruce Carter said Dr Cocking was an outstanding addition to the ASC Board.
“Dr Cocking was involved in developing the Royal Australian Navy’s current fleet of Collins Class submarines, which ASC built and maintains – work for which she received an Institute of Public Administration Centenary Medal.
“Her in-depth knowledge and insight will be invaluable.”
Dr Cocking is a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering, and a former board member of the Australian Maritime College. She was awarded the Public Service Medal in Australia’s 2018 Queen’s Birthday Honours for her contributions to defence science and technology. In 2019, the DSTG created the Janis Cocking Award for Leadership, in recognition of her contribution to the defence sector.
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]]>ASC is establishing a digital supply chain as part of its current Digital Transformation Program, which will automate and streamline processes and drive efficiencies for ASC and the 1,200 Australian businesses within its Collins Class submarine supply chain. A digital supply chain leverages technology and data to enhance connectivity to suppliers, automate processes and deliver […]
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]]>ASC is establishing a digital supply chain as part of its current Digital Transformation Program, which will automate and streamline processes and drive efficiencies for ASC and the 1,200 Australian businesses within its Collins Class submarine supply chain.
A digital supply chain leverages technology and data to enhance connectivity to suppliers, automate processes and deliver full visibility of the supply chain for organisations and their suppliers.
Benefits include better prediction and decision making, resulting in greater efficiencies and protection against disruptions. It also places data security front of mind as new supply chain solutions are designed and implemented.
The first digital supply chain project is already underway. A pilot supplier portal was launched on 23 November, with a select group of 10 suppliers given access. The balance of suppliers will be added, along with additional portal functionality, in a scaled 2023 roll-out.
The supplier portal is a multi-functional platform that will assist with contract creation and management, sourcing and invoice management, and supplier collaboration.
ASC Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Stuart Whiley said establishing a digital supply chain would benefit both ASC’s outcomes and those of the Australian businesses it works with.
“Fully digitising our supply chain is a strategic focus for ASC within our current Digital Transformation Program, as we complete the transition to a digital shipyard,” Mr Whiley said.
“An effective digital supply chain has many benefits including real time reporting, advanced parts and logistics tracking and real time monitoring of supplier performance.
“It will ensure ASC remains at the forefront of supply chain best practice, delivering efficiencies that will benefit our critically important business of sustaining the Collins Class submarines and delivering the fleet’s life of type extension.
“The supplier portal will benefit our supply chain partners through improved information flow and increased responsiveness, improving our relationships with these businesses.
“The pilot will enable us to test the systems to ensure a seamless roll-out next year.
“It’s an exciting time for our business and we look forward to working with our current partners and inviting new partners on the journey with us.”
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]]>ASC is partnering with the University of South Australia (UniSA) to support Honours students undertaking a Bachelor of Engineering. ASC is providing university students with experience working on practical, cutting-edge projects for potential use in Australia’s Collins Class submarine program. The partnership also gives students an insight into the many engineering and technical job […]
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]]>Australia’s sovereign submarine company, ASC, has reached a new agreement with QMS NDT & NACE (QMS) for the delivery of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and metal survey services, supporting more than 25 local jobs in Adelaide.
QMS’ sophisticated x-ray and radiographic testing methods allow for accurate analysis of the integrity of submarine welds, pipe wall thicknesses and other metallic materials in the Collins Class submarines without having to disrupt the structures that surround them.
This service will be utilised within the Full Cycle Docking (FCD) program and assists ASC’s teams to effectively target their maintenance activities.
New agreements with local suppliers like QMS help to ensure ASC’s continued world-class performance and availability of the Collins Class fleet to the Royal Australian Navy.
Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Stuart Whiley, said ASC works with more than 1200 Australian businesses within its sovereign supply chain and spends around $200 million each year.
“ASC is committed to the involvement of Australian suppliers on the Collins Class sustainment program,” Mr Whiley said.
“Developing strong, long-term relationships with local suppliers assists ASC to maintain high levels of quality and responsiveness during Collins Class maintenance.
“QMS is a proudly Australian-owned company and this new deal helps create further sovereign capability in ASC’s supply chain.
“The significant national security investments which are being made to grow Australia’s submarine capability will support hundreds of jobs, both at ASC and with suppliers.”
QMS Owner, Shaun Kennedy, said the company has a great relationship with ASC.
“QMS NDT & NACE has supported the Collins Class NDT and metal loss contract for the past eight years and we are happy to have the opportunity to sign another contract to continue working on the Collins Class fleet,” Mr Kennedy said.
“ASC’s commitment to supporting sovereign capability continues to make a positive impact to Australian businesses and help create local jobs.”
