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 Specialist Technical Officer – Welding Inspection supports the SSN‑AUKUS Build Program by providing independent assurance across welding and fabrication activities during build preparation. The role delivers weld inspection, verification of welder qualifications, technical guidance to production and engineering teams, and support for welding-related non‑conformances.

Working within the Build Preparation IPT and in collaboration with BAE Systems, this position helps ensure welding is performed right first time, enabling certification, accreditation, and readiness for transition to full rate production within a nationally significant submarine build program.

This is a full-time opportunity based at our Osborne site in SA.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent inspection and verification of welding and fabrication against approved procedures
• Inspect and audit welds, welder qualifications, and work package readiness
• Provide technical guidance to production, planning, and engineering teams
• Support the Material Review Board (MRB) on welding‑related non‑conformances
• Develop, review, and maintain welding quality documentation and Objective Quality Evidence (OQE)
• Support fabrication and build readiness assessments, including transition to full rate production
• Contribute to certification and accreditation requirements for the SSN‑AUKUS Program
• Collaborate with external and internal stakeholders to support mobilisation and delivery of the build program
• Responsible for supplier audits, visual weld inspection oversight, verification of welder compliance to approved procedures, and incoming goods inspection including documentation and OQE review

About you 

Education / Trade Certification (One of the following required): 

• Relevant Fabrication/Boiler making/Welding Trade Certificate, or Engineering Diploma or Advanced Diploma in a related discipline. 
• Relevant QC Qualifications - Weld Inspector (CIWI-B, or CSWIP 3.2, or AS1796 certificate 11). 
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in welding inspection within heavy industry, defence, or shipbuilding. 
• Demonstrated experience with structural, pressure, and naval standard welding. 
• Strong understanding of welding standards, including ISO, AS/NZS, AWS, and defence/maritime fabrication codes. 
• Ability to interpret welding procedures (WPS, PQR, WPQ), engineering drawings, and weld maps. 
• Experience with Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), hold/witness points, and nonconformance management. 

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 3000-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.