Your role:

Be a part of history, working with conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines. This game-changing capability provides superior stealth, speed and range that meet Australia’s long-term defence needs.

As a Mechanic Nuclear Submariner, you will have a role in the operation and maintenance of the steam-powered nuclear propulsion plant onboard a Navy submarine and associated mechanical systems and equipment.

Your duties include, but aren’t limited to operating and maintaining:

- Air compressors
- Freshwater production plants
- Steam turbines
- Pumps
- Valves
- Heat exchangers

Whether you have recently finished school, currently studying, already in the workforce or you have no experience at all, we’re hiring. You’ll be paid from day one to gain all the skills needed with extensive on-the-job training, including paid world-class training abroad.

You’ll enjoy a market-competitive salary package, career stability, opportunities for continuous progression and an adventurous lifestyle, all while making a difference to Australia.

Benefits:

- Competitive salary
- Job security
- Superannuation of 16.4% - 4.4% over the Australian average, meaning you can retire with more
- Free medical and dental care
- Get paid to train from day one - no experience required
- Become a homeowner: get help to buy a home
- Cheaper living: rent allowance or subsidised rental
- Career progression and development opportunities




- Travel and adventure
- Free fitness facilities
- Support for your family: subsidised healthcare, free access to on-base gyms and pools, family and community programs, resources for school transitions
- Delicious chef made meals at sea
- Balance of shore and sea postings

Salary:

Competitive Salary + Generous Superannuation of 16.4%
Get paid to train from day one and earn a salary: $60,517 per year

Upon completion of your initial military and employment training, you’ll enjoy a salary package starting from $120,514 per year.

Eligibility:

- For this role, you must be at least 17 at the time of enlistment, an Australian Citizen, and have passes in Year 12 English and Maths.
- 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. https://www.adfcareers.gov.au/careers/joining/eligibility

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 link below to view the full position description and submit your application today.
- Mechanic Nuclear Submariner - https://www.adfcareers.gov.au/jobs/navy/mechanic-nuclear-submariner

Pay: $120,000.00 – $130,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Mechanic Nuclear Submariner (No Experience) (Canberra)
🏢 Royal Australian Navy
📍 Canberra