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

Want to help shape Australia's future submarine capability?

As a Senior Governance Engineer, you will help shape the technical governance framework that underpins Australia's conventional and future nuclear-powered submarine programs. Working across engineering, quality, assurance and program teams, you will develop practical governance solutions that strengthen technical integrity, compliance, engineering assurance and risk-informed decision-making.

Reporting to the Technical Governance Manager, you'll influence how technical work is governed within one of Australia's most complex and strategically important engineering environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve ASC's technical governance framework, standards and controls.
• Translate regulatory, contractual and technical requirements into practical business solutions.
• Provide expert governance advice that supports safe, compliant and risk-informed engineering.
• Build trusted relationships and partner with engineering, quality and program teams to embed governance requirements, strengthen technical integrity and drive continuous improvement.

About You

You are an experienced engineer who combines technical credibility, sound judgement and stakeholder influence with a passion for governance and continuous improvement.

You bring:

• Degree qualifications in Engineering or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience in a complex, high-risk and highly regulated environment.
• Experience developing or improving governance, assurance or engineering management frameworks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop practical, risk-based solutions.
• The ability to build trusted relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• A commitment to continuous improvement, accountability and technical excellence.

Highly Regarded

• Experience in defence, naval, submarine, nuclear, aerospace, energy, oil and gas, mining or similar industries.
• Experience working with technical authority, engineering assurance or regulatory compliance frameworks.

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.

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

ASC has served as Australia’s submarine builder and sustainer for over 35 years. ASC built the Collins Class submarines and now sustains the fleet in Osborne, South Australia and in Henderson, Western Australia. Supported by its predominantly Australian supply chain and a highly skilled workforce, we deliver submarine capability and availability to the Royal Australian Navy.

Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.