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]]>ASC is partnering with the University of South Australia (UniSA) to support Honours students undertaking a Bachelor of Engineering. ASC is providing university students with experience working on practical, cutting-edge projects for potential use in Australia’s Collins Class submarine program. The partnership also gives students an insight into the many engineering and technical job […]
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]]>ASC is partnering with the University of South Australia (UniSA) to support Honours students undertaking a Bachelor of Engineering.
ASC is providing university students with experience working on practical, cutting-edge projects for potential use in Australia’s Collins Class submarine program.
The partnership also gives students an insight into the many engineering and technical job opportunities within Australia’s submarine workforce, advances their studies, and supports the transition from university to industry.
Two projects underway include a study of specialised exoskeletons, and the development of advanced heat exchanger technology.
Exoskeletons have future workforce applications where robotics are not viable. The use of exoskeletons would assist employees’ movements, improve safety and reduce the likelihood of injury.
A novel heat exchanger technology is also being tested and verified, called ‘tube dimpling’. This technique seeks to create a more efficient heat exchange to keep the submarine cool.
ASC is providing in-kind support, including project supervisors and subject matter experts, together with funding as required.
ASC Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Stuart Whiley, said the partnership is mutually beneficial.
“ASC is working with Honours students on a number of innovative projects that could be refined and implemented on the Collins Class submarine program,” Mr Whiley said.
“Honours students gain access to our experienced engineers, who work on the Collins Class submarine program every day and are providing advice and guidance to help them refine their projects and skills.
“As we continue the maintenance of the Collins Class fleet and prepare for its Life of Type Extension, it’s crucial we continue to attract more engineers to the defence industry.
“That’s why ASC’s partnerships with tertiary institutions and secondary schools are so important. These activities will ensure the next generation of students are aware of the long-term job opportunities in defence.”
Associate Professor Craig Priest, Professorial Lead at UniSA’s Future Industries Institute, says industry-based projects are transformational for students.
“The students gain unique skills, experiences, networks, and opportunities that make UniSA graduates work-ready and in high-demand,” Associate Professor Craig Priest said.
“UniSA welcomes ASC’s shared commitment to outstanding industry-based learning.”
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]]>ASC’s team of apprentices is helping to restore the historic City of Adelaide clipper to its original form, and will manufacture unique and specific items for installation on the ship. Under a new agreement between ASC Pty Ltd and the volunteer-run organisation which is preserving the world’s oldest clipper ship, the apprentices will produce manufactured […]
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]]>ASC’s team of apprentices is helping to restore the historic City of Adelaide clipper to its original form, and will manufacture unique and specific items for installation on the ship.
Under a new agreement between ASC Pty Ltd and the volunteer-run organisation which is preserving the world’s oldest clipper ship, the apprentices will produce manufactured products based on supplied designs which aim to restore the ship’s historic features.
One of the apprentices’ first projects will be the manufacture of customised stanchions, which are upright metal and railing structures. The agreement is ongoing, allowing for extra projects to be commenced as required to continue the ship’s restoration.
The City of Adelaide clipper was built in 1864 to carry passengers to South Australia, and made 23 return voyages between London and Adelaide. It was among the fastest of its time. It returned to South Australia in 2014 after spending years neglected in Scotland and is now based at Dock 2 in Port Adelaide, where volunteers plan to create a historic ‘seaport village’.
ASC Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Stuart Whiley said the agreement was an opportunity to give back to the community, and refine the skills of submarine apprentices.
“The complexity of working with a system as sophisticated as a submarine exposes our apprentices to a wide range of challenges and problem-solving tasks,” Mr Whiley said.
“Extending that to the City for Adelaide clipper restoration project gives our apprentices another context in which to develop their skills, and demonstrate the results to the public.
“This is an exciting new partnership with the City for Adelaide, which will contribute to supporting local heritage and further improve our community for the future.”
ASC currently employs more than 70 apprentices across its sites in South Australia and Western Australia and is adding to that with a new intake that will commence in 2023.
City of Adelaide Preservation Trust Director Peter Christopher welcomed the support.
“The work to be undertaken by ASC apprentices will significantly speed up the restoration work being undertaken by our volunteers,” Mr Christopher said.
“The City of Adelaide is of composite construction, with a wooden hull over an iron frame, enabling metal work projects to be undertaken by the apprentices.”
ASC apprentice Connor Norris said he looked forward to working on the project.
“Getting to work on submarines is extremely rewarding and exciting. It’s challenging and complex work, and we know we are doing something important for Australia,” Connor said.
“This project with the City for Adelaide means that we get to take that work out into the community, show people what we can do, and contribute to the future of Port Adelaide.
“It’s going to be nice to know that there’s a little piece of our work on the clipper ship, which people and their children will get to see every day when they go through on tours.”
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]]>ASC has launched registrations for its New Supplier Forum 2022, a free online event which will assist more Australian businesses to enter the defence industry and work on submarine programs. The virtual forum will be held online on 11 August and provide small to medium enterprises with the opportunity to learn about how they can […]
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]]>ASC has launched registrations for its New Supplier Forum 2022, a free online event which will assist more Australian businesses to enter the defence industry and work on submarine programs.
