Training Instructor

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

ASC’s Training Services team deliver a range of courses to train the next generation of submarine crew at the Royal Australian Navy’s world-class training facility at HMAS Stirling, Garden Island. This rewarding role is an opportunity to develop and share your knowledge in combat system and communications equipment maintenance. You will also contribute to training development, technology updates and other related activities.

Direct submarine experience is beneficial however applicants with transferrable skills and experience across Defence, shipbuilding and associated industry will be considered.

You will teach classroom, practical and simulator classes using a range of specialist equipment before assessing students’ performance. You will also contribute to training development and the introduction of new capability onto the submarine. This is an opportunity for you to share your electrical system technical expertise and use the latest learning technologies to meet our client’s requirements for high quality training. ASC is proud of our 30-year history partnering with Navy and our submarine enterprise partners.

Responsibilities

• Training delivery in classroom, practical, and simulated environments
• Competency assessment of students
• Assist with training development and instructional design
• Update and maintain own knowledge and skills currency
• Provide input into technical configuration changes and impact assessments

About you 

• Knowledge of surface ship or submarine combat system and communication equipment maintenance i.e. Sonar, Radar, Communication Systems or similar.
• Certificate III Electronics and Communications or higher
• Certificate IV Training and Assessment (or willing to study within 12 months of start)
• Role model with confident presentation and communication skills 
• A strong understanding of security and data handling requirements

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 options 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.