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

As our new Governance Engineer, you’ll help shape ASC’s technical standards and ensure compliance with engineering legislation. Reporting to the Head of Technical Governance and Assurance, you’ll support submarine sustainment and extension programs by embedding safety and productivity into ASC’s engineering practices. You’ll build strong stakeholder relationships, conduct assurance activities across sites, and contribute to strategic outcomes that minimise risk and maximise opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Support and improve technical governance frameworks aligned with ASC’s strategy and business goals.
• Monitor and manage stakeholder regulations, identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies.
• Develop and execute governance documentation, decision-making structures, and assurance processes.
• Provide clear advice and communication on technical frameworks across programs and corporate areas.
• Deliver assurance activities across product, safety, facilities, and engineering functions.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying process enhancements and supporting innovation initiatives.

About You

• Tertiary qualified in Engineering or bring equivalent industry experience
• 10+ years’ experience in engineering roles within high-risk, regulated environments
• Skilled in developing and refining governance documentation (policies, standards, procedures)
• Confident applying regulatory frameworks and standards in complex settings
• Experienced in building strong stakeholder relationships to drive governance outcomes
• Clear and effective communicator of technical information, both written and verbal

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance, an Australian Defence Security Clearance and an ability to access protected US defence technology. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearances and approvals.

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.

Benefits

• Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
• Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.
• Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
• Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
• Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
• Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
• A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
• Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.

About ASC

Established in 1985, ASC’s 2,400-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.

Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.