The virtual forum will be held online on 11 August and provide small to medium enterprises with the opportunity to learn about how they can join the more than 1200 Australian businesses which already support ASC’s Collins Class sustainment program.
The forum will include presentations by senior members of ASC’s supply chain team, networking and question and answer sessions to help more Australian businesses understand how to meet defence industry requirements for quality and technical performance and become ‘ASC-Ready’.
Businesses can register now for New Supplier Forum 2022 at: https://ascnsf2022.vfairs.com/
ASC Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Stuart Whiley said the New Supplier Forum 2022
aimed to help more local businesses participate in Australia’s growing submarine sector.
“As ASC looks to the next phases of Collins Class sustainment and the Life of Type Extension, it’s critical that we continue to build and support local supply chain participation,” Mr Whiley said.
“Large defence projects provide suppliers with great opportunities for long-term contracts that can support their growth. We want to assist even more Australian businesses to be ‘ASC-Ready’.”
“That will create more Australian jobs, and sovereign defence industry capability for our nation.”
ASC spends around $200 million with Australian businesses each year, and achieves more than 90 per cent Australian Industry Content on its Collins Class program. ASC is committed to maintaining and growing Australian industry involvement in its program over time, as has been successfully achieved with Collins Class sustainment.
The Collins Class Life of Type Extension will replace propulsion systems, diesel engines, generators,and the power conversion and distribution systems on all six of Australia’s submarines.
Axiom Precision Manufacturing General Manager Craig Maynard said his company had been part of ASC’s supply chain for the last nine years. He said the relationship had helped his company create jobs, enhance its products and strengthen its defence manufacturing capability.
“We have grown to become one of the largest Australian-owned precision machining and advanced manufacturing companies,” Mr Maynard said.
“Through our involvement with ASC, we became the first supplier outside of Europe to manufacture the main engine bearings used in the Collins Class submarines, providing Australian sovereign capability for critical sustainment items.
“The New Supplier Forum will be a great way to learn more about how Australian businesses can also be involved in the LOTE program, which might provide decades more work.”
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]]>ASC has launched recruitment for more than 25 new apprentices to join its teams in South Australia and Western Australia, building local skills for upcoming submarine programs. Applications have opened for ASC’s annual apprentice intake and positions are available for people who want to start careers in trades including metal fabrication, electrical and mechanical engineering. […]
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]]>ASC has launched recruitment for more than 25 new apprentices to join its teams in South Australia and Western Australia, building local skills for upcoming submarine programs.
Applications have opened for ASC’s annual apprentice intake and positions are available for people who want to start careers in trades including metal fabrication, electrical and mechanical engineering. There is also a renewed focus on attracting women to the industry.
The new apprentices will be employed at ASC’s sites in Adelaide, and Henderson in WA.
ASC currently employs 74 apprentices, and has almost doubled the number of females in the group from six to 11 since the end of last year. Apprentices receive on-the-job and theory training from ASC’s experienced experts, as well as the chance to pursue long-term careers in Australia’s growing submarine industry by working on Collins Class programs.
ASC sustains the Collins Class submarine fleet through major and minor sustainment activities and upgrades at Osborne in SA and Henderson in WA. The Collins Class Life of Type Extension program will ensure the fleet continues serving Australia into the 2040s, and integrate contemporary technology.
ASC Chief Executive Officer Stuart Whiley said apprenticeships offered young people who were starting their employment journey, and those considering a career change, the opportunity of rewarding work on programs that were important to Australia’s future.
“This is an exciting time for Australia’s submarine industry as we sustain the Collins Class fleet, prepare for their Life of Type Extension and build the trades and engineering skills that
will be needed to support future shipbuilding programs,” Mr Whiley said.
“Apprentices who join ASC develop skills for life, in long-term and secure jobs. They have opportunities to progress their careers as Australia’s defence industries continue to grow.”
ASC last year also welcomed aboard 12 apprentices who formerly worked on the Attack Class submarine program, under the Sovereign Shipbuilding Talent Pool program.
Mr Whiley strongly encouraged women to consider careers in Australia’s submarine industry, and to apply to the ASC apprenticeship intake launched today.
“I’m proud that ASC provides a welcoming and supportive workplace that harnesses all the skills and talents that are found across our community,” Mr Whiley said.
Mikkie Johnstone is two years into an apprenticeship at ASC, and learning skills including welding and metal fabrication, to complete a Cert 3 in fabrication engineering.
“I’d encourage anyone who has thought about a career in submarines to step forward and apply,” she said. “It’s a rewarding job that gives you the pride of having welded things and worked on structures that become part of Australia’s submarines.”
Applications for the apprentice program close on July 18.
To apply now, go to: https://www.asc.com.au/careers/apprenticeship-program/
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]]>ASC has signed a $66 million contract with Australian engineering business Eptec Group for blast and paint services to be carried out during Collins Class Full Cycle Dockings in Adelaide, as part of a six-year agreement that will support more than 100 local jobs. Adelaide is home to ASC’s two-year Collins Class Full Cycle Dockings, […]
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]]>ASC has signed a $66 million contract with Australian engineering business Eptec Group for blast and paint services to be carried out during Collins Class Full Cycle Dockings in Adelaide, as part of a six-year agreement that will support more than 100 local jobs.
Adelaide is home to ASC’s two-year Collins Class Full Cycle Dockings, which deliver upgrades and deep maintenance after each decade of a submarine’s service at sea. Shorter Mid Cycle and Intermediate Dockings are performed by ASC staff at Henderson in Western Australia.
The $66 million contract announced today will result in Eptec providing blast services to clean components and systems within the Collins Class submarines and ensure their effective ongoing operation. Painting services include anti-corrosion protection for the submarine hulls and internal structures, to maintain resilience in the ocean environment.
Internal paintwork will also refresh living areas on board the Collins Class submarines including galleys, walls and ceilings to improve amenity and conditions for Australian crews.
ASC Chief Executive Officer Stuart Whiley said the Collins Class submarine program was working closely with local businesses to maintain and build sovereign supply chains.
“Full Cycle Dockings are immense undertakings that include opening the hull, removing major systems for maintenance and adding new capability,” Mr Whiley said. “It is critical
work being done in Adelaide, with Australian suppliers, to support our national security.
“Strong local supply chains are important for ASC and the Collins program. Partnerships like this increase ease of access to services, while supporting Australia’s industrial resilience.
“The significant national security investments which are being made to grow Australia’s submarine capability are also creating hundreds of jobs, both at ASC and with suppliers.”
Eptec was selected following a competitive market activity and demonstrated capability to support ASC in achieving high levels of quality, timeliness and value. Eptec will also provide scaffolding, waste removal and spotting services to support the blast and paint operations.
The contract designates Eptec Group as the preferred blast and paint supplier for the next two Collins Class Full Cycle Dockings in Adelaide, with the option to extend for a third.
Eptec Group Chief Executive Officer Geoff Knox said more than 100 workers would be enlisted during each Full Cycle Docking to deliver the blast and paint services for ASC.
“Eptec’s high-performing, multi-skilled workforce is committed to supporting Australia’s defence capability and the maintenance of critical assets like the Collins Class,” he said.
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]]>ASC’s Non-Executive Director Geoff Rohrsheim has been elevated to Deputy Chair and two new Non-Executive Directors with extensive industry experience have been appointed to ASC’s Board for three-year terms, by Finance Minister Simon Birmingham. ASC’s Chairman Bruce Carter said he was pleased to announce the new appointments which will further strengthen the organisation’s expertise and […]
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]]>ASC’s Non-Executive Director Geoff Rohrsheim has been elevated to Deputy Chair and two new Non-Executive Directors with extensive industry experience have been appointed to ASC’s Board for three-year terms, by Finance Minister Simon Birmingham.
ASC’s Chairman Bruce Carter said he was pleased to announce the new appointments which will further strengthen the organisation’s expertise and focus during a period of growth.
Mr Rohrsheim joined the ASC Board as a Non-Executive Director in 2019, and now becomes Deputy Chair. He studied engineering at the Australian Defence Force Academy before serving in the Royal Australian Air Force as an Engineering Officer. Mr Rohrsheim has over 20 years’ experience in the information technology sector.
Leading business figures Julie Cooper and Denise Goldsworthy AO are joining the ASC board.
Ms Cooper is Chair of the South Australian Film Corporation and Nova Systems. She is also a Non-Executive Director of Credit Union South Australia, Helping Hand Aged Care, the National Board of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and the Adelaide Crows Foundation. Her international executive career spans roles in banking, brewing and defence.
Ms Goldsworthy is Founder of Alternate Futures, which connects research organisations, tech start-ups and industry to deliver solutions to problems. She has held executive and leadership roles at BHP Steel and Rio Tinto. Her Non-Executive Director roles include Chancellor at Edith Cowan University, Chair of Gascoyne Gateway and Navy Clearance Diver Trust and on the Boards of Western Power and Leichhardt Industrials.
Mr Carter said it is an important time for the Board as ASC advances work on the Collins Class submarine Life of Type Extension and Sovereign Shipbuilding Talent Pool.
“This is a time of growth and transition in Australia’s submarine industry as we build upon ASC’s proud history, and support the enhancement of our future capability,” Mr Carter said.
Ms Goldsworthy will join the Board in May. The other two changes have become effective.
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