Have you always wanted to work overseas? Are you looking to expand your career with the opportunity to receive world-class training?

An exciting career awaits you at ASC, Australia's submarine company - the sustainer of Australia's conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines in the AUKUS partnership. To deliver on this new and exciting work, we are seeking skilled trades individuals to undertake long-term, world-leading training in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, U.S.

Placements are available October 2025 and will be between 24 - 36 months in duration.

Responsibilities 

As a Trimmer/Upholsterer you will:

• Removal and fit-out of internal fixtures in the submarine.
• Measuring laying and cutting fabric materials
• Reupholstering of chairs, table covers, door trims, navy racks etc
• Fabricate a variety of bespoke items such as tool bags, containment canopies, nuclear glove bags and other bespoke requirements.
• Use of various hand and power/air tools.
• Follow strict OH&S procedures.

Eligibility Criteria 

The successful applicant must possess: 

• Australian Citizenship 
• Minimum Certificate III in Upholstery
• 1-5 years' experience (desirable)
• An ability to obtain and maintain a NV1 defence clearance 

Additional Details

During deployment, you will receive on the job training combined with instructor led classroom training. This training program and work is carried out in accordance with company and US Navy processes and procedures. 

At the completion of your deployment, you will return to Western Australia (WA) to carry out the planning, management, and in-water maintenance activities on the United States Navy Virginia Class Submarines. Repatriation to WA is non-negotiable, so please consider this when applying. 

Please note: This is a Civilian role and recruitment processes will differ from those undertaken in Active Service Defence recruitment. 

Benefits 

We’re here to support you prior to departing for the US and when you are overseas. As an ASC employee working in the US, you will have access to a host of great benefits: 

• Be paid to work, train, and live in the United States
• Work on US Virginia Class nuclear-powered submarines and learn cutting-edge nuclear technology 
• Have access to benefits and entitlements to support relocation and your time living and working in the US (such as cost of living allowances, housing assistance, family assistance) 
• Return home to a secure job with ASC in the future nuclear-powered submarine program 
• Access to ASC’s extensive employment benefits 

Next Steps 

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to organise a phone call for a further discussion to the opportunity.

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.