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

This position is suited to ILS professional/practitioner and or mechanical / electrical tradespeople with 8-10 years of hands-on experience maintaining complex equipment in heavy industry, mining or shipbuilding.

As an ILS Technical Officer, you will apply your practical maintenance expertise to analyse, document and improve the supportability, reliability, and sustainability of submarine systems and equipment throughout their lifecycle.

While prior ILS experience is highly regarded, it is not essential. ASC will provide training for the successful candidate who brings strong technical insight, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and upkeep of ILS products, processes, tools, and systems to support logistic configuration, maintenance, and product baselines
• Apply sustainment, configuration, and asset management principles to ensure system reliability and availability
• Utilise Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word) while performing ILS duties
• Collaborate with Engineering, Planning, Maintenance, and Project Teams to optimise equipment supportability
• Manage time effectively and prioritise workloads to meet deadlines in a dynamic and high-performing environment

About you

• Obtained a Trade or Advanced Trade Certificate with 8-10 years experience
• Extensive maintenance and technical background in heavy industry, mining or shipbuilding
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, manuals, data and engineering standards
• Willingness to learn and apply ILS principles in a defence context

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.