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

Our Corporate Graduate Program is a unique and exciting early careers pathway dedicated to providing meaningful work, growth and security, while contributing directly to Australia’s national security. Our graduates will receive tailored mentoring and support whilst gaining exposure through rotations across a range of departments prior to settling in a specific area at the end of the Program.

We are seeking Safety and Environmental Graduates who have recently completed a degree in Safety, Environmental Science, or Allied Health.

This is a structured 2-year program which will commence in January 2027. Located in Osborne, South Australia, this program offers outstanding individuals the opportunity to:

• Kick-start your Safety and Environmental career with a leading defence organisation
• Help to ensure ASC has the safety systems and culture in place to keep our people safe, both now and into the future
• Support the existing team to deliver a positive safety culture, systems and governance by identifying hazards and working through solutions
• Gain hands-on experience across core functions, including Risk Management, Incident Management, Safety Systems, Data Analysis, Audit Assurance and Occupational Health
• Develop expertise in Safety and Environmental Management by collaborating across business units to support the Safety Management System and meet regulatory requirements

What the ASC Graduate Program will offer

• 2-year rotational program
• Competitive remuneration and benefits
• Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose
• A range of courses and training tailored by our dedicated Learning & Development team
• Designated mentoring program
• A growing and active Graduate Community
• Free onsite GP Clinics
• 10 days additional leave every year
• Onsite cafeteria, gym & parking
• Fitness Passport - entitles you to visit a multitude of health facilities, whenever you like and without being limited to just one
• Generous parental leave and subsidised childcare
• Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work
• Volunteer leave, so you can contribute back to the community
• Paid reservist leave to support our nation’s defence capabilities
• A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive

Eligibility

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. 

Whilst ASC will accept all applications for this role, as this role requires an ability to access protected US defence technology, applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries will not be eligible. 

To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

About ASC

Established in 1985, ASC’s 2500-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.