Nuclear Safety Engineer

975304

Osborne

Henderson

Engineering

Full time

Closing on: Oct 5 2025

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

Reporting to the Head of Nuclear Readiness, there are Nuclear Safety Engineering opportunities available for individuals with proven experience in Safety Engineering. Successful candidates will be tasked with making system safety technical decisions that are safe, practical, and suitable for implementation on the respective platform, working autonomously with minimal supervision.

These roles are a permanent, full-time positions based at Osborne, SA or Henderson, WA.

Responsibilities

• Perform system safety engineering tasks of a technically challenging nature which demonstrate knowledge of system safety engineering fundamentals
• Prepare and review system safety engineering documentation such as System Safety Program Plans, Hazard Analysis Reports, Safety Assessment Reports, Hazard Logs, Hazardous Material Registers and Safety Case Reports in accordance with program milestones
• Perform system safety analysis tasks in accordance with Australian WHS legislation aligned to the program system safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to less experienced personnel within the team, leading key initiatives that drive a system safety culture.

About you

• Bachelor of Engineering, or related technical discipline
• Related industry experience in system safety programs
• Prior experience with system safety tools is desirable, DOORS, BOWTIE XP, Assurance and Safety Case Environment software
• Awareness of System Safety programs and associated tasks and techniques
• A "can do" and continuous improvement attitude
• Nuclear Engineering background is desirable.

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 1900-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.