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Mechanical Operations Tradesperson

  • 977818
  • Osborne
  • Trades, Manufacturing and Operators
  • Full time
  • Closing on: May 21 2026
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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

The Engineering Tradesperson – Refrigeration and Airconditioning is responsible to provide mechanical fitting, machining and maintenance skills, knowledge and craftsmanship to the CCSM program in accordance with Operational requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Installation, refurbishment, planned maintenance, set to work and defect rectification of the CCSM and the associated submarine systems.
  • Management and completion of work packs under the guidance of Trade and Boat Team Lead.
  • Delivery of completed work packs to the appropriate Trade Team Lead to support implementation and project close out in accordance with the “End to End” process.
  • The ability to accurately interpret complex work scopes and implement the task as outlined in the work pack and complete the work pack in accordance with CMS process.
  • Conducting work on a CCSM, in restricted areas and confined spaces, considering incompatible operations and difficult working positions all of which need careful attention to detail when conducting tasks.

About you 

  • Diagnostic/Fault finding and problem solving skills.
  • The ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
  • Commitment to work within OWH&S regulations.
  • Experience within a heavy engineering/shipbuilding/ship repair industry.
  • Good computer literacy
  • Trade Certificate 3  Refrigeration and Airconditioning 

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.

Benefits

  • Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
  • 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 2,500-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 conventionally armed, 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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