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

Our Corporate Graduate Program is a unique and exciting early careers pathway dedicated to providing meaningful work, growth and security, while contributing directly to Australia’s national security. Our graduates will receive tailored mentoring and support whilst gaining exposure through rotations across a range of departments prior to settling in a specific area at the end of the Program.

We are seeking Human Resources Graduates who have recently completed a degree in Human Resources, Organisational Psychology, Industrial Relations, Business, Communications or Marketing.

This is a structured 2-year program which will commence in January 2027. Located in Henderson, Western Australia, this program offers outstanding individuals the opportunity to:

• Commence their Human Resources career with a leading defence organisation
• Provide support and advice to our wide range of People & Culture teams as you rotate through the program
• Support HR operations including systems, onboarding, and employee lifecycle processes
• Initial rotations in P&C Services or P&C advisory to gain broad experience before specialising in rotations based on your interests and business needs

What the ASC Graduate Program will offer

• 2-year rotational program
• Competitive remuneration and benefits
• Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose
• A range of courses and training tailored by our dedicated Learning & Development team
• Designated mentoring program
• A growing and active Graduate Community
• Free onsite GP Clinics
• 10 days additional leave every year
• Onsite cafeteria, gym & parking
• Fitness Passport - entitles you to visit a multitude of health facilities, whenever you like and without being limited to just one
• Generous parental leave and subsidised childcare
• Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work
• Volunteer leave, so you can contribute back to the community
• Paid reservist leave to support our nation’s defence capabilities
• A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive

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.

About ASC

Established in 1985, ASC’s 2500-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.