ASC is Australia’s Submarine Company ASC built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustains them, and is 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, representing 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 opportunities 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 Reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent, the

Supervisor, Tool Maintenance (Mechanical, Electrical & Electronics)

is responsible for leading a multi-disciplinary team of tradespeople and technicians supporting the maintenance, repair, calibration, testing, certification, and operational readiness of workshop equipment, submarine support systems, and associated production infrastructure.

This role provides day-to-day leadership of mechanical, electrical, and electronics personnel, ensuring maintenance activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with approved work packs, engineering requirements, and Configuration Management System (CMS) processes.

The position presents complex problem-solving challenges requiring the ability to accurately interpret technical work scopes, submarine systems, submarine support systems, and maintenance documentation while coordinating resources to achieve operational objectives. The successful candidate will play a key role in promoting safety,



driving continuous improvement, and developing a high-performing maintenance team capable of supporting ASC’s critical sustainment activities.

Primary workplace location is Henderson.

Some work will also be required at Garden Islanddepending on operational requirements.

Candidates must be willing and able to work across both locations as needed.

Key Responsibilities This permanent position consists of the following major work components:

Leadership and Supervision

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of mechanical fitters, electricians, and electronic technicians.

Allocate resources and coordinate daily maintenance activities to meet operational priorities and schedules.

Foster a strong safety culture and ensure all work is conducted in compliance with ASC policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Support workforce capability development through coaching, training, and performance management.

Maintenance and Technical Oversight

Supervise the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, overhaul, repair, calibration, testing, and certification of mechanical, electrical, electronic, communications, instrumentation, and control systems.

Ensure maintenance activities are completed in accordance with technical specifications, approved work packs, and engineering requirements.





Support fault diagnosis and resolution of complex equipment and system issues.

Ensure workshop, production, and submarine support equipment remains safe, reliable, and operationally available.

Compliance and Quality Assurance

Review and verify maintenance documentation, inspection records, and certification requirements.

Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure compliance with Configuration Management System (CMS) processes.

Support calibration, inventory management, and asset management programs.

Assist with nuclear and radiological work support activities where required.

Participate in audits, investigations, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Planning and Continuous Improvement

Support maintenance planning, scheduling, and resource forecasting activities.

Identify and implement opportunities to improve equipment reliability, maintenance effectiveness, and workshop efficiency.

Collaborate with stakeholders across production, engineering, quality, and safety teams to achieve program outcomes.

About You You are a proactive and engaging leader with a strong technical background and a passion for developing people. You communicate confidently, take ownership of outcomes, and thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

You are adaptable, solutions-focused, and capable of leading diverse teams through complex maintenance activities while maintaining a robust commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

To be considered for this permanent opportunity, you will ideally demonstrate the following:

Essential Requirements

Trade qualification in a Electrical, or Electronic

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