Governance Engineer

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 influence engineering outcomes that matter to Australia's future?

As a Governance Engineer, you will help develop and improve the technical governance frameworks, standards and controls that support safe, compliant and effective engineering across ASC. Working with engineering, quality, assurance and program teams, you will contribute to governance solutions that strengthen technical integrity, support risk-informed decision-making and enable successful program delivery.

Reporting to the Technical Governance Manager, you will play an important role in shaping how technical work is governed across conventional and future nuclear-powered submarine programs.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and improvement of technical governance frameworks, standards and controls.
• Provide governance advice and help translate technical, regulatory and contractual requirements into practical solutions.
• Conduct governance reviews and assurance activities to identify risks, gaps and improvement opportunities.
• Build effective relationships with stakeholders to strengthen technical integrity and compliance.

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:

• Engineering qualifications or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience in a complex, high-risk or highly regulated environment.
• 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, mining or similar industries.
• Experience with governance, assurance, compliance or technical authority 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 your ability to obtain and maintain the required clearances and approvals. ASC will support successful candidates through the clearance process where required.

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 conventionally armed, 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.