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

This hands-on role is responsible for maintaining, repairing, testing and issuing a wide range of tools, equipment and safety gear used across the workforce. You will support tool room operations, conduct inspections and inventories, maintain records, and ensure equipment remains safe and compliant.

The position includes repairing and servicing hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical equipment, sharpening and manufacturing precision components using workshop machinery, maintaining respiratory and fall protection equipment, and supporting the nuclear tooling program. You'll also rotate through specialist areas to develop broad trade skills and contribute to the efficient operation of tool room services.

- Primary workplace location is Henderson.
- Some work will also be required at Garden Island depending on operational requirements.
- Candidates must be willing and able to work across both locations as needed.

Responsibilities

- Maintain, overhaul, repair, adjust and test mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic tools and equipment.
- Conduct inspections,



testing and certification of tools, safety equipment, respirators and fall protection equipment.
- Issue, receive, inspect and control tools and equipment while maintaining inventory accuracy and asset accountability.
- Monitor calibration requirements and ensure equipment requiring maintenance, calibration or inspection is processed appropriately.
- Manufacture, repair and modify components using workshop machinery and precision equipment where replacement parts are required.

Experience maintaining and repairing fixed plant and industrial workshop machinery, including:

- Lathes
- Mills
- Air compressors
- General workshop equipment

About you

- Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (MEM30219 or equivalent).
- Trade qualification as a Fitter and Turner, Mechanical Fitter, Toolmaker, or equivalent mechanical trade.
- Experience working on large-scale industrial equipment.
- Current Driver's Licence.
- Ability to dismantle, inspect, fault-find, repair and reassemble workshop and plant equipment.
- Able to take direction, follow established procedures and work effectively within a team environment.
- Certificate IV in Engineering (desirable).
- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (for future trainer requirements) (desirable).
- High Risk Work Licence (desirable).
- Experience working within regulated environments such as

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.
- 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 setting where you can thrive.
- Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.

About ASC

ASC’s 3,000-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. Established in 1985, the company’s work on Australia’s conventionally armed, 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.

📌 Tool Maintenance Mechanic (Henderson)
🏢 Asc
📍 Henderson