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Submarine Platform Instructor

  • 978460
  • Garden Island (WA)
  • Sub Training School
  • Full time
  • Closing on: Nov 18 2026
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ASC is looking for qualified former submariners to become instructors, delivering Collins Class Submarine mechanical and electrical technical systems training to our workforce and our partners. Instructors will bring real-world submarine experience to the classroom.

About ASC

Australia’s Submarine Company (ASC) 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. ASC 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. 

 About the Opportunity

ASC is looking for qualified former submariners to become instructors, delivering Collins Class Submarine mechanical and electrical technical systems training to our workforce and our partners. Instructors will bring real-world submarine experience to the classroom.


 “A new generation of submariners will require a new generation of submarine instructors.”

ASC are the preferred training organisation of the Commonwealth of Australia (RAN), that has consistently trained submariners and exceeded every training benchmark.

You will be based with the ASC team at the Royal Australian Navy’s submarine training facility on HMAS Stirling, Garden Island.

Your role will deliver both classroom and practical scenario classes using a range of dedicated submarine training systems and innovative training technologies.

This is an opportunity for you to share your submarine systems expertise to meet our growing need to provide high quality training.

Depending on your skills and experience, you may be involved in training ASC workforce, RAN submarine crew, and Defence industry partners.

Potential candidates are welcome to apply for current opportunities or to express interest in future opportunities as part of a talent pool.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver submarine systems training in classroom, practical and virtual environments.
  • Assess student knowledge and skill development across the full range of submarine systems.
  • Assist with training development and instructional design.
  • Develop and maintain own knowledge and skills as both a submarine expert and an education professional. 

About you

  • Dolphin Qualification.
  • 5+ years of sea time experience on submarine operations.
  • Marine Technician skills and certification.
  • Willingness to undertake Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
  • Role model with confident presentation and communication skills.
  • Ability to utilise adult learning principles to develop knowledge and skills in others.
  • Maintenance and repair experience (mechanical or electrical).
  • Specialist operations of submarine auxiliary, propulsion and power distribution systems.

 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. 

To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website. 

Benefits

  • 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. 
  • A diverse and supportive environment.
  • Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.

 Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.  

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately. 

 

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