The Role The acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is an historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. The whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting edge nuclear-powered submarine program will transform Australia’s economic and national security landscape for decades to come.

Working across communications, events, stakeholder engagement, issues management and corporate support functions, the Communications Officer is accountable under broad direction for delivering complex communication and engagement activities that support the Australian Submarine Agency's mission and strategic objectives.

About the Team The Communications team delivers strategic communication, media, stakeholder engagement, events and reputation management activities that support the Australian Submarine Agency's mission to deliver Australia's sovereign conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarine program. The team develops and implements communication strategies, manages media and issues, provides executive communication support, delivers major events and stakeholder engagement activities, and produces content for internal and external audiences.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are a dynamic organization seeking employees who are agile, innovative and energised by high-paced work.



We are seeking highly motivated and collaborative minded people who will have the opportunity to contribute to a once in a lifetime program.

We are seeking a highly motivated communications professional with experience delivering strategic communications, media, stakeholder engagement and event management activities in a complex environment. The ideal candidate will be a strong writer with excellent judgement, able to translate technical or sensitive information into clear and compelling communications for a range of audiences.

They will be proactive, organised and adaptable, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build productive relationships across government, Defence, industry and international stakeholders. Experience in media, issues management, executive support, digital communications or major event delivery will be highly regarded.

The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, sound decision-making and a commitment to achieving outcomes in a fast-paced workplace, while contributing positively to team culture and supporting the Australian Submarine Agency's strategic objectives.

Security Clearance

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 2”.

📌 Communications Officer (Australia)
🏢 Australian Submarine Agency
📍 Australia