Navy Nuclear Submarine Careers

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Royal Australian Navy Full time $99,834 per year

Your role:

Being a nuclear submariner is one of the most unique and stable career opportunities in Australia that comes with many attractive benefits.

Did you know that as a nuclear submariner you'll be paid a competitive salary from day one, receive paid on the job training, job security and work with some of the most sophisticated equipment in the world, both at sea and ashore? You can also choose from a variety of submariner roles in trades, technical support, leadership or combat and security.

Browse submarine careers below:

  • Electrician Nuclear Submariner

Operate and maintain the electrical systems and equipment that power the Navy's nuclear-powered submarines to the highest standards of safety and security.

  • Electronics Technician Nuclear Submariner

Operate and maintain the electronic systems that control the nuclear reactor on a Navy submarine to the highest safety and security standards.

  • Mechanic Nuclear Submariner

Operate and maintain the steam-powered propulsion plant on one of the Navy's new nuclear-powered submarines to the highest safety and security standards.

  • Nuclear Submarine Officer

Put your leadership abilities to the test in a unique environment, managing the teams responsible for operating and maintaining the Navy's nuclear-powered submarines.

Benefits:

  • Free medical and dental
  • 16.4% superannuation
  • Subsidised housing
  • Travel opportunities
  • Job security
  • Incremental salary increases as you progress through training and ranks
  • Chef made meals at sea
  • Social and fitness facilities
  • Balance of shore and sea postings
  • Variety of allowances

Salary:

Upon completion of your initial military and employment training, you'll enjoy a salary package starting from $98,834.

Eligibility:

  • For these roles, you must be at least 17 at the time of enlistment, an Australian Citizen, and have passes in Year 10 English and Maths, some positions may also require passes in Science and Year 12 English as assumed knowledge.
  • If you are not an Australian Citizen please visit the ADF Careers Eligibility Page to confirm you meet the requirements for a career in the ADF.

How to Apply:

  • Click 'Quick Apply' to express your interest and speak with a recruiter. An ADF Careers team member will call you within 5 business days.
  • Ready to apply now? Visit the links below to view the full position description and submit your application today.
  • Navy - Submarine Jobs -

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $98,834.00 per year

Application Question(s):

  • If not an Australian citizen, are you a citizen of any of the following countries: New Zealand, United Kingdom, Canada or United States of America? [Please write country below]

Licence/Certification:

  • Australian citizenship or Australian permanent residency (Required)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 31/10/2025